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AACN CCRN-Adult Exam - Topic 1 Question 1 Discussion

Actual exam question for AACN's CCRN-Adult exam
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Assessment of a patient with a head injury reveals increased muscle tone and contractured positioning of the upper extremities. A nurse should

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Suggested Answer: D

In patients with head injuries, increased muscle tone and contractured positioning (such as decorticate or decerebrate posturing) are signs of significant neurological impairment. It is essential to manage these symptoms to prevent further complications. Consulting a physical therapist is the best course of action to ensure appropriate positioning, prevent contractures, and manage spasticity effectively. Reference: = CCRN Exam Handbook and AACN's Certification Review Course materials.


by Whitney at Mar 07, 2025, 10:40 PM

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Brittni
3 months ago
B could help, but we need to be cautious with muscle relaxers.
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Cyril
3 months ago
Wait, are we really just accepting contractures as normal after a head injury?
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An
3 months ago
A is a no-go. Restraints can cause more harm than good.
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Svetlana
4 months ago
C seems a bit off. Contractures aren't always expected, right?
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Maia
4 months ago
I think D is the best choice here. Physical therapy can really help!
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Marlon
4 months ago
I vaguely recall that muscle relaxers can help, but I’m not confident if that’s the right first step in this scenario.
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Dominga
4 months ago
I practiced a question similar to this where restraints were mentioned, but I feel like using them might not be the best approach here.
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Delbert
4 months ago
I think consulting a physical therapist sounds like a good idea, especially for positioning, but I wonder if we should try something else first.
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Louisa
5 months ago
I remember discussing how contractures can develop after head injuries, but I'm not sure if they're always expected.
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Wei
5 months ago
Whoa, this is a tough one. I'm leaning towards option D, but I'm not totally confident. Maybe I should review the material on head injuries again before deciding.
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Allene
5 months ago
Okay, I've got this one. The key here is recognizing that contractures are an expected response after a head injury, so option C is the right answer. Wrist restraints and muscle relaxers aren't the best approach in this case.
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Micaela
5 months ago
Hmm, I'm a bit confused by this question. The increased muscle tone and contractured positioning make me think a muscle relaxer might be the way to go, but I'm not 100% sure. I'll have to think this through carefully.
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Reita
5 months ago
This seems like a tricky one. I'm not totally sure about the right approach, but I'm thinking option D might be the best choice since it involves consulting a physical therapist for appropriate positioning.
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Tamesha
11 months ago
Hey, if the patient's arms are like pretzels, we should just get them a job in a circus. But in all seriousness, D is the way to go.
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Louis
11 months ago
Wrist restraints? Really? That's like trying to put a band-aid on a broken bone. Option D is the only sensible choice here.
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Glendora
11 months ago
C is an interesting option, but I don't think we should just accept contractures as 'expected'. We need to be proactive in addressing them.
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Arminda
11 months ago
I agree, D is the way to go. Muscle relaxers might help in the short term, but a physical therapist can provide long-term solutions.
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Leigha
10 months ago
C: I agree, muscle relaxers might not address the root cause of the issue.
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Laticia
10 months ago
B: Yeah, that sounds like the best option for long-term solutions.
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Mariko
11 months ago
A: I think we should consult a physical therapist for appropriate positioning.
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Valentin
11 months ago
I don't think contractures are expected after a head injury.
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Minna
11 months ago
Using wrist restraints doesn't sound like the best option.
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Jeff
11 months ago
I agree, they can help with appropriate positioning.
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Nina
12 months ago
Option D seems the most appropriate. Consulting a physical therapist is crucial for proper positioning and preventing contractures.
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Donte
11 months ago
I think obtaining a muscle relaxer may not address the root cause of the issue, consulting a physical therapist is a better approach.
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Patti
11 months ago
Using wrist restraints may not be the best option, consulting a physical therapist is a better choice.
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Mollie
11 months ago
I agree, a physical therapist can help with positioning to prevent contractures.
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Alana
11 months ago
Option D seems the most appropriate. Consulting a physical therapist is crucial for proper positioning and preventing contractures.
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Zachary
12 months ago
I think we should consult a physical therapist.
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