If you are called to a code blue situation at our hospital, what would your initial steps be as the Anesthesiologist?

Before your interview, it is important to know that an Anesthesiologist's primary roles in a code blue are airway management and possible line placement. Some key points to mention are your rapid response, communication/teamwork skills, and ability to quickly diagnose a situation and take action.

"My first action would be to get to the situation quickly. Whether the code was called to the ER, ICU, or hospital floor, swift action is needed by the entire team. If necessary, I would have nearby colleagues jump in for me. Upon arriving at the code, I would immediately talk with anyone on the scene already to see what needed to be done for the patient's airway. At times, quick intubation is necessary, and that would be my primary role during a code blue call. As we work to stabilize the patient, I would stay in constant communication with the team leader and others."