Free AACN CCRN-Adult Exam Questions

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Question 1

The most appropriate therapy for carboxyhemoglobinemia is

A : 100% O2 administration.

B : inhaled corticosteroids.

C : hyperventilation.

D : aerosolized beta-agonists.

Answer: A

Question 2

The goal of PEEP therapy in acute lung injury (ALI) is to

A : decrease PAP.

B : decrease airway resistance.

C : increase cardiac output.

D : reduce physiologic shunting.

Answer: D

Question 3

A patient who had a liver resection now has a copious amount of serous drainage from the surgical incision. Which of the following should a nurse anticipate when caring for this patient?

A : preparing for an incision and debridement of the wound

B : applying several abdominal dressings

C : administering antibiotics

D : applying a drainage pouch to the site

Answer: B

Question 4

A patient with a sodium level of 114 mEq/L is most likely to develop

A : tetany.

B : flaccid paralysis.

C : seizures.

D : cardiac arrhythmias.

Answer: C

Question 5

A nurse admits a patient awaiting surgery for an unstable pelvic fracture following a fall in which no other injuries were sustained. The nurse should prioritize

A : transportation to radiology for an MRI.

B : type and crossmatch PRBC prior to surgery.

C : placement of a binder across the patient's hips.

D : administration of a sedative to reduce movement.

Answer: C

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