Advanced Pediatric Assessment Study Guide: Prepare for Certification Exam Success

By Ellen M. Chiocca PhD CPNP RNC-NIC, a renowned expert in pediatric health assessment, this study guide is the ultimate resource for Pediatric Nurse Practitioners (PNPs) seeking to excel in the certification exam.

Focus on Advanced Infant and Child Health Assessment

This comprehensive study guide is specifically designed to focus on the specialized knowledge and skills required to conduct pediatric health assessments, making it an invaluable resource for PNPs. It accompanies the text Advanced Pediatric Assessment, reinforcing essential content through:

• Case studies that mirror real-life scenarios
• Multiple choice Q&As in the same format as the Pediatric Nurse Practitioner Certification Exam

New Features in the Third Edition

The third edition of this study guide includes:

• New critical thinking exercises to improve problem-solving skills
• Additional case studies and certification-style Q&As to simulate the exam experience
• A completely new chapter on clinical decision-making, formulating differential diagnoses, and evidence-based practice
• SOP notes for well and abnormal exams, helping PNPs to develop essential documentation skills

Essential Features for Exam Success

Each chapter is systematically formatted for ease of use, featuring:

• Chapter overview and learning objectives to guide study
• Essential terminology to familiarize PNPs with key concepts
• Case studies covering both well and ill children, as well as children with specific health problems
• Multiple choice questions in the same format as the certification exam
• SPACE for students to practice their own subjective and objective findings
• Anatomic Labeling Exercises to reinforce knowledge essential to the APN role

This study guide provides PNPs with the perfect blend of theoretical knowledge and practical skills to excel in the certification exam and deliver exceptional patient care.

Published by Springer Publishing Company, this 3rd edition (August 19, 2019) is available in English, comprising 330 pages, with ISBN-10: 082615039X and ISBN-13: 978-0826150394.

Get ready to boost your confidence and pass the Pediatric Nurse Practitioner Certification Exam with flying colors!