PED-BC Exam Preparation

PED-BC Exam Preparation and Resources

The ANCC provides a list of suggested references to assist candidates preparing for the Pediatric Nursing Certification (PED-BC®) certification exam. These resources include core textbooks and clinical guidelines in pediatric nursing, addressing important topics such as child growth and development, pediatric assessments, acute and chronic illnesses, and family-centered care.

At BoardCerts, we combine these recommended references with the ANCC exam blueprint to develop our PED-BC question bank, ensuring practice questions are accurate, relevant, and aligned with the core competencies required in pediatric nursing.

Key Concepts on PED-BC Exam

Exam Categories: Percentage Distribution

Exam Blueprint Focus Areas

Area of Focus	Topics	Percent of Questions
Assessment and Diagnosis	Pediatric assessment tools and techniques (vital signs, growth charts, developmental milestones) Pathophysiology of common childhood diseases and congenital conditions Pharmacology basics (immunizations, side effects, patient teaching) Diagnostic tests and screenings Cultural and family considerations in care	42%
Planning and Implementation	Evidence-based interventions and quality improvement measures Patient safety and risk-reduction strategies (infection prevention, de-escalation, prioritization) Medication administration and treatment interactions Care coordination and outcome planning Legal and ethical considerations (consent, HIPAA, professional role)	31%
Evaluation	Family dynamics and patient response to illness Chronic disease management (asthma, diabetes, obesity) Health promotion (nutrition, physical activity) Expected outcomes and re-assessment Therapeutic communication and teaching strategies	27%

PED-BC Exam Resources

American Heart Association. PALS: Pediatric Advanced Life Support Provider Manual. Dallas, TX: American Heart Association; 2020.

American Nurses Association, National Association of Pediatric Nurse Practitioners, Society of Pediatric Nurses. Pediatric Nursing: Scope and Standards of Practice. 2nd ed. Silver Spring, MD: American Nurses Association; 2015.

Ball JW, Bindler RC, Cowen KJ. Child Health Nursing: Partnering with Children and Families. Update, 3rd ed. East Rutherford, NJ: Prentice Hall; 2018.

Fischbach FT, Fischbach MA. Fischbach’s A Manual of Laboratory and Diagnostic Tests. 11th ed. Philadelphia, PA: Wolters Kluwer; 2022.

Hockenberry MJ, Wilson D, Rodgers CC. Wong’s Nursing Care of Infants and Children. 12th ed. Maryland Heights, MO: Elsevier; 2023.

Huber DL. Leadership and Nursing Care Management. 7th ed. Maryland Heights, MO: Elsevier; 2021.

The Johns Hopkins Hospital, Kleinman K, McDaniel L, Molloy M. The Harriet Lane Handbook: A Manual for Pediatric House Officers. 22nd ed. Maryland Heights, MO: Elsevier; 2020.

The Joint Commission. Hospital National Patient Safety Goals. Oakbrook Terrace, IL: Joint Commission Resources; 2024.

Wolters Kluwer. Nursing 2024 Drug Handbook. 44th ed. Philadelphia, PA: Wolters Kluwer; 2023.

BoardCerts PED-BC Resources

The BoardCerts PED-BC question bank is expertly crafted to align with the official exam blueprint, helping you concentrate on the most relevant topics for success. Additionally, you can earn continuing education hours while enhancing your knowledge and test readiness.

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