CPAN Practice Test
Your Proven Shortcut to Certified Post Anesthesia Nurse (CPAN) Success
Get exam-style questions, detailed explanations, and realistic timing to master the latest American Board of Perianesthesia Nursing Certification, Inc. (ABPANC). Prepare CPAN practice test then walk into your Nursing exam with confidence.
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Study wherever, whenever with these quiz types:
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You can choose Exam Mode (timed 90-minute simulation) or Study Mode for preparation.
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Questions reflect both multiple-choice and scenario/performance-style prompts aligned to CPAN objectives.
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Every question includes a clear explanation, so you know why an answer is correct.
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See strengths/weaknesses by the domains & sub-topics to focus your revision.
Reattempts
Retake sets to improve your speed and accuracy; watch your score trend toward the benchmark.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the CPAN certification and who offers it?
The Certified Post Anesthesia Nurse (CPAN) certification is a professional credential offered by the American Board of Perianesthesia Nursing Certification (ABPANC). It demonstrates expertise in caring for patients recovering from anesthesia in post-anesthesia care units (PACUs) and validates a nurse's specialized knowledge in perianesthesia nursing.
What are the eligibility requirements to take the CPAN exam?
To be eligible for the CPAN exam, you must be a currently licensed registered nurse (RN) and have completed a minimum of 1,800 hours of perianesthesia nursing practice within the past two years, or 2,400 hours within the past three years. This experience must be in Phase I PACU nursing care.
What is the primary content covered on the CPAN exam?
The exam content is based on the Perianesthesia Nursing Role Delineation Study and is categorized into five domains, with a focus on Phase I Postanesthesia care:
- Anesthesia
- Physiology
- Perianesthesia Monitoring & Intervention
- Perianesthesia Care Considerations
- Professional Nursing Practice & Guidelines
What is the format of the CPAN exam?
The CPAN examination is a computer-based test consisting of 185 multiple-choice questions. Out of these, 140 are scored, and 45 are unscored pretest questions used for future exam development. Candidates are given three hours to complete the exam.
How long is the CPAN certification valid, and how do I recertify?
The CPAN certification is valid for a period of three years. To recertify, nurses have two options:
- Re-examination: Successfully passing the CPAN or CAPA examination again.
- Continuing Education: Completing the required number of perianesthesia-related contact hours (currently 70 hours over the three-year period).
How should I prepare for the CPAN Exam?
A combination of methods is most effective:
- Review the CPAN Exam Handbook from CCI for the exact content outline.
- Use the official CPAN Study Guide and Prephow practice tests.
- Join a study group or review course, often offered by ASPAN components (local chapters).
- Leverage your clinical experience and reference the ASPAN Standards of Perianesthesia Nursing Practice.