Free CRRN® Practice Test Questions

A 66-year-old female with Alzheimer's disease is in a long-term care facility. She frequently becomes agitated in the afternoons and evenings, which disrupts her care and the care of other residents. The rehabilitation team is considering non-pharmacological strategies to manage her agitation. Which of the following innovative behavioral management approaches would be most suitable to alleviate her symptoms in this context?

A 55-year-old male patient is recovering from a traumatic incident that led to bilateral hearing impairment. During his rehabilitation program, he frequently expresses feelings of isolation and frustration due to communication barriers with the team. Given the interdisciplinary nature of the care team, what is the most effective strategy to facilitate communication with the patient?

A 60-year-old female patient is undergoing rehabilitation after a severe case of pneumonia that required extended hospitalization. She is now focused on regaining her physical endurance and independence in daily activities. However, her current insurance plan has limited coverage for outpatient rehabilitation services. What strategy should the rehabilitation team prioritize to optimize her rehabilitation within the insurance limitations?

A 50-year-old male patient is enrolled in a rehabilitation program following a diagnosis of chronic kidney disease, stage 3. He is concerned about his ability to manage activities of daily living due to low energy levels. The rehabilitation nurse plans to enhance the patient's self-efficacy. Which of the following strategies is most effective in this context?

A 29-year-old female patient has recently undergone anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) reconstruction surgery. She is now in the rehabilitation phase and reports ongoing anxiety about re-injury which affects her participation in physical therapy sessions. Which psychological intervention would be most effective for the rehabilitation nurse to implement to address this fear and improve her therapy participation?

A 78-year-old female patient with a history of recurrent falls is undergoing a comprehensive fall prevention program in an assisted living facility. The team has already installed additional lighting and provided non-slip footwear. The patient uses a walker but continues to report fear of falling, which limits her willingness to walk independently. As part of the fall prevention strategy, which intervention should the team prioritize to address her fear while enhancing safety?

A 52-year-old male with a recent diagnosis of amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS) is beginning his rehabilitation program at a specialized facility. His primary goal is to maintain his independence in self-care activities for as long as possible. The rehabilitation nurse is considering leveraging community resources to create a comprehensive post-discharge support plan. Which of the following community resources would be most appropriate to include in his plan for maximizing independence?

A 43-year-old female patient is undergoing rehabilitation after a traumatic ankle fracture. Despite completing the initial phase of physical therapy, she reports persisting hesitation to bear weight on her injured leg, mainly due to fear of pain and re-injury. Her rehabilitation team wants to ensure she progresses to weight-bearing exercises effectively. Which strategy should the nursing team prioritize to address her concerns?

A 75-year-old female patient is admitted to rehabilitation with sleep disturbances following hip surgery. Her pain is managed, but she reports difficulty falling asleep and maintaining sleep. Which non-pharmacological intervention could be most effective in optimizing her sleep and rest patterns?