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Question 1

Which of the following are most indicative of acute pancreatitis?


Correct : D

Acute pancreatitis is most commonly indicated by severe mid-epigastric pain, which often radiates to the back, leukocytosis (an elevated white blood cell count indicating inflammation), and hypocalcemia (low calcium levels in the blood). The inflammation of the pancreas leads to the release of digestive enzymes and inflammatory mediators that can cause widespread effects, including alterations in calcium metabolism. Reference: = CCRN Exam Handbook, page 47


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Question 2

Which of the following is most often associated with damage to the alveolar capillary membrane secondary to aspiration?


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Noncardiogenic pulmonary edema is most often associated with damage to the alveolar capillary membrane secondary to aspiration. This condition occurs when there is increased permeability of the alveolar-capillary barrier, leading to fluid leakage into the alveoli. It is a hallmark of Acute Respiratory Distress Syndrome (ARDS), which can be triggered by aspiration, resulting in inflammatory damage to the lungs. Reference: = CCRN Exam Handbook, page 29


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Question 3

A patient reported to have smoked crack cocaine is brought to the hospital by paramedics and admitted in an agitated state. On the way to the hospital, the patient had a generalized seizure. The toxicology screen is positive for cocaine. Which of the following is most appropriate to administer?


Correct : C

Lorazepam (Ativan) is most appropriate to administer in a patient who has smoked crack cocaine and is agitated, particularly after a generalized seizure. Benzodiazepines like lorazepam help to manage agitation and seizure activity associated with cocaine toxicity by providing sedative and anticonvulsant effects. Reference: = CCRN Exam Handbook, page 53


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Question 4

An experienced nurse new to a unit believes the literature does not support current unit practice of a fixed-dose nitroglycerin IV (Tridil) infusion in all postoperative cardiac surgery patients for 24 hours. The nurse develops a proposal referencing peer-reviewed articles. Based on the proposal, unit leaders agree to remove the nitroglycerin IV (Tridil) infusion from the standard order set. The actions taken by the nurse are best described as


Correct : D

The actions taken by the nurse are best described as evidence-based practice. By reviewing the literature and developing a proposal referencing peer-reviewed articles, the nurse used current research findings to inform and change clinical practice. This approach ensures that patient care is based on the best available evidence, leading to improved patient outcomes. Reference: = CCRN Exam Handbook, page 59


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Question 5

In a patient with a chest tube, an air leak in the pleural space is indicated by which of the following conditions in the water-seal chamber?


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In a patient with a chest tube, an air leak in the pleural space is indicated by an increase in bubbling in the water-seal chamber. Bubbling in this chamber occurs when air escapes from the pleural space into the chest drainage system. An increase in bubbling signifies an ongoing air leak, indicating that air is still entering the pleural space, often due to a bronchopleural fistula or lung injury. Reference: = CCRN Exam Handbook, page 36


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