American Board of Perianesthesia Nursing Certification, Inc.

American Board of Perianesthesia Nursing Certification, Inc. ABPANC develops, sponsors & manages the CPAN® & the CAPA® nursing certifications.

These professional certification programs are designed for RNs caring for patients who have experienced sedation, analgesia & anesthesia in a hospital and ASC setting. 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.

ABPANC Question of the Week- Submit your answer in the comments and use the link below to find the correct answer and ad...
08/26/2026

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!

Which of the following pre-existing conditions is associated with the highest risk of postoperative pulmonary complications?

A. Obesity
B. Diabetes
C. Malnutrition
D. COPD

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

08/25/2026

Study & Success Tuesday

There are about three weeks until the CPAN® and CAPA® testing window begins- now’s the time to turn your studying into a focused final plan.

For the weeks ahead:

1. Identify the topics that need the most attention
2. Schedule regular, manageable study sessions
3. Use practice questions to find, and work through, knowledge gaps
4. Build in time for review, not just new material
5. Protect the final few days for lighter review and rest

You don’t need to study everything again. Focus your time where it can make the biggest difference.

Find exam prep resources from ABPANC: https://www.cpancapa.org/exam-prep/

Did You Know? When you complete eligible courses and webinars through ABPANC Education, your earned contact hours are au...
08/24/2026

Did You Know?

When you complete eligible courses and webinars through ABPANC Education, your earned contact hours are automatically added to your LearningBuilder profile after course completion.

That means one less step when it’s time to recertify - no need to manually enter those ABPANC Education contact hours yourself.

Learn. Earn CE. And let us help make keeping track of it a little easier.

Explore ABPANC Education:

Recertification Reminder: Is 2026 Your Year?If you were first certified, or last recertified, by October 31, 2023, you a...
08/21/2026

Recertification Reminder: Is 2026 Your Year?

If you were first certified, or last recertified, by October 31, 2023, you are due to recertify this year.

Don’t wait until the deadline to get started! Review your contact hours, confirm your requirements, and submit your recertification application by October 31, 2026.

Keep your CPAN® and/or CAPA® certification current, and keep the credential you’ve worked hard to earn.

Get started: https://buff.ly/DSKJy7r

Your career may change. Your connection to certification doesn’t have to.If traditional CPAN® or CAPA® recertification n...
08/20/2026

Your career may change. Your connection to certification doesn’t have to.

If traditional CPAN® or CAPA® recertification no longer fits your current career or life circumstances, ABPANC offers several alternatives—including Inactive, Alumnus, and Retired status, as well as reinstatement for eligible certificants who missed their recertification deadline.

Each option is designed for a different situation, whether you’re temporarily unable to meet recertification requirements, moving away from perianesthesia nursing, or retiring from the specialty.

Explore your options and find the path that fits where you are now.

Learn more: https://www.cpancapa.org/recertify/recertification-alternatives/

ABPANC Question of the Week- Submit your answer in the comments and use the link below to find the correct answer and ad...
08/19/2026

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!

While assessing the patient in the PACU, the perianesthesia nurse is aware that a contributing factor to postoperative nausea and vomiting is:

A. use of regional anesthesia.
B. hypothermia.
C. current history of smoking.
D. inadequate hydration.


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08/18/2026

Study & Success Tuesday: Practice Your Pacing

Time management on exam day starts before exam day. As you study, practice answering questions at a steady pace so you get comfortable moving forward—even when a question feels challenging.

Keep an eye on the clock, avoid spending too much time on one question, and stay focused on what’s in front of you.

The goal isn’t to rush. It’s to use your time wisely.

08/17/2026

Practice exams help you check your knowledge, identify areas that need more attention, and get comfortable with exam-style questions.

For the most value, don’t just check your score. Review your answers, revisit weaker topics, and use what you learn to focus your next study session.

Learn more: https://buff.ly/psdOWNO

08/13/2026

Considering CPAN or CAPA Certification in the March - May 2027 testing window? Do you need to Recertify by April 30, 2027? You may be eligible for a Certification or Recertification Scholarship!

Get more information and apply here: https://buff.ly/3PmdKUq

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