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AACN PCCN Exam Syllabus Topics:
| Section | Objectives |
|---|---|
| Topic 1: Clinical Judgment | - Interpretation of Clinical Data - Patient Assessment and Prioritization |
| Topic 2: Pulmonary | - Mechanical Ventilation Basics - Oxygenation and Ventilation Disorders - Respiratory Failure |
| Topic 3: Hematology / Immunology / Infectious Disease | - Coagulation Disorders - Sepsis Management |
| Topic 4: Neurology | - Seizure Disorders - Increased Intracranial Pressure - Stroke Management |
| Topic 5: Multisystem Failure | - Shock Syndromes - Organ Dysfunction Syndromes |
| Topic 6: Professional Caring and Ethical Practice | - Patient Advocacy and Communication - Ethical Decision Making |
| Topic 7: Endocrine / Metabolic | - Electrolyte Imbalances - Diabetes Management |
| Topic 8: Cardiovascular | - Heart Failure and Shock States - Acute Coronary Syndromes - Arrhythmia Management |
| Topic 9: Gastrointestinal | - GI Bleeding - Liver Failure and Pancreatitis |
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According to the latest exam information, the PCCN exam contains 150 (125 scored + 25 unscored) questions and runs for 150 minutes minutes. Simulating that exact limit in practice builds the pacing a tough exam demands.
The AACN Progressive Care Certified Nursing blueprint centers on these domains:
- Neurology
- Endocrine / Metabolic
- Cardiovascular
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AACN states the following prerequisites for the AACN Progressive Care Certified Nursing: Registered nurse (RN) licensure with clinical experience in progressive care or step-down/telemetry units recommended.
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AACN Progressive Care Certified Nursing Sample Questions:
All of the following statements related to hypertension are true except:
- A. Current guidelines define a normal blood pressure as a systolic BP < 120 mm Hg and diastolic BP < 80 mm Hg in adults
- B. Consistent therapy in stage 1 hypertension is rarely necessary
- C. Stage 2 hypertension is defined as a systolic BP > 140 mm Hg or a diastolic BP > 90 mm Hg in an adult
- D. Hypertension in stage I is characterized by an elevated systolic blood pressure 130-139 mm Hg systolic or 80-89 mm Hg diastolic in adults
Correct Answer: B 🗳️
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Of the following, which insulin would be expected to peak the most quickly:
- A. Glulisine
- B. NPH
- C. Regular
- D. Aspart
Correct Answer: A 🗳️
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Oliguria is defined as:
- A. Urine output of less than 200 mL per day
- B. Urine output of less than 600 mL per day
- C. Urine output of less than 400 mL per day
- D. Urine output of less than 50 mL per day
Correct Answer: C 🗳️
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The most common cause of dilated cardiomyopathy is:
- A. Infection
- B. Aortic stenosis
- C. Coronary artery disease
- D. Myocardial fibrosis
Correct Answer: C 🗳️
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All of the following statements regarding chest x-rays are true except:
- A. Distortions resulting from an anterior-posterior chest x-ray can be minimized by placing the patient in a high Fowler position or as erect as possible, with the thorax symmetrically placed on the x-ray film
- B. With portable anterior-posterior chest films, the film cassette is placed behind the patient and the x- ray beam is delivered through the anterior chest to the x-ray film
- C. Oblique views allow for better visualization of structures behind the heart
- D. All caregivers assisting with chest x-rays need to protect themselves from radiation exposure by positioning themselves behind the x-ray machine or by using lead aprons covering the neck, chest, and abdomen
Correct Answer: C 🗳️
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