The comprehensive, authoritative study guide for the CHPN® certification exam! This must-have study guide for nurses seeking to obtain Certified Hospice and Palliative Nurse (CHPN®) status provides state-of-the-art information about all aspects of this specialty. It features carefully selected Q&As that offer a detailed rationale for each question, tips and strategies to promote exam mastery, and frequently asked questions about the exam. Questions are arranged in chapters to mirror the exam blueprint so that the number of questions for each category correlates with the exam matrix. Case-based scenarios embodied within the questions facilitate the application of knowledge in a problem-solving format. A complete practice exam is included as well. Brief topical reviews address hospice and palliative care nursing practice in all of its dimensions, including physical, spiritual, and psychosocial. This resource highlights information that forms the basis of end-of-life care, such as communication and family-centered care. Additionally, high-level skills used by hospice and palliative care nurses, such as drug and dosage conversion and the use of infusion therapy, are covered. KEY FEATURES ¿ Provides concise, up-to-date knowledge on all aspects of the specialty ¿ Over 150 Q&As spread throughout the text to reinforce content review as you study ¿ Provides a final comprehensive practice exam that offers 150 Q&As that mirror the exam format, with answers and detailed rationales The Hospice and Palliative Credentialing Center (HPCC®) is the sole owner of the Certified Hospice and Palliative Nurse (CHPN®) certification program. HPCC does not endorse any CHPN certification exam review resources or have a proprietary relationship with Springer Publishing Company. Direct permission requests to LeonardM@hpna.org.