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Exam Sections Covered in BoardCerts NCSN® Question Bank

Comprehensive coverage of all exam domains with detailed topic breakdowns to ensure your success.

Health Appraisal and Nursing Process

Key topics and concepts covered in this module

Physical Health
Psychosocial Health
Mental and Behavioral Health
Growth and Development
Review of Systems
Emergency Care
Acute and Chronic Conditions
Communicable Diseases
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Health Promotion/Disease Prevention

Key topics and concepts covered in this module

Immunizations
Risk Reduction
Infection Prevention
Health Education for Students, Families, Staff, and Stakeholders
Community Health Needs, Resources, and Partnerships
Cultural Considerations
Environmental Concerns
Safety Education
Emergency Response Planning
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School Health Practice Considerations

Key topics and concepts covered in this module

Abuse and Neglect (e.g., identification, mandated reporting)
Gender Identity and Sexual Orientation
Substance Use, Abuse, and Addiction
Medical and Assistive Technology
Homelessness/Poverty (e.g., McKinney-Vento Homeless Assistance Act, food insecurity)
Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (Individualized Education Plan)
Americans with Disabilities Act (Section 504 Plan)
Individualized Healthcare Plans and Emergency Action Plans
Resources/Referrals
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Professional Responsibility

Key topics and concepts covered in this module

Code of Ethics (ANA/NASN)
Nurse Practice Act/Licensure/Certification/Scope and Standards of Practice
Supervision, Delegation, and Evaluation of Licensed and Unlicensed Staff
Leadership (e.g., mentoring, orienting, advocating)
Student Health Record Management
Medication Protocols and Procedures
Treatment Protocols and Procedures
Confidentiality (e.g., HIPAA, FERPA)
Local Policy, State, and Federal Laws
Data Collection, Analysis, and Reporting
Research and Evidence-Based Practice
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