Cardiac/Vascular Nurse Exam Practice Test

The Cardiac-Vascular Nursing Certification is a credential awarded to registered nurses who pass the Cardiac-Vascular Nursing Certification exam, demonstrating the necessary skills and competencies for entry-level positions. The American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC) offers the Cardiac-Vascular Nursing certification, as well as many other certifications, giving health care professionals an opportunity to advance in their careers. The ANCC certifications, which have accreditation from The National Commission for Certifying Agencies and the Accreditation for Specialty Nursing Certification, are also available for organizations interested in earning international recognition.

The Cardiac-Vascular Nursing certification exam assesses professional and practical skills related to the cardiac-vascular specialty, including diagnosis, planning, and education. Candidates who pass the exam are awarded the Registered Nurse-Board Certified (RN-BC) credential, which is valid for 5 years.

Eligibility Requirements for the Cardiac-Vascular Nursing Certification (RN-BC)

Health care professionals who are interested in taking the Cardiac-Vascular Nursing Certification exam must:

• Have a current, active RN license in a state or territory of the United States. International candidates must have a professional, legally recognized equivalent in another country.
• Have at least 2,000 hours of clinical practice in cardiac-vascular nursing within the last 3 years.
• Have completed at least 2 years (full-time) as a registered nurse.
• Have completed at least 30 hours of continuing education in cardiac-vascular nursing within the last 3 years.

How to apply for the Cardiac-Vascular Nursing Certification (RN-BC)

To apply for the certification exam, visit the nursing world website and click on certifications. You will find the testing fees listed below.

• Non-member: $395
• American Nurses Association members: $270
• American Association of Cardiovascular and Pulmonary Rehabilitation member: $340
• Preventive Cardiovascular Nurses Association member: $340
• Society for Vascular Nursing member: $340

The fees listed above include $140 non-refundable administrative fee. Applicants have 5 business days after ANCC receives their application to claim discounts. After successful registration, applicants can schedule their test at a Prometric testing center.

How long is the Cardiac-Vascular Nursing Certification (RN-BC) Exam?

This computer-based test is 3 hours and 30 minutes, with 175 questions (25 questions are pretest questions that do not count towards the final score).

What topics are covered on the Cardiac-Vascular Nursing Certification (RN-BC) Exam?

The Cardiac-Vascular Nursing Certification exam is divided into the following sections:

• Assessment and Diagnosis. This section makes up 22% of the exam, with 33 questions. Candidates are required to demonstrate knowledge of comprehensive clinical interviews, assessment tools like the National Institute of Health (NIH) stroke scale, and data interpretation.
• Planning, Implementation, and Outcome Evaluation. This section makes up 34.67% of the test, with 52 questions. Candidates are required to identify evidence-based guidelines like the American Heart Association (AHA), expected and unexpected responses to interventions, and cardiac-vascular specific technologies.
• Education and Health Promotion. This section makes up 17.33% of the exam, with 26 questions. Candidates are required to demonstrate knowledge of self-management tools, teaching and learning principles, and education plan development.
• Professional Role. This section makes up 26% of the exam, with 39 questions. Candidates must demonstrate knowledge of verbal and nonverbal communication, influential factors in care like family dynamics, and leadership roles in the cardiac-vascular nursing specialty.

Please note that the concepts listed above are only a portion of what is covered on the exam.

What to expect on test day

The Cardiac-Vascular Nursing Certification exam is available at qualifying Prometric testing facilities. On test day, you want to make sure you arrive at your testing location at least 30 minutes before your scheduled exam time. Each candidate must bring an active ID with a photograph and signature. Personal items like cell phones, electronics, study materials, and bags are not allowed in the testing area.

The Cardiac-Vascular Nursing Certification exam is a computer-based test, with 175 questions (25 questions are pretest questions that do not count towards the final score). Candidates have 3 hours and 30 minutes to complete the assessment.

How to prepare for the Cardiac-Vascular Nursing Certification (RN-BC) Exam

At Mometrix, we understand that this certification exam is more than just a test, but an opportunity for you to demonstrate your expertise and advance your career in cardiac-vascular nursing. Our test research experts made sure to design the Mometrix study materials to help you get the results you deserve.

The Mometrix Cardiac-Vascular Nursing Study Guide is a comprehensive review that includes in-depth, easy-to-understand explanations of all the concepts found on the exam. You can look forward to using this study plan to grasp the understanding of topics like hemorrhagic stroke, sympathomimetic agents, and cardiac glycosides. Unlike traditional study materials that only cover the information, Mometrix also provides you with secret test-taking strategies that show you how to prepare for test day, answer questions more quickly and effectively, and ease your anxiety.

When you don’t have much time to set aside for studying it could put you in a dilemma. The Mometrix Cardiac-Vascular Nursing Flashcards are ideal for studying whenever and wherever you have a few minutes to spare! These portable cards, with easy-to-read language, will help you quiz yourself and have a little fun!

With your expertise and our well-researched study materials, we are confident that you will excel on test day!

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