2022 CRRN - CERTIFIED REHABILITATION REGISTERED NURSE
EXAM STUDY REVIEW COMPLETE DOCUMENT
knack maneuver - form of Kegal exercise used to prevent incontinence
Orem's Theory of Self-Care Model states that its goal of nursing is to serve patients and
assist them to provide self-care. What are the 3 categories of needs? - universal,
developmental, health
normal Timed Up and Go (TUG) - 7-10 seconds
What is the most successful position for sexual activity for a woman with cerebral palsy?
- side-lying with bolster between knees
Which is the best long-term goal of cardiac rehabilitation?hase - reversing or stabilizing
atherosclerosis
What is the symptom that describes almost constant dribbling of urine? - overflow
What is the theory of aging that states that all cells and organisms have a life span that
is predetermined and aging occurs as the end of the life span is approached? -
programmed/cellular
What consists of Constraint-induced movement therapy (CIMT) for those with stroke or
TBI? - constraint of the uninvolved upper extremity and forced use of weakened limbs
for 90% of waking hours and massed practice
Case Mix Group (CMG) - classification system based on patients' clinical characteristics
GCS - Coma - 3-8
GCS - Severe - 8 or less
GCS - Moderate - 9-12
GCS - Mild - 13-15
King's Theory of Nursing - involves the interaction of personal systems, interpersonal
systems, and society systems
Roger's Theory of Nursing - views nursing as both a science and an art
Neuman's Theory of Nursing - involves the patient's defense against stress; focuses on
goal setting, prevention, and maximizing function; includes levels of primary, secondary,
and tertiary preventative care
, A SCI at which level may allow a patient to self-operate a motorized wheelchair? - C5
Nursing Process - 1. Assessment
2. Diagnosis
3. Planning
4. Implementation
5. Evaluation
Which medication helps with an acute SCI (also helps increase neuro and motor
function)? - methylprednisolone
Which device helps stroke rehab patients to improve ROM and function in the hands? -
smart glove
Which medication is frequently given to patients with a decreased LOC during the acute
phase (< 1 month) after a TBI? - bromocriptine
What is the maximum limit for sodium intake for a patient on a cardiac diet? - 1500 mg
On a cardiac diet, what is the recommended daily serving of grains and starches? - 6-11
What are the general guidelines for a renal diet? - low sodium, low phosphorus, low
protein
Which group of medications slows down rehab in TBI patients? - anticholinergics
Which medication, that helps relieve neurogenic bladder, has the least amount of
anticholinergic side effects? - Tolterodine
What is the best way to assess the external anal sphincter? - digital rectal exam
What is the goal of medication therapy with bowel incontinence? - decrease stool
frequency and improve stool consistency
Which sleeping medication may help a patient with Parkinsonism symptoms? -
Remeron
Why would one choose to use Bipap vs. Cpap? - may be used if you have difficulty
exhaling positive pressure
Which pain receptor is stimulated if you feel persistent, dull pain? - polymodal
What is the pain theory that states that signals are sent to a specialized "pain center" in
the brain? - specificity theory
EXAM STUDY REVIEW COMPLETE DOCUMENT
knack maneuver - form of Kegal exercise used to prevent incontinence
Orem's Theory of Self-Care Model states that its goal of nursing is to serve patients and
assist them to provide self-care. What are the 3 categories of needs? - universal,
developmental, health
normal Timed Up and Go (TUG) - 7-10 seconds
What is the most successful position for sexual activity for a woman with cerebral palsy?
- side-lying with bolster between knees
Which is the best long-term goal of cardiac rehabilitation?hase - reversing or stabilizing
atherosclerosis
What is the symptom that describes almost constant dribbling of urine? - overflow
What is the theory of aging that states that all cells and organisms have a life span that
is predetermined and aging occurs as the end of the life span is approached? -
programmed/cellular
What consists of Constraint-induced movement therapy (CIMT) for those with stroke or
TBI? - constraint of the uninvolved upper extremity and forced use of weakened limbs
for 90% of waking hours and massed practice
Case Mix Group (CMG) - classification system based on patients' clinical characteristics
GCS - Coma - 3-8
GCS - Severe - 8 or less
GCS - Moderate - 9-12
GCS - Mild - 13-15
King's Theory of Nursing - involves the interaction of personal systems, interpersonal
systems, and society systems
Roger's Theory of Nursing - views nursing as both a science and an art
Neuman's Theory of Nursing - involves the patient's defense against stress; focuses on
goal setting, prevention, and maximizing function; includes levels of primary, secondary,
and tertiary preventative care
, A SCI at which level may allow a patient to self-operate a motorized wheelchair? - C5
Nursing Process - 1. Assessment
2. Diagnosis
3. Planning
4. Implementation
5. Evaluation
Which medication helps with an acute SCI (also helps increase neuro and motor
function)? - methylprednisolone
Which device helps stroke rehab patients to improve ROM and function in the hands? -
smart glove
Which medication is frequently given to patients with a decreased LOC during the acute
phase (< 1 month) after a TBI? - bromocriptine
What is the maximum limit for sodium intake for a patient on a cardiac diet? - 1500 mg
On a cardiac diet, what is the recommended daily serving of grains and starches? - 6-11
What are the general guidelines for a renal diet? - low sodium, low phosphorus, low
protein
Which group of medications slows down rehab in TBI patients? - anticholinergics
Which medication, that helps relieve neurogenic bladder, has the least amount of
anticholinergic side effects? - Tolterodine
What is the best way to assess the external anal sphincter? - digital rectal exam
What is the goal of medication therapy with bowel incontinence? - decrease stool
frequency and improve stool consistency
Which sleeping medication may help a patient with Parkinsonism symptoms? -
Remeron
Why would one choose to use Bipap vs. Cpap? - may be used if you have difficulty
exhaling positive pressure
Which pain receptor is stimulated if you feel persistent, dull pain? - polymodal
What is the pain theory that states that signals are sent to a specialized "pain center" in
the brain? - specificity theory
