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CCRN Study Notes

Exam-focused study notes for the Adult CCRN certification, aligned to the November 2025 test plan and AACN Synergy Model. Select a domain below to browse topics.

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Hemodynamic Monitoring and InterpretationCardiovascular

Acute Coronary Syndromes (STEMI, NSTEMI, Unstable Angina)Cardiovascular

Heart Failure (Systolic and Diastolic)Cardiovascular

Cardiac Dysrhythmias and ECG InterpretationCardiovascular

Hemodynamic Monitoring and Interpretation

Acute Coronary Syndromes (STEMI, NSTEMI, Unstable Angina)

Heart Failure (Systolic and Diastolic)

Cardiac Dysrhythmias and ECG Interpretation

Shock States and Hemodynamic Management

Aortic Emergencies (Dissection and Aneurysm)

Frequently Tested

Cardiac Tamponade

Frequently Tested

Cardiac Infections and Inflammatory Diseases (New for 2025)

Frequently Tested

Acute Respiratory Distress Syndrome (ARDS)

Mechanical Ventilation

ABG Interpretation and Acid-Base Disorders

Pneumothorax and Chest Tubes

Frequently Tested

Pulmonary Embolism

Acute Respiratory Failure (Type I and Type II)

COPD Exacerbation and Status Asthmaticus

Frequently Tested

Diabetic Emergencies (DKA and HHS)

Acute Kidney Injury (AKI)

Electrolyte Imbalances

GI Bleeding (Upper and Lower)

Frequently Tested

Acute Liver Failure and Hepatic Encephalopathy

Frequently Tested

Hematologic Emergencies (DIC, TTP/HUS, HIT)

Acute Pancreatitis

Frequently Tested

Thyroid Emergencies (Storm and Myxedema Coma)

Frequently Tested

Rhabdomyolysis (New for 2025)

Frequently Tested

Stroke (Ischemic and Hemorrhagic)

Traumatic Brain Injury and ICP Management

Spinal Cord Injury

Frequently Tested

Sedation, Delirium, and Pain Management in the ICU

Status Epilepticus

Frequently Tested

Neurogenic Shock and Neurological Storming (New for 2025)

Frequently Tested

Sepsis and Septic Shock

Multiple Organ Dysfunction Syndrome (MODS)

Frequently Tested

Burns and Wound Management

Frequently Tested

Toxic Ingestions and Overdoses

Frequently Tested

Organ Donation and End-of-Life Care

Frequently Tested

Fluid and Volume Management

Obesity-Related Complications (New for 2025)

Adult Failure to Thrive (New for 2025)

AACN Synergy Model for Patient Care

Ethical Dilemmas in Critical Care

Frequently Tested

Pain Assessment in Non-Verbal ICU Patients

Frequently Tested

Ventilator-Associated Events and Bundle Compliance

Frequently Tested

Collaboration and Team Communication

Clinical Inquiry and Evidence-Based Practice

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