CCRN® Exam Cram
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Course Description
This condensed, detailed review of AACN’s blueprint for the CCRN Certification Examination is designed for the critical care nurse preparing for the examination. The instructor will provide a lecture format covering anatomy and physiology, assessment (including hemodynamics and utilization of noninvasive and invasive monitoring tools) and pathophysiology in a systems approach. Topics include: cardiac, pulmonary, neurology, renal, endocrine, hematology, gastrointestinal, psychological and legal aspects of care. This review is not an introduction to the critical care environment, but a comprehensive overview of information for the nurse preparing for the CCRN Examination.
Key Learning Outcome
- After completing the program, 80% of particpants will report an increase in knowledge and confidence necessary to pass the certification exam.
Program Learning Outcomes
This program prepares the learner to:
- Discuss and practice test-taking skills.
- Review critical anatomy, physiology and pathophysiology of each system.
- Discuss significant assessment and diagnostic findings relevant to the critical care environment.
- Discuss clinical presentation as well as specific patient management of commonly seen critical care conditions.
Agenda
Sign-in begins at 7:30 am. The day includes a 45-minute lunch (on your own), as well as a morning and afternoon break of 15 minutes each. The order of lectures presented and break times may vary according to speaker preference.
8:00 am to 5:00 pm