Hospice and Palliative Care Review Exam Prep - A Review Course By Board Mastery
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Welcome to the ACHPN Hospice and Palliative Board Review Course, designed to elevate your expertise and enhance your skills in the field of palliative care

ACHPN® Hospice and Palliative Board Review Course with Continuing Education Hours

About the ACHPN® Review Course

Our comprehensive board review course is tailored for nurse practitioners and APRNs seeking certification as Advanced Certified Hospice and Palliative Nurses (ACHPN). However, any individual interested in hospice and palliative care will find it useful. This program will delve into key concepts, evidence-based practices, and advanced clinical knowledge to ensure you are well- prepared for the board exam. The course and question bank offer a combined 59 continuing education hours which, includes 21 pharmacology hours. 

People enrolled in our ACHPN® exam preparation course.

ACHPN® Course Highlights

  • Expert Faculty: Learn from seasoned professionals and experts in the field of hospice and palliative care.
  • Comprehensive Content: Dive into in-depth discussions covering a wide range of topics, from symptom management to ethical considerations.
  • Interactive Learning: Engage in case studies, interactive sessions, and discussions to apply theoretical knowledge to real-world scenarios.
  • Board Exam Strategies: Receive valuable insights and strategies to approach the ACHPN board exam with confidence.

Why Choose Our Course

Nurse Practitioners

Tailored for APRNs

This course is specifically designed to meet the unique needs and challenges faced by advanced practice registered nurses (APRNs) in palliative care.

Achpn course content

Up-to-Date Content

Stay current with the latest research, guidelines, and best practices in hospice and palliative care.

Networking Opportunities

Networking Opportunities

Connect with peers, share experiences, and build a professional network that extends beyond the course.

ACHPN® Exam Preparation course accessible on laptop, tablet, and smartphone

Accessible on Any Device

Our ACHPN® Exam Preparation course is designed responsively and is mobile-friendly, allowing you to study on the go. Accessible on both iOS and Android devices, our platform seamlessly adjusts to your mobile screen, ensuring your preparation isn't restricted by location. This empowers you to study whenever and wherever you find convenient.

ACHPN® Guarantee and Course Highlights

  • 7-Day Free Trial: Experience Course Risk-Free. Embark on your journey to ACHPN certification with confidence. We offer an exclusive 7-day free trial, allowing you to explore the depth and quality of our ACHPN Hospice and Palliative Board Review Course. Immerse yourself in our expertly crafted content, engage in interactive sessions, and experience the difference that sets us apart.
  • 1,400+ Questions Included with Purchase: Supercharge your preparation with our extensive bank of 1,400+ practice questions. Crafted to mirror the complexity of the ACHPN board exam, these questions will hone your critical thinking and problem-solving skills. Elevate your confidence and readiness to face the exam with our meticulously designed practice materials.

Two Options to Study

Choose the path that's right for you

Achpn course information

Course + Question Bank

Immerse yourself in our ACHPN® Exam Prep course. This option includes 59 total hours of CE with 21 pharmacology hours. Complementing the lecture course is our question bank, which comprises 1,400+ questions with detailed explanations and citations. This package offers the most comprehensive and flexible preparation package for success on the ACHPN® exam.

Achpn course Question Bank

Question Bank Only

Features an expansive question bank of 1,400+ meticulously crafted questions spanning diverse topics that follows the exam blueprint. Valuable insights are offered with explanations and citations for both correct and incorrect answers, fostering a profound understanding of essential concepts. With a generous 6-month unlimited access period, you have ample time to delve into the intricacies of the material.

100% money back guarantee

7-Day Trial with 100% Money Back

We are committed to your success. That's why we offer a 7-day free trial so you can explore the ACHPN Hospice and Palliative Board Review Course with confidence.

Our Promise to You

  • Everything Needed to Pass: Our course provides comprehensive coverage of the ACHPN board exam content, designed and curated by expert faculty to align with the exam blueprint.
  • Pass Assurance: If you don't pass on your first attempt, you'll receive an additional 6 months of access absolutely free.
  • First-Time Success: We are confident that our course equips you with the knowledge and skills necessary to pass the boards on your first attempt.
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Lectures from Expert Faculty

Benefit from in-depth lectures delivered by our renowned expert faculty. These sessions cover a spectrum of topics and closely follows the ACHPN® exam content outline and blueprint published by the Hospice & Palliative Credentialing Center (HPCC).

Assessment and Data Collection for Achpn Board Review Course

SECTION 1: Assessment and Data Collection

  • Medical history and review of systems
  • Physical examination
  • Functional assessment
  • Psychosocial and spiritual assessment
  • Standardized assessment and prognostic tools
  • Signs and symptoms of serious illness
  • Advance care planning
  • Disease progression and prognostication
  • Signs of imminent death
  • Unique needs of specific populations
Intervention and Management for Achpn Board Review Course

SECTION 2: Intervention and Management

  • Diagnostic tests and procedures
  • Pharmacologic therapies
  • Non-pharmacologic interventions
  • Complementary and alternative interventions
  • Disease process and plan of care
  • Hospice and palliative care emergencies
  • Palliative sedation
  • Life support devices
Education and Communication for palliative care certification

SECTION 3: Education and Communication

  • Age-appropriate teaching methods
  • Communication theory and principles within the context of hospice and palliative care
  • Strategies to overcome communication barriers
  • Cultural and spiritual competence
  • Grief, loss, and bereavement
Professionalism and Practice for palliative care certification

SECTION 4: Professionalism and Practice

  • Principles of biomedical ethics
  • Professional boundaries Scope of practice
  • Opioid stewardship
  • National hospice and palliative care standards and guidelines
  • Self-care (burnout, compassion fatigue, moral distress)
  • Clinical decision making
  • Continuous quality improvement
  • Hospice criteria
  • Professional development
Symptom Management for hospice and palliative care nurse certification programs

SECTION 5: Symptom Management

  • Pain
  • Dyspnea
  • Constipation
  • Nausea and vomiting
  • Fatigue
  • Insomnia
  • Delirium
  • Anorexia and cachexia
  • Symptoms at end of life
Systems for hospice and palliative care nurse certification programs

SECTION 6: Systems

  • Endocrine disorders
  • Neurological disorders
  • Cardiac disorders
  • Pulmonary disorders
  • Gastrointestinal disorders
  • Renal disorders
  • Hepatic disorders
  • Integumentary disorders
  • Neoplastic conditions