CHPN Exam

DelanaRN, MSN, APRN, NP · Jun 16, 2012

I used "Study Guide for the Generalist Hospice and Palliative Nurse" -

and

"Core Curriculum for the Generalist Hospice and Palliative Nurse"

I took the exam today and passed. It was a hard exam and I didn't pass by much, but it's over with for 4 years. Praise the Lord!!

ajitamamasita · Jun 17, 2012

Wow, congrats to you!!!! I now have the same two books, plus CHPN Exam Secrets. Did you find the questions to be similar to the practice questions?

LookUp2Sky, ASN, RN · Sep 4, 2012

Hi, I have my scheduled test date for mid June and was wondering if anyone can recommend a place to get practice test questions, or would anyone be willing to share test questions they've used for this exam? I am currently using CHPN Exam Secrets Study Guide, but there aren't many questions in the book. I sure appreciate any suggestions. Thank you.

To anyone who may have taken the exam in June... I am scheduled to take the exam in a couple of weeks. I have been studying the recommended Generalist and Questions book. I have seen the "Exam Secrets Study Guide," mentioned as well.

My question is this: Am I on the right course in reviewing the questions in the Study Guide? Are those questions similar to the actual exam questions? I am a detailed person and keep finding myself trying to study for the NCLEX all over again-lol. I'd like to be able to fine-tune my studying to more pertinent topics and questions.

Any assistance/advice would be greatly appreciated. Thank you!

CannondaleRN · Sep 6, 2012

I am scheduled to take the exam on 9/12/12. Mostly I have been studying CHPN Exam Secrets & Study Guide for the Generalist & Palliative Nurse & also Core Curriculum which is awfully dry. A co-worker who took the exam last year said the Exam Secrets book was the best book to study.

smurfynursey · Sep 8, 2012

When do you find out if you pass? Is it instant or do you have to wait?

I need to take the CHPPN exam at some point in the near future

westieluv · Sep 8, 2012

At the testing center where I went I found out immediately after taking the exam. They gave me a sheet of paper that stated that I passed and had my score on it. My certificate from the NBCHPN came in the mail several weeks later.

LookUp2Sky, ASN, RN · Sep 10, 2012

Hi Cannondale I just wanted to wish you the best towards your CHPN exam! I am scheduled right behind you, for the 18th of Sept. I am not the world's best test taker and am already nervous! I just pray I'm covering all the pertinent study materials! If you have any helpful pointers, please let me know. Again, GO FOR IT! Our patient's need us:)

CannondaleRN · Sep 11, 2012

Hi LookUp2Sky, Thank you for your encouragement. Best wishes to you on your exam day. I will be so glad when it is over! I don't exactly have any pointers but I hope we both are studying the relevant material.

LookUp2Sky, ASN, RN · Sep 11, 2012

Hi CannondaleRN - Tomorrow is your big day! Not to worry, I have a good feeling about you passing!! Remember, take time out for yourself today, i.e., soak in a hot bath, sing in the shower, go to bed early, read a non-relavant book, etc.

I'm pulling for you, and will say a prayer for you too! You can do it....go for it, and know it will be over for four years!!

Good luck:)

CannondaleRN · Sep 12, 2012

I am so happy to report that I passed the CHPN exam. It was very difficult. Praise the Lord, it is over!LookUp2Sky, I am pulling for you on 9/18/12. You are going to pass, I am sure.

westieluv · Sep 12, 2012

Congratulations! It is hard, but it feels so good to see your hard work pay off when you pass!

LookUp2Sky, I will also be pulling for you on 9/18. I know you can do it!