AACN CCRN-Adult Actual Tests : CCRN (Adult) - Direct Care Eligibility Pathway

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AACN CCRN-Adult Exam Overview:

Certification Vendor:	AACN (American Association of Critical-Care Nurses)
Exam Name:	Critical Care Registered Nurse (Adult) Certification
Exam Number:	CCRN (Adult) - Direct Care Eligibility Pathway
Related Certifications:	CCRN-K (Knowledge)
Passing Score:	Scaled score (passing standard varies; approximately 70-75%)
Exam Price:	$170 USD (AACN members: $145 USD)
Available Languages:	English
Exam Duration:	180 minutes
Exam Format:	Clinical Simulation Questions, Multiple-choice
Real Exam Qty:	150
Certificate Validity Period:	3 years
Sample Questions:	AACN CCRN-Adult Sample Questions
Exam Way:	Computer-based testing at Pearson VUE centers
Pre Condition:	Current unencumbered RN or APRN license; 1,750 hours of direct acute/critically ill adult patient care within the last 2 years (with at least 875 hours in the most recent year)
Official Syllabus URL:	https://www.aacn.org/certification/get-started/ccrn-adult

AACN CCRN-Adult Exam Syllabus Topics:

Section

Weight

Objectives

Topic 1: Professional Caring and Ethical Practice

20%

- Professional caring practices

1. Therapeutic communication
2. Family engagement
3. Collaboration and teamwork
4. Cultural considerations

- Moral/ethical determinants

1. Patient advocacy
2. Ethical principles
3. End-of-life care

- Systems thinking

1. Quality improvement
2. Evidence-based practice
3. Safety culture

Topic 2: Clinical Judgment

80%

- Multisystem

1. Multiple organ dysfunction syndrome
2. Trauma
3. Toxicology
4. Sepsis and SIRS
5. Thermal injuries

- Respiratory

1. Mechanical ventilation
2. Acute respiratory failure
3. Airway management
4. ARDS and pulmonary edema

- Hematology/Gastrointestinal/Renal/Musculoskeletal

1. Coagulation disorders
2. Acute kidney injury and renal replacement therapy
3. Musculoskeletal trauma
4. GI bleeding and pancreatitis

- Neurology

1. Stroke and intracranial hemorrhage
2. Neuromuscular disorders
3. Seizures
4. Traumatic brain injury

- Cardiovascular

1. Heart failure
2. Shock states
3. Acute coronary syndromes
4. Hemodynamic monitoring
5. Vascular disorders
6. Dysrhythmias and electrophysiology

- Endocrine

1. Thyroid disorders
2. Adrenal insufficiency
3. Diabetic emergencies

Common Questions Candidates Ask About CCRN-Adult

Which certification does the CCRN-Adult exam lead to?

The CCRN-Adult exam (CCRN (Adult) - Direct Care Eligibility Pathway) is the official AACN exam that leads to the AACN CCRN certification, a credential at the Specialty Certification level. Related certifications include CCRN-K (Knowledge). Actual4test provides 1000 practice questions to help you prepare for it with confidence.

How many questions are on the CCRN-Adult exam and how long does it take?

The CCRN-Adult exam contains 150 questions and gives you 180 minutes to finish them. Before exam day, divide the total time by the question count so you know the pace you need to keep, and flag difficult items instead of getting stuck on them. Running at least one full timed session in the Actual4test test engine is the best way to make that time pressure feel familiar.

What score do I need to pass CCRN-Adult, and what does the exam cost?

You need Scaled score (passing standard varies; approximately 70-75%) to pass, and the official registration fee is $170 USD (AACN members: $145 USD). Keep in mind that a failed attempt means paying that fee in full again, so it pays to test yourself first. When your scores on the Actual4test timed practice tests stay consistently above the passing line, you are ready to book the exam.

Are there any prerequisites for the CCRN-Adult exam?

Current unencumbered RN or APRN license; 1,750 hours of direct acute/critically ill adult patient care within the last 2 years (with at least 875 hours in the most recent year) Requirements can change over time, so always double-check the latest eligibility rules before you register on the official AACN exam page.

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What topics are covered in the CCRN-Adult exam?

The CCRN-Adult syllabus is organized into 2 exam domains. Among the first three are Clinical Judgment (80%), Professional Caring and Ethical Practice (20%). For the complete breakdown of topics and subtopics, see the Exam Topics section above.

AACN CCRN (Adult) - Direct Care Eligibility Pathway Sample Questions:

Question #1

Meperidine, a short-acting opioid, is avoided in patients taking monoamine oxidase inhibitors (MAOIs) because of the potential for development of:

A. Seizures
B. Distributive shock
C. Hypertensive crisis
D. Opioid toxicity

Reveal Solution Discussion 0

Correct Answer: C 🗳️