AACN Exam CCRN-Adult Topic 2 Question 3 Discussion

Actual exam question for AACN's CCRN-Adult exam

Question #: 3
Topic #: 2

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Which of the following diagnostic procedures best pinpoints the location, size, and origin of a cerebral aneurysm?

AMRI

Bcerebral angiography

Cpositron emission tomography (PET) scanning

DCT scanning

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Suggested Answer: B

Cerebral angiography is considered the gold standard for diagnosing and pinpointing the location, size, and origin of cerebral aneurysms. It involves the use of contrast material injected into the cerebral arteries and imaging to provide detailed visualization of the blood vessels in the brain, which is essential for accurate diagnosis and planning treatment strategies. Reference: = CCRN Exam Handbook and AACN's Certification Review Course materials.

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Caprice

2 months ago

I believe CT scanning can also help in diagnosing cerebral aneurysms, as it provides detailed cross-sectional images.

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Johnna

2 months ago

Ah, the age-old debate: which diagnostic tool is the best for finding a brain aneurysm? It's like asking which superpower is better - invisibility or flight. The answer is clearly angiography, my friends.

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Candida

25 days ago

CT scanning is useful too, but angiography is definitely the top choice.

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Esteban

29 days ago

I agree, angiography gives the most detailed information about the aneurysm.

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Angelica

1 months ago

C: I've heard that CT scanning is also a good choice.

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Reita

1 months ago

B: I disagree, I believe cerebral angiography is the most accurate.

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Berry

1 months ago

A: I think MRI is the best option.

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Latia

2 months ago

MRI is good, but I think angiography is the best for brain aneurysms.

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Caprice

2 months ago

I'm not sure, but I think MRI can also be used to pinpoint the location of a cerebral aneurysm.

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Julian

2 months ago

MRI? Really? That's like using a sledgehammer to crack a nut. Angiography is the way to go, hands down.

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Wei

2 months ago

I agree with Nydia, cerebral angiography provides detailed images of blood vessels.

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Kayleigh

3 months ago

Ooh, PET scanning, that's a fancy one! But I don't think it's the best for this job. Gotta go with the good ol' angiography.

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Dana

3 months ago

CT scanning is the clear winner here. It can provide high-resolution images of the brain and identify any structural abnormalities like an aneurysm.

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Dean

2 months ago

Yes, CT scanning can provide detailed images of the brain to help locate and assess the aneurysm.

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Lilli

2 months ago

D) CT scanning

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Carma

2 months ago

C) positron emission tomography (PET) scanning

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Dorcas

2 months ago

I agree, MRI and cerebral angiography are also useful but CT scanning is more precise.

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Deangelo

2 months ago

B) cerebral angiography

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Claribel

2 months ago

CT scanning is definitely the best option for pinpointing a cerebral aneurysm.

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Iola

2 months ago

A) MRI

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Nydia

3 months ago

I think the best option is B) cerebral angiography.

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Brynn

3 months ago

I think cerebral angiography is the way to go. It gives you a detailed map of the blood vessels in the brain - perfect for locating an aneurysm!

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Gussie

2 months ago

I think MRI can also be helpful in pinpointing the location and size of a cerebral aneurysm.

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Glory

2 months ago

I agree, cerebral angiography is the gold standard for detecting cerebral aneurysms.

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