Medical Tests CCNS Q&A - in .pdf

  • Exam Code: CCNS
  • Exam Name: Certified Clinical Nurse Specialist
  • Updated: Oct 02, 2026
  • Q & A: 620 Questions and Answers
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  • Exam Code: CCNS
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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
Exam Duration:120 minutes
Available Languages:English
Exam Price:$210 - $340 USD (member/non-member rates)
Exam Format:Computer-based, Multiple-choice
Real Exam Qty:100 (renewal exam) / 175 (original retired exam)
Certificate Validity Period:5 years
Related Certifications:ACCNS-AG
ACCNS-N
CCRN
ACCNS-P
Passing Score:Varies by form (approx. 65-70% scaled score)
Recommended Training:AACN Continuing Education Resources
AACN CCNS Renewal Handbook
Exam Registration:AACN Certification Portal
Sample Questions:Free Download CCNS Actual tests
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:

SectionWeightObjectives
Professional Caring & Ethical Practice31%- Collaboration & Systems Leadership
- Caring Practices & Advocacy
- Ethics & Regulatory Compliance
- Education & Research
Clinical Judgment69%- Hematology, Immunology & Oncology
- Pulmonary System
- Gastrointestinal & Metabolic System
- Neurological System
- Endocrine System
- Renal & Genitourinary System
- Multisystem & Trauma
- Cardiovascular System

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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 Rules change occasionally, so verify the current requirements on the official Medical Tests exam page before you schedule.

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The CCNS exam is a Medical Tests certification exam validating the knowledge in the Medical Tests Certified Clinical Nurse Specialist syllabus shown above. It belongs to these credential paths: ACCNS-AG, ACCNS-P, ACCNS-N, CCRN. Beyond theoretical knowledge, employers want demonstrated skills — and this credential provides that evidence in 2026's competitive market. CertkingdomPDF helps you prepare with 620 practice questions in PDF, Desktop Test Engine, and Online Test Engine formats.

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The official Medical Tests Certified Clinical Nurse Specialist outline defines 2 domains. The top three are Clinical Judgment (69%), Professional Caring & Ethical Practice (31%). See the full list in the topics section above — CertkingdomPDF's 620 practice questions span every domain.

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Medical Tests Certified Clinical Nurse Specialist Sample Questions:

Question #1

A nurse initiates preparation of a six-year-old boy for an infratentorial craniotomy. The nurse plans to:

  • A. Have the patient draw his concept of a brain and briefly clarify any misconceptions
  • B. Encourage a dummy play with simulated surgical equipment
  • C. Schedule role playing with another patient having the same surgery
  • D. Provide a thorough explanation of anatomy and the procedure to be performed
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Question #2

The physician discusses the case of a patient inside the patient's room. The doctor asks the patient if she
ever had an illness that would predispose her to having a heart murmur. The nurse is aware that one of
these predisposing illnesses is:

  • A. Rheumatic fever
  • B. Mumps
  • C. Infectious hepatitis
  • D. Mononucleosis
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Question #3

A clinical nurse specialist is reviewing a well-known journal of nursing as part of her duty to be informed
on trends. She came across a topic related to respite care. At the end of the article, she was able to define
respite care as:

  • A. A service that allows time away for caregivers
  • B. Living units for people without regular shelter
  • C. Direct care provided to individuals in nursing homes
  • D. A special service for the terminally ill and their family
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Question #4

When working the family of the patient in critical care, a nurse should use this kind of Therapeutic
Communication:

  • A. Advise the family to remain quiet while visiting and avoid stimulating the patient.
  • B. Enforce visiting hours to maintain a routine of care for the patient.
  • C. Consider the family a part of the team and listen to their input.
  • D. Refer them to the primary care doctor for all of their questions.
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Question #5

You are training to be a neonatal nurse practitioner, which of the following nurseries are you permitted to
work in as a Neonatal Nurse Practitioner?

  • A. Levels 1, 2 and 3
  • B. Levels 1 and 2
  • C. Level 3 only
  • D. Levels 1
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