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The CHPPN exam has 150 questions and runs 3 hours.
These 10 free CHPPN questions are organized by exam domain, so you can see how each part of the Certified Hospice and Palliative Pediatric Nurse blueprint is tested. Reveal the answer and explanation under each question.
A child with a life-limiting condition and the parents disagree about a burdensome hospitalization. What is the nurse's best initial action?
Correct answer: B - Explore goals, values, and concerns with the child, family, and team
A nonverbal 3-year-old grimaces and withdraws during repositioning. Which assessment is most appropriate?
Correct answer: A - Use a validated behavioral pain scale
After an opioid dose increase, a child is sleepier but comfortable with baseline respirations. What should the nurse do first?
Correct answer: C - Assess opioid effects and continue monitoring
A child with Duchenne muscular dystrophy develops morning headaches and fatigue. Which complication is most likely?
Correct answer: A - Respiratory muscle weakness with hypoventilation
A child with congenital heart disease has new tachypnea and feeding intolerance. What is the priority?
Correct answer: B - Assess for worsening cardiopulmonary symptoms
A caregiver fears making medication errors at home. Which response best supports family-centered care?
Correct answer: B - Use teach-back and assess caregiver confidence
A family wants to create lasting memories during end-of-life care. Which intervention is appropriate?
Correct answer: A - Support legacy-building activities based on family wishes
A nurse finds opioid medication stored where siblings can access it. What is the best response?
Correct answer: D - Teach safe storage and assess barriers
Which situation represents a professional boundary concern?
Correct answer: B - Giving a family a personal loan
A nurse selects the wrong medication because two labels look similar despite following the workflow. What response supports safety?
Correct answer: A - Improve the system and reduce error risk
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