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Medical Tests CCNS Exam Overview:
| Certification Vendor: | American Association of Critical-Care Nurses (AACN) |
|---|---|
| Exam Name: | Acute/Critical Care Clinical Nurse Specialist Certification Exam |
| Exam Number: | CCNS |
| Available Languages: | English |
| Exam Format: | Multiple-choice, Computer-based |
| Real Exam Qty: | 100 (renewal exam) / 175 (original retired exam) |
| Exam Price: | $210 - $340 USD (member/non-member rates) |
| Exam Duration: | 120 minutes |
| Passing Score: | Varies by form (approx. 65-70% scaled score) |
| Related Certifications: | ACCNS-N CCRN ACCNS-AG ACCNS-P |
| Certificate Validity Period: | 5 years |
| Recommended Training: | AACN Continuing Education Resources AACN CCNS Renewal Handbook |
| Exam Registration: | AACN Certification Portal |
| Sample Questions: | DOWNLOAD DEMO |
| Exam Way: | Computer-based testing at approved testing centers or online proctored |
| Pre Condition: | Only available for renewal to current CCNS holders; active unencumbered RN/APRN license; 1,000 CNS practice hours in acute/critical care within past 5 years |
| Official Syllabus URL: | https://www.aacn.org/certification/certification-renewal/ccns-adult |
Medical Tests CCNS Exam Syllabus Topics:
| Section | Weight | Objectives |
|---|---|---|
| Clinical Judgment | 69% | - Neurological System - Endocrine System - Pulmonary System - Multisystem & Trauma - Cardiovascular System - Gastrointestinal & Metabolic System - Hematology, Immunology & Oncology - Renal & Genitourinary System |
| Professional Caring & Ethical Practice | 31% | - Ethics & Regulatory Compliance - Education & Research - Collaboration & Systems Leadership - Caring Practices & Advocacy |
CCNS Exam Questions & Answers
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The CCNS exam is a Medical Tests certification exam covering the Medical Tests Certified Clinical Nurse Specialist syllabus shown above. It forms part of these credential paths: ACCNS-AG, ACCNS-P, ACCNS-N, CCRN. Most candidates are working people studying around jobs and families, which is why PracticeVCE built its 620 practice questions for fragmented schedules — PDF, Desktop Test Engine, and Online Test Engine formats included.
Computer-based testing at approved testing centers or online proctored Register for the Medical Tests Certified Clinical Nurse Specialist exam through these official channels:
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The official Medical Tests Certified Clinical Nurse Specialist outline divides the exam into 2 domains, the largest being Clinical Judgment (69%), Professional Caring & Ethical Practice (31%). The full list is in the topics section above, and PracticeVCE's 620 practice questions address every domain in it.
Registration for the Medical Tests Certified Clinical Nurse Specialist exam costs $210 - $340 USD (member/non-member rates), and the passing score is Varies by form (approx. 65-70% scaled score). Retaking means paying the fee again, so check your level with the PracticeVCE engines before you commit to a date.
Everything needed to start the minute your order arrives: 620 practice questions for the Medical Tests Certified Clinical Nurse Specialist exam in three formats — a printable, expert-prepared PDF with instant download; a Desktop Test Engine for Windows that simulates the real exam with two practice modes and works offline; and an Online Test Engine for any browser on Windows, Mac, Android, and iOS with test history and performance review. Also included: a free demo, 365 days of free updates, a 50% renewal discount afterward, unlimited installations, and remote installation guidance from professional IT staff if you need it.
Medical Tests recommends these training resources for the Medical Tests Certified Clinical Nurse Specialist exam:
Reinforce the training with the 620 practice questions from PracticeVCE — short, frequent sessions fit working schedules better than marathon weekends.
Only available for renewal to current CCNS holders; active unencumbered RN/APRN license; 1,000 CNS practice hours in acute/critical care within past 5 years Since requirements can change, confirm the current version on the official Medical Tests exam page before scheduling.
The Medical Tests Certified Clinical Nurse Specialist exam contains 100 (renewal exam) / 175 (original retired exam) with a limit of 120 minutes. That is tight pacing — rehearse it in the PracticeVCE Desktop Test Engine's timed mode until it feels natural.
Medical Tests Certified Clinical Nurse Specialist Sample Questions:
When planning teaching for parents of a baby with tetralogy of fallot, who are both employed full time, the
nurse should:
- A. Insist both parents attend the teaching sessions
- B. Provide written and oral information in short sessions
- C. Explain the specific problems when they are visiting the baby
- D. Schedule a whole evening for teaching
Correct Answer: B 🗳️
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A nurse is caring for a patient who is receiving chemotherapy. The patient's mother asks the nurse why
the neonate has developed sores in his mouth. She asks the nurse why this happened. What is the
nurse's best response?
- A. "It is a sign that the medication is working."
- B. "Your child needs to have better oral hygiene."
- C. "The cells in the mouth are sensitive to the chemotherapy."
- D. "This always happens with chemotherapy."
Correct Answer: C 🗳️
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A five-year-old child diagnosed with leukemia is hospitalized for chemotherapy. The patient is fearful of
hospitalization. The nurse's most appropriate action to alleviate the patient's fears is to:
- A. Advise the parents to visit only during the scheduled time
- B. Place the patient in a private room and allow him to bring his favorite toys
- C. Encourage the parents to stay with the child
- D. Encourage play with other children of the same age
Correct Answer: C 🗳️
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Benita, a 65-year-old banker, was admitted in the unit due to Gastro Esophageal Reflux Disease (GERD).
The clinical nurse specialist should educate the patient to avoid which type of diet to avoid acid reflux?
- A. Soda, coffee, and tea
- B. Red meat
- C. High fat, carbonated and caffeinated beverages
- D. Beer and green tea
Correct Answer: C 🗳️
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A mother asks the nurse about Vitamin A supplementation. The best response is that giving Vitamin A
starts when the infant reaches 6 months and the first dose is:
- A. 10,000 IU
- B. 20,000 IU
- C. 200,000 IU
- D. 100,000 IU
Correct Answer: D 🗳️
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