CPEN · Content Area
Medical and Communicable Disease
Medical and Communicable Disease is a content area on the BCEN Certified Pediatric Emergency Nurse (CPEN), administered by BCEN. It falls under the Nursing & Nursing School category.
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| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Domain | Medical and Communicable Disease |
| Exam | BCEN Certified Pediatric Emergency Nurse (CPEN) |
| Domain Weight | , |
| Governing Body | BCEN |
| Available in App | Nursing Specialty Exam Prep |
| Official Source | BCEN official website ↗ |
CPEN Medical and Communicable Disease: FAQ
How much of the CPEN covers Medical and Communicable Disease?
Medical and Communicable Disease is one of 5 content areas tested on the CPEN, which contains 175 questions total. BCEN does not publish specific domain weightings for this exam, but Medical and Communicable Disease appears in the official exam objectives. The C3RT app covers all 5 content areas.
What is the CPEN exam format and how does Medical and Communicable Disease fit in?
The CPEN has 5 content areas across 175 questions in 3 hours, with a passing score of 110 of 150 scored items correct. Medical and Communicable Disease is content area 4 of 5. The other content areas are Cardiovascular and Respiratory Emergencies, Neurological Emergencies, Trauma Emergencies, Psychosocial and Family-Centered Care.
How do I study for the Medical and Communicable Disease section of the CPEN?
Targeted practice by content area is the most effective approach. The C3RT Nursing Specialty Exam Prep app for iOS and Mac tags every practice question by content area, so you can isolate Medical and Communicable Disease questions, track your accuracy, and focus study time on your weak spots. Combine focused practice sets with full-length timed mock exams as your test date approaches.
How many questions are on the CPEN and what is the passing score?
The CPEN consists of 175 questions in 3 hours, with a passing score of 110 of 150 scored items correct. It is administered by BCEN and the exam fee is $285 ENA member / $380 non-member. The C3RT app includes full-length practice exams that mirror the real format across all 5 content areas.
Where can I find official BCEN resources for Medical and Communicable Disease?
The official source for CPEN content outlines and study resources is the BCEN website. The exam blueprint, which details all content areas including Medical and Communicable Disease, is published there. C3RT is not affiliated with BCEN. It is a third-party practice platform that supplements official materials with 175+ practice questions, flashcards, and study tools across all 5 content areas.
Medical and Communicable Disease is a content area on the BCEN Certified Pediatric Emergency Nurse (CPEN), a Nursing & Nursing School exam administered by BCEN. C3RT is not affiliated with BCEN. Certification names and trademarks are the property of their respective organisations. Official exam information is available at the BCEN website.