Communication Under Pressure

Delivering life-saving care under pressure requires flawless team communication – but stress can unravel even the best teams. Whether in the resus room or at the roadside, these “flash teams” of strangers must assemble on short notice to manage life-or-death emergencies. In this talk, learn how communication can break down under stress and get tips to monitor and improve your own performance. We’ll discuss how PPE impacts team communication and why strong skills are vital for any team working under high-stakes conditions. No matter your role, this talk will inspire self-reflection and growth to enable next-level communication within your emergency response teams. Learn to thrive under pressure and master the communication fundamentals that translate to better care, better outcomes, and stronger teams.