American Board of Perianesthesia Nursing Certification, Inc.

Home
United States
New York, NY
American Board of Perianesthesia Nursing Certification, Inc.

The American Board of Perianesthesia Nursing Certification, Inc.

ABPANC provides CPAN® and CAPA® Certification for perianesthesia nurses.

CPAN stands for Certified Post Anesthesia Nurse and CAPA stands for Certified Ambulatory Perianesthesia Nurse. These certifications are designed for registered nurses caring for patients who have experienced sedation, analgesia and anesthesia.

08/20/2025

ABPANC Question of the Week- Submit your answer in the comments and use the link below to find the correct answer and additional study questions!

A patient routinely taking a thiazide diuretic is at increased risk for:

A. hypokalemia.
B. hyperkalemia.
C. hypocalcemia.
D. hypercalcemia.

https://www.cpancapa.org/exam-prep/question-of-the-week

08/19/2025

We’re excited to announce ABPANC’s Excellence in Perianesthesia Nursing Leadership Award — celebrating CPAN® and CAPA® certified nurse leaders who go above and beyond for their patients, teams, and communities.

Know a Charge Nurse, Manager, Educator, or Director who:
✅ Leads with compassion
✅ Drives innovation and positive change
✅ Advocates for nurses and communities

They could receive:
- Recertification scholarship
- $350 cash award
- Recognition at the national ABPANC Celebration Event
- Certification voucher for their unit

Plus — YOU get $100 for nominating them!

Nominate by Feb. 15: https://www.cpancapa.org/get-involved/awards/excellence-in-perianesthesia-nursing-leadership-award/

Tag a nurse leader who deserves the spotlight!

08/17/2025

Achieving board certification demonstrates to patients, employers, and the public that a nurse’s knowledge reflects national standards and a deep commitment to patient safety. But it's more than that, too. Why did YOU get Certified? Tell us in the comments!

08/15/2025

There's still plenty of time to register to take the CPAN or CAPA exams and to prepare. Follow ABPANC's 12-week study guide and check out our other exam prep resources (like flashcards and practice exams) to ensure you're ready to test before November 15!

08/14/2025

View all of the requirements and apply for the CPAN Exam for International Nurses online here: https://buff.ly/3TEWTQq

Pathway to Certification:
1. Apply for license equivalency verification through QC or TruMerit (formerly CGFNS)
2. Create a profile on Learning Builder (https://buff.ly/3PBQdjn )
3. Review the 12-week Study Guide and Test Blueprints
4. STUDY!
5. Register to take your exam at one of our testing sites (contact abpanc@cpancapa.org to find a site near you!) or through remote proctoring before 15 September!

08/13/2025

ABPANC Question of the Week- Submit your answer in the comments and use the link below to find the correct answer and additional study questions!

Based on the Surgical Care Improvement Project protocol, perioperative use of which class of medication is associated with decreased morbidity and mortality in vascular surgery patients?

A. Calcium channel blockers
B. Diuretics
C. Anxiolytics
D. Beta blockers

https://www.cpancapa.org/exam-prep/question-of-the-week

08/12/2025

The Certification Achievement Award recognizes departments that have achieved a level of certification with at least 75% or 100% of eligible perianesthesia nurses having earned the CPAN and/or CAPA certification. Get the recognition your department has earned by applying online today! https://buff.ly/3SojcbW

ABPANC offers a number of awards to individuals and to units. Check out all of our awards at https://buff.ly/40o6hJi.

08/11/2025

Recertifying this window? Enter your continuing education/contact hours as you earn them to make the recertification process easier. You'll thank yourself for this on October 31! https://cpancapa.learningbuilder.com/account/login/

08/06/2025

ABPANC Question of the Week- Submit your answer in the comments and use the link below to find the correct answer and additional study questions!

When nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs are administered to patients with kidney disease, decreased clearance can occur in cases of:

A. vascular disease.
B. adrenal insufficiency.
C. renal insufficiency.
D. diabetes mellitus.

https://www.cpancapa.org/exam-prep/question-of-the-week

08/05/2025

Apply today for a Scholarship for the March-May 2026 Exam or Recertification window.
Each application is reviewed by our Awards Committee, who look for complete & thoughtful responses that exemplify the applicant's desire and experience. Deadline is November 30 https://buff.ly/3PmdKUq

08/04/2025

There's still plenty of time to register to take prepare to take the CPAN or CAPA exams. Follow ABPANC's 12-week study guide and check out our other exam prep resources (like flashcards and practice exams) to ensure you're ready to test before November 15!

07/31/2025

ABPANC Question of the Week- Submit your answer in the comments and use the link below to find the correct answer and additional study questions!

A patient in the PACU develops acute anaphylactic shock. In addition to initiating O2, the perianesthesia nurse anticipates administering:

A. fluids and epinephrine.
B. steroids and dobutamine.
C. norepinephrine and fluids.
D. plasma protein fraction and beta blockers.

https://www.cpancapa.org/exam-prep/question-of-the-week

Address

1133 Broadway, Suite 715
New York, NY
10010

Telephone

+13477087975

Website

http://www.cpancapa.org/

Alerts

Be the first to know and let us send you an email when American Board of Perianesthesia Nursing Certification, Inc. posts news and promotions. Your email address will not be used for any other purpose, and you can unsubscribe at any time.

Contact The Practice

Send a message to American Board of Perianesthesia Nursing Certification, Inc.:

Featured

Magnus Wellness
16 E 40th Street, Fl 4

Want your practice to be the top-listed Clinic in New York?