Escape Room

The purpose of The STAR Center escape room is to sharpen critical thinking skills needed to manage a mock code while using effective communication and teamwork. Participants are expected to properly use the crash cart equipment, apply and use the defibrillator/AED, and demonstrate effective CPR. Team members must exercise leadership skills throughout the activity to engage in group critical decision making in order to successful resuscitate the patient and gain access out of the room.

Learner objectives

Process and prioritize crucial information
Identify individual strengths in problem solving
Communicate effectively among team members
Perform proficient clinical skills
Manage time effectively

Expected outcomes

Make appropriate critical decisions
Divide the workload among team members
All team members share the same mental model
Resuscitate patient
Escape the room in 60 minutes

Subject:

This escape room is designed to foster team dynamics, increase awareness of Allegheny Health Network (AHN) policies, and apply ALS (Advanced Life Support) protocol.

Number of Participants:

4-6 participants

Suggested Length of Time:

2 hours

Contact

STAR CENTER

(412) 578-4786

simulation@ahn.org