Adult CCRN Exam Questions and Answers
Question 1
What does persistent hiccupping in a pacemaker patient indicate?
Correct Answer
It could indicate dislocation of the leads causing phrenic nerve stimulation.
Question 2
What is the recommended study approach for the CCRN exam?
Correct Answer
Familiarize with the exam blueprint to prioritize study time.
Question 3
What is the expected treatment for acute heart failure?
Correct Answer
Diuretics, stabilization, monitoring urine output, sodium restriction, and prophylaxis
for thromboembolism.
Question 4
What is the role of critical care nurses in relation to compartment syndrome?
Correct Answer
They monitor high-risk patients, such as those with burns or fractures, for early
identification and intervention.
Question 5
What distinguishes NSTEMI from STEMI?
Correct Answer
NSTEMI involves reduced circulation without complete blockage, while STEMI
indicates a complete blockage.
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,Question 6
What are the two categories of pleural effusion?
Correct Answer
Transudative and exudative.
Question 7
How many multiple-choice questions are typically on the CCRN exam?
Correct Answer
150 questions
Question 8
What are the symptoms of a sinus pause?
Correct Answer
Symptoms can include dizziness.
Question 9
Where can bleeding occur after a graft removal?
Correct Answer
At the site of graft removal or a chest wound.
Question 10
What is progressive massive fibrosis (PMF)?
Correct Answer
A severe complication of pneumoconiosis leading to respiratory distress and right
heart failure.
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,Question 11
What are beta-blockers used for in heart failure?
Correct Answer
To slow heart rate, prevent dysrhythmias, reduce hypertension, and reverse
ventricular remodeling.
Question 12
What is mean arterial pressure (MAP)?
Correct Answer
A measure of cardiac perfusion of vital organs, calculated as [SBP + (2 x DBP)] / 3.
Question 13
What type of drainage is expected from a chest tube?
Correct Answer
Serosanguineous in nature.
Question 14
What can cause a Prolonged QT Interval?
Correct Answer
Genetic conditions, structural abnormalities, and certain medications.
Question 15
What is the first step to register for the CCRN exam?
Correct Answer
Visit the AACN website and create a customer account.
Question 16
What are common causes of acute pulmonary edema?
Correct Answer
Congestive heart failure, pneumonia, toxin exposure, and adverse drug reactions.
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, Question 17
What is variant angina caused by?
Correct Answer
Coronary artery spasms, often occurring at rest.
Question 18
What is the treatment goal for acute venous thromboembolism?
Correct Answer
To restore blood flow and manage clots.
Question 19
What is the purpose of diuretics in heart failure management?
Correct Answer
To control congestive heart failure and renal insufficiency by reducing preload.
Question 20
What is cardiac index (CI)?
Correct Answer
A measurement of cardiac output adjusted for body surface area, calculated by
dividing cardiac output by body surface area.
Question 21
What are the two main functions of the lungs?
Correct Answer
Gas exchange and acid-base balance.
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Question 1
What does persistent hiccupping in a pacemaker patient indicate?
Correct Answer
It could indicate dislocation of the leads causing phrenic nerve stimulation.
Question 2
What is the recommended study approach for the CCRN exam?
Correct Answer
Familiarize with the exam blueprint to prioritize study time.
Question 3
What is the expected treatment for acute heart failure?
Correct Answer
Diuretics, stabilization, monitoring urine output, sodium restriction, and prophylaxis
for thromboembolism.
Question 4
What is the role of critical care nurses in relation to compartment syndrome?
Correct Answer
They monitor high-risk patients, such as those with burns or fractures, for early
identification and intervention.
Question 5
What distinguishes NSTEMI from STEMI?
Correct Answer
NSTEMI involves reduced circulation without complete blockage, while STEMI
indicates a complete blockage.
Page 1 of 90
,Question 6
What are the two categories of pleural effusion?
Correct Answer
Transudative and exudative.
Question 7
How many multiple-choice questions are typically on the CCRN exam?
Correct Answer
150 questions
Question 8
What are the symptoms of a sinus pause?
Correct Answer
Symptoms can include dizziness.
Question 9
Where can bleeding occur after a graft removal?
Correct Answer
At the site of graft removal or a chest wound.
Question 10
What is progressive massive fibrosis (PMF)?
Correct Answer
A severe complication of pneumoconiosis leading to respiratory distress and right
heart failure.
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,Question 11
What are beta-blockers used for in heart failure?
Correct Answer
To slow heart rate, prevent dysrhythmias, reduce hypertension, and reverse
ventricular remodeling.
Question 12
What is mean arterial pressure (MAP)?
Correct Answer
A measure of cardiac perfusion of vital organs, calculated as [SBP + (2 x DBP)] / 3.
Question 13
What type of drainage is expected from a chest tube?
Correct Answer
Serosanguineous in nature.
Question 14
What can cause a Prolonged QT Interval?
Correct Answer
Genetic conditions, structural abnormalities, and certain medications.
Question 15
What is the first step to register for the CCRN exam?
Correct Answer
Visit the AACN website and create a customer account.
Question 16
What are common causes of acute pulmonary edema?
Correct Answer
Congestive heart failure, pneumonia, toxin exposure, and adverse drug reactions.
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, Question 17
What is variant angina caused by?
Correct Answer
Coronary artery spasms, often occurring at rest.
Question 18
What is the treatment goal for acute venous thromboembolism?
Correct Answer
To restore blood flow and manage clots.
Question 19
What is the purpose of diuretics in heart failure management?
Correct Answer
To control congestive heart failure and renal insufficiency by reducing preload.
Question 20
What is cardiac index (CI)?
Correct Answer
A measurement of cardiac output adjusted for body surface area, calculated by
dividing cardiac output by body surface area.
Question 21
What are the two main functions of the lungs?
Correct Answer
Gas exchange and acid-base balance.
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