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Pediatric CCRN® Certification Review is designed to help you prepare for the AACN certification exam. This comprehensive study aid is organized according to the latest exam blueprint and presents information in a clear, concise format. Key words, case studies, and practice questions that test clinical judgment are included throughout. Each chapter covers everything you need to know to pass the exam and includes end-of-chapter questions to check your knowledge. The review concludes with a full-length practice test to get you ready for exam day. With 300 practice questions, detailed review content, and full answer rationales, this study aid empowers you with the tools and materials to study your way and the confidence to pass the first time, guaranteed! Know that you're ready. Know that you'll pass with Springer Publishing Exam Prep.
Key Features
Reflects the latest AACN exam blueprint
Provides a comprehensive yet concise review of essential knowledge for the exam
Highlights key terms and clinical pearls
Features case studies in each chapter
Includes end-of-chapter Q&A and a full practice test with detailed rationales
Boosts your confidence with a 100% pass guarantee
Includes digital access for use on most mobile devices or computers.
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| Preface |
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Chapter 1 About the Pediatric CCRN® Exam |
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Chapter 2 Cardiovascular System Review |
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Chapter 3 Respiratory System Review |
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Chapter 4 Endocrine System Review |
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Chapter 5 Hematology and Immunology Review |
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Chapter 6 Gastrointestinal System Review |
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Chapter 7 Renal and Genitourinary Review |
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Chapter 8 Integumentary System Review |
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Chapter 9 Musculoskeletal Disorders |
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Chapter 10 Neurological Systems Review |
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Chapter 11 Behavioral and Psychosocial Review |
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Chapter 12 Multisystem Review |
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Chapter 13 Professional Caring and Ethical Practice |
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Chapter 14 Practice Test Questions |
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Chapter 15 Practice Test: Answers |
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MARYANN GODSHALL, PHD, CCRN, CPN, CNE, is an associate clinical Professor at Drexel University. At Drexel University, Dr. Godshall teaches adult critical care, pediatrics, pharmacology, and research. She has previously taught health and physical assessment, nursing concepts, evidence-based practice, and senior seminar. In addition, her responsibilities include syllabus development, management of course structure, administration of all grades, and facilitation of simulation experience. She previously taught at DeSales University, Cedar Crest College, Northampton Community College, and Lehigh County Community College. Dr. Godshall's clinical experience includes the PICU Lehigh Valley Health Network, the PICU Education Specialist at St. Luke's University Network, Good Shepherd Inpatient Pediatric Rehabilitation Hospital, Inpatient pediatrics, pediatric home care, neonatal intensive care unit (NICU), and medicalsurgical telemetry. Dr. Godshall is certified in critical care (CCRN), pediatrics (CPN), and nursing education (CNE).
Emily Warren, MSN, RN, ACCNS-P, CCRN-K
Pediatric Clinical Nurse Specialist (CNS)
Johns Hopkins Hospital
Baltimore, Maryland
