AACN CCRN - CCRN (Adult) - Direct Care Eligibility Pathway Exam
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Total 146 questions
Question #6 (Topic: Exam A)
A patient asks the nurse to join in saying bedtime prayers. The nurse is not comfortable with this practice. Which of the following is the nurse's most appropriate response?
A. "Would you like me to call your chaplain?"
B. "I'll stay with you while you pray."
C. "Why don't you just pray by yourself?"
D. "Let me call the social worker for you."
Answer: B
Question #7 (Topic: Exam A)
Which of the following is a sign of brain death?
A. positive cough reflex
B. negative cold caloric test
C. negative apnea test
D. positive vestibulo-ocular reflex
Answer: B
Question #8 (Topic: Exam A)
A patient develops supraventricular tachycardia, hypotension, chest pain, and decreased level of consciousness. The goal of therapy should be to
A. reduce HR to increase diastolic filling time.
B. dilate coronary arteries to increase myocardial O₂ delivery.
C. produce arteriolar constriction to increase perfusion pressure.
D. promote venous constriction to increase preload.
Answer: A
Question #9 (Topic: Exam A)
A patient admitted 3 days ago with acute heart failure has a history of depression and suicidal ideations. During the hospital stay, the patient had been depressed and withdrawn. On day 4, the patient tells a nurse he is feeling much better and no longer feels depressed. The nurse should recognize that this patient
A. can be discharged home safely.
B. requires a psychiatric evaluation.
C. is having positive effects from his medications.
D. may need dosage adjustments on his medications.
Answer: B
Question #10 (Topic: Exam A)
A patient is admitted with complaints of periumbilical pain, nausea, and vomiting. An initial assessment includes findings of jaundice, hypoactive bowel sounds, and fever. Laboratory results are as follows:
Which of the following is the priority intervention for this patient?
Which of the following is the priority intervention for this patient?
A. glucose correction
B. pain management
C. antipyretics
D. electrolyte replacement
Answer: D
