CCRN (Adult) - Direct Care Eligibility Pathway

Here you have the best AACN CCRN practice exam questions

You have 146 total questions across 30 pages (5 per page)
These questions were last updated on February 20, 2026
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Question 1 of 146

A laboratory report for a patient with chronic kidney disease will show the serum phosphate level is inversely related to the level of serum

potassium.

magnesium.

calcium.

sodium.

Question 2 of 146

A patient is intubated and receiving assist control mechanical ventilation and is on a norepinephrine drip following a head injury. Patient data are:
Exam CCRN: Question 2 - Image 1

Which of the following interventions will improve cerebral perfusion?

administering prescribed acetaminophen

increasing the norepinephrine rate

suctioning the airway

requesting an ABG

Question 3 of 146

A patient is receiving continuous enteral feedings via jejunostomy tube. The patient develops mild, intermittent diarrhea. Which of the following actions is most appropriate?

Review the patient's formula with nutrition services.

Obtain an abdominal x-ray.

Consider PICC line placement.

Contact the physician for an order to hold feedings.

Question 4 of 146

A patient is intubated, is unable to follow simple commands, and has no history of alcohol abuse. The patient has become increasingly disoriented and confused over the past 24 hours. After assessment and treatment of pain, the best medication intervention for management is

lorazepam (Ativan).

dexmedetomidine (Precedex).

midazolam (Versed).

cisatracurium (Nimbex).

Question 5 of 146

The major therapeutic effects of calcium-channel blockers in a patient with unstable angina include which of the following?

decreased contractility and increased preload

increased contractility and decreased afterload

decreased HR and increased afterload

increased coronary flow and decreased afterload

About the AACN CCRN Certification Exam

About the Exam

The AACN CCRN (CCRN (Adult) - Direct Care Eligibility Pathway) validates your knowledge and skills. Passing demonstrates proficiency and can boost your career prospects in the field.

How to Prepare

Work through all 146 practice questions across 30 pages. Focus on understanding the reasoning behind each answer rather than memorizing responses to be ready for any variation on the real exam.

Why Practice Exams?

Practice exams help you familiarize yourself with the question format, manage your time, and reduce anxiety on the test day. Our CCRN questions are regularly updated to reflect the latest exam objectives.