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 Nurse – Board Certified exam (PED-BC®). 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

PED-BC 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

PALS: Pediatric Advanced Life Support Provider Manual, American Heart Association, 2020, American Heart Association.
Pediatric Nursing: Scope and Standards of Practice, American Nurses Association, National Association of Pediatric Nurse Practitioners, Society of Pediatric Nurses, 2015, American Nurses Association.
Child Health Nursing: Partnering with Children and Families, J.W. Ball, R.C. Bindler, K.J. Cowen, 2018, Prentice Hall.
Fischbach’s A Manual of Laboratory and Diagnostic Tests, F.T. Fischbach, M.A. Fischbach, 2022, Wolters Kluwer.
Wong’s Nursing Care of Infants and Children, M.J. Hockenberry, D. Wilson, C.C. Rodgers, 2023, Elsevier.
Leadership and Nursing Care Management, D.L. Huber, 2021, Elsevier.
The Harriet Lane Handbook: A Manual for Pediatric House Officers, The Johns Hopkins Hospital, K. Kleinman, L. McDaniel, M. Molloy, 2020, Elsevier.
Hospital National Patient Safety Goals, The Joint Commission, 2024, Joint Commission Resources.
Nursing 2024 Drug Handbook, Wolters Kluwer, 2023, Wolters Kluwer.

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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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