MEDSURG-BC Exam Preparation

MEDSURG-BC Preparation and Resources

The certifying organizations for the MEDSURG-BC exam provides a list of recommended references to support candidates in their preparation. These include key textbooks and study materials that offer valuable insights into medical-surgical nursing.

At BoardCerts, our question banks are carefully crafted based on these recommended resources and the exam blueprints. This ensures that our practice questions are accurate, relevant, and aligned with the core competencies of medical-surgical nursing, helping candidates prepare effectively and confidently.

MEDSURG-BC

Exam Categories: Percentage Distribution

MEDSURG-BC Blueprint and Focus Areas

Area of Focus	Subtopics	Number of Questions	Percent of Exam
Assessment and Diagnosis	Health History Collection: Gathering comprehensive patient histories, including psychosocial aspects. Physical Assessment: Conducting thorough evaluations, such as vital signs and disease process assessments. Psychosocial Assessment: Evaluating developmental stages, assessing for suicide risk, and identifying substance use disorders. Cognitive Assessment: Assessing neurological status and identifying cognitive impairments. Diagnostic and Laboratory Testing: Preparing patients for tests, interpreting results, and considering medication implications. Nursing Diagnosis Identification and Prioritization: Formulating and prioritizing nursing diagnoses based on assessment data.	49	39%
Planning, Implementation, and Evaluation	Nursing Care Planning: Developing, modifying, and evaluating individualized care plans. Postoperative Complication Prevention and Management: Preventing and managing issues like bleeding, infection, and emboli. Patient Teaching: Assessing learning preferences, identifying barriers, and evaluating the effectiveness of education. Education Topics: Covering self-management, acute and chronic conditions, and population-specific education. Patient Safety Measures: Implementing screening tools, infection prevention strategies, and proper use of medical equipment. Non-Pharmacologic Treatments: Utilizing complementary therapies and diversionary activities. Medication Interactions and Adverse Effects: Managing pain, addressing polypharmacy, and understanding drug interactions. Health and Wellness Promotion: Encouraging screenings, vaccinations, and healthy lifestyle modifications.	50	40%
Professional Role	Therapeutic Communication: Engaging in patient and family-centered care with cultural competence. Interdisciplinary Healthcare Team Collaboration: Effectively delegating tasks and consulting with other healthcare professionals. Nursing Ethics: Advocating for patients and upholding ethical standards. Evidence-Based Practice: Educating others and supporting practice with current research.	26	21%

Resources for MEDSURG-BC

The BoardCerts MEDSURG-BC Question Bank is expertly crafted to align with the official exam blueprint, helping each individual concentrate on the most relevant topics for success.

In addition, the exam candidate handbook from ANCC lists the following resources as additional possible material to support preparation for MEDSURG-BC:

American Nurses Association. Nursing: Scope and Standards of Practice. 4th ed. 2021.
Arnold EC, Underman Boggs K. Interpersonal Relationships: Professional Communication Skills for Nurses. 8th ed. 2020.
Bickley LS, et al. Bates’ Guide to Physical Examination and History Taking. 13th ed. 2021.
Butts JB, Rich KL. Nursing Ethics: Across the Curriculum and Into Practice. 6th ed. 2023.
Doenges ME, et al. Nursing Care Plans: Guidelines for Individualizing Client Care Across the Life Span. 10th ed. 2019.
Harding MM, et al. Lewis's Medical-Surgical Nursing: Assessment and Management of Clinical Problems. 12th ed. 2023.
Hinkle JL, Cheever KH, Overbaugh K. Brunner & Suddarth’s Textbook of Medical-Surgical Nursing. 15th ed. 2021.
Huber DL. Leadership and Nursing Care Management. 7th ed. 2021.
Ignatavicius DD, et al. Medical-Surgical Nursing: Concepts for Clinical Judgment and Collaborative Care. 11th ed. 2023.
Lippincott Williams & Wilkins. Nursing 2024 Drug Handbook. 44th ed. 2023.
Lindquist R, et al., eds. Complementary Therapies in Nursing: Promoting Integrative Care. 9th ed. 2022.
Polit DF, Beck CT. Nursing Research: Generating and Assessing Evidence for Nursing Practice. 11th ed. 2020.
Taylor CR, et al. Fundamentals of Nursing: The Art and Science of Person-Centered Care. 10th ed. 2022.

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The BoardCerts MEDSURG-BC question bank is meticulously designed to align with the official exam blueprint, ensuring you focus on the most relevant material for success.

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