Exam Preparation
Preparing for any examination can be challenging but you have the necessary tools to study. There are several resources available for preparing for the CRNI® examination. Take a look at the many tools and resources!
Follow the steps in this guide to prepare for the CRNI® Exam
CRNI® Handbook
One of the most important tools for any candidate interested in the CRNI® credential is the CRNI® Exam Handbook. Inside you will find more detailed information about the CRNI® Exam content, study materials, testing center information, sample exam questions, and more.
CRNI® Exam Outline
The Detailed Content Outline, also available in the CRNI® Exam Handbook, provides an outline of the information that the CRNI® exam will test, broken down by content area. Each content area is assigned a number of questions indicating how the topic area is weighted on the exam to help you tailor your study. You will want to familiarize yourself with all three core areas listed. INCC encourages all applicants to complete a self-assessment using the Detailed Content Outline to identify areas of strengths and weaknesses to identify areas you may need to review or focus on.
CRNI® Exam References and Abbreviations
Another valuable source of information is the Approved CRNI® Exam Reference List. This list of references is used by the CRNI® Exam item writers to validate the correct answers to the exam questions. CRNI® Exam candidates should not feel like they must read all of the approved references. After carefully reviewing the Detailed Content Outline, and completing a self-assessment, candidates are encouraged to identify additional references to supplement their study.
You may also wish to familiarize yourself with the Approved CRNI® Exam Abbreviation List. On this list you will find the abbreviations approved by INCC for use on CRNI® Exam items. Any abbreviation appearing on this list will be presented without reference to the full term. Other abbreviations which may appear on the CRNI® exam not on this list will appear in parenthesis following the term listed in full.
INS Study Resources
Your choice depends on your learning style and knowledge base. The following is a comprehensive list of study aids that many candidates have used to prepare for the CRNI® exam. For product details visit the INS Store.
- The CRNI® Study Guide and Practice Questions
- The Core Curriculum for Infusion Nursing, 5th edition
- The Infusion Therapy Standards of Practice, 9th Edition
- Policies and Procedures for Infusion Therapy: Acute Care, 7th edition
- Policies and Procedures for Infusion Therapy: Ambulatory Infusion Centers, 3rd edition
- Policies and Procedures for Infusion Therapy: Home Infusion, 3rd edition
- Policies and Procedures for Infusion Therapy: Neonate to Adolescent, 4thedition
- Policies and Procedures for Infusion Therapy of the Older Adult, 5th edition
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CRNI® Exam Prep Course
CRNI® Academy combines information from four CRNI® study resources (Core Curriculum for Infusion Nursing, Infusion Therapy Standards of Practice, Infusion Nursing: An Evidence-Based Approach, and all 5 Policies and Procedures for Infusion Therapy), into one comprehensive, online study tool. It also includes sample exam questions, flashcards, a personalized study plan, and intelligent gamification tools to help you prepare for the CRNI® exam.
Additionally, various organizations may offer CRNI® review courses. Your local INS chapter is an alternative source of information on any local review courses. INCC does not endorse or sponsor any review courses for the CRNI® exam. INCC is not responsible for misinformation provided by Review Courses.
CRNI® Exam Study Guide and Practice Questions
The comprehensive CRNI® Study Guide includes 125 sample questions, answers and rationales that will help prepare candidates for the CRNI® Exam. This guide provides insight into the structure and content of the exam. It is an essential resource for those looking to earn the prestigious CRNI® credential.
- Member price: $30
- Non-Member price: $40
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