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In Partnership With Laura Gasparis Vonfrolio RN,Ph

Comprehensive CEN® Review Course + Qbank

Pass your exam and elevate your career with our 15 hour video CEN® review taught by real practicing nurses. The content, the questions, the study tools you need to pass!

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Instructors:
Michael Isaacs MSN RN CEN TCRN
Jasmine Mitchell, MS, BSN, RN, NPD-BC, CEN
Dr. Rebecca Leach, DNP, RN, CEN

Length: 15 hours (112 lessons)
Questions: 920 practice questions

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15 Hours of CEN Review Videos

15 total hours of CEN video lecture (with accompanying outlines), covering the entire CEN test plan broken down into 112 digestible video lessons.

920 Practice Questions

Test your knowlege with high yield CEN practice questions written by Laura Gasparis Vonfrolio RN, PhD.

90 Day Access

90 full days of unlimited access after purchase so you have plenty of time to review.

Condensed CEN Lesson Notes

Download and print formatted PDF lesson notes prepared by practicing nurses.

Printable Nursing Cheatsheets

High-yield, color-coded, nursing cheatsheets attached to each lesson. Download and print for quick reference.

100% Online

Study from the comfort of your home (or mobile phone) on your schedule. No need to attend an expensive review course or travel. With this fully digital review - success is literally in the palm of your hand.

CEN Course Syllabus

112 HD video lessons (15 hours) covering the entire current CEN test plan taught by the most respected CEN educators and delivered by the renowned NURSING.com platform PLUS downloadable PDF emergency nursing cheatsheets. Click below to view lesson:

Cardiovascular Emergencies
  • Pericardial tamponade
    Acute coronary syndrome
    Aneurysm and dissection
    Cardiopulmonary arrest
    Dysrhythmias
    Heart failure
    Thromboembolic disease (e.g., deep vein thrombosis [DVT])
    Cardiogenic shock and obstructive shock
    Endocarditis
    Hypertension
    Cardiovascular trauma
Environment /Toxicology Emergencies/Communicable Diseases

C. Difficile
Vaccine-preventable diseases (e.g., measles, mumps, pertussis, chicken pox, diphtheria)
Influenza
Hemorrhagic fevers
Burns
Multi-drug resistant organisms (e.g., MRSA, VRE)
Tuberculosis
Envenomation emergencies
Temperature-related emergencies

Gastrointestinal/Genitourinary/Gynecology/Obstetrical Emergencies

Appendicitis
Peritonitis
Cholecystitis
Cirrhosis
Genitourinary infections
Urinary retention
Gynecological infections
Abruptio placenta
Ectopic pregnancy
Hemorrhage (e.g., postpartum bleeding)
Neonatal resuscitation
Pancreatitis
Genitourinary trauma
Gynecological trauma
Hyperemesis gravidarum
Preeclampsia, eclampsia, and HELLP syndrome
Preterm labor
Obstetric trauma
Acute abdomen
Bowel perforation
Bleeding
Diverticulitis
Esophageal varices
Hepatitis
Intussusception
Gastrointestinal trauma
Obstructions
Renal calculi
Ovarian disorders (e.g., cyst, torsion, rupture)
Sexual assault and battery
Emergent delivery
Placenta previa
Threatened/spontaneous abortion

Maxillofacial and Ocular Emergencies

Increased intraocular pressure
Ocular infections (e.g., conjunctivitis, iritis)
Maxillofacial trauma
Retinal detachment
Retinal artery occlusion

Medical Emergencies

Allergic reactions and anaphylaxis
Hematologic disorders
Electrolyte and fluid imbalance
Endocrine disorders
Renal failure
Sepsis

Immunocompromise (e.g., HIV/AIDS, oncology/chemotherapy, transplant patient)
Hypovolemic and distributive shock

Mental Health Emergencies

Anxiety disorders (e.g., PTSD, anxiety, panic attack)
Mood disorders (e.g., bipolar, depression)
Homicidal and Suicidal ideation
Thought disorders (e.g., psychosis, schizophrenia)

Musculoskeletal and Wound Emergencies

Amputation
Compartment syndrome
Avulsions and degloving injuries
Penetrating injuries (e.g., guns, nail guns)
Wound bleeding (e.g., uncontrolled external hemorrhage)
Fractures (e.g., open, closed, fat embolus)
Wound infections
Injection injuries (e.g., grease gun, paint gun)
Lacerations

Neurological Emergencies

Increased intracranial pressure (ICP)
Meningitis
Seizure disorders
Head and spinal cord trauma
Stroke
Neurological disorders (e.g., multiple sclerosis, myasthenia gravis, Guillain-Barré syndrome)
Transient ischemic attack (TIA)
Neurogenic shock

Professional Issues

Ethical dilemmas
Discharge planning
End-of-life and Palliative Care (e.g., organ and tissue donation, advance directives, care withholding, family presence)
Pain management and procedural sedation
Patient safety
Transfer and stabilization
Human trafficking
Patient satisfaction
Cultural considerations (e.g., interpretive services, privacy, decision making)
Abuse and neglect
Gender equity (e.g., inclusion, gender transition)
Delegation of tasks to assistive personnel
Patient consent for treatment
Risk management

Respiratory Emergencies

Pneumothorax
Respiratory distress syndrome
Aspiration
Asthma
Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD)
Pleural effusion
Pulmonary embolus
Noncardiac pulmonary edema
Pulmonary hypertension
Obstruction
Respiratory trauma

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Join the Ranks of Just 0.21% Nurses Worldwide Who Are CENs

Of the 20M+ nurses worldwide, just 41,000 hold the CEN certification - making them elite members of the emergency nursing team. Our CEN Review Course with concise - multimodal lessons taught by world-class practicing nurses is designed to help you join those exclusive ranks with confidence!

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Engaging and Concise Lessons From World-Class Practicing CEN Nurses

NURSING.com educators are masters in their craft and currently working on the floor, they use a mix of drawings, images, charts, and personal stories to help you prepare for your CEN exam.

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Jasmine Mitchell, MS, BSN, RN, NPD-BC, CEN

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Michael Isaacs MSN RN CEN TCRN

Dr. Rebecca Leach, DNP, RN, CEN​

Master Complex Emergency Nursing Topics With Visual Lectures and Colorful "Cheatsheets"

All lessons are concise for easy viewing and quick review. Each lesson includes a condensed (printable) outline and many include colorful nursing cheatsheets that cut the fluff around complicated critical care topics. You can even print these out and take them on the floor!

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Test Your Knowledge With High Yield CEN Practice Questions from Laura Gasparis Vonfrolio RN,Ph

We've partnered with the one and only Laura Gasparis RN, Ph on the most robust CEN practice question bank. This course includes 920 high-yield CEN practice questions with rationales.

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The "Old" Way

Boring textbooks and stale videos from untrusted resources - leaving you unsure if you can pass

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With NURSING.com

Clear instruction from the leading expert in CEN review delivered via a proven/visual platform - boosting your confidence

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  • 15 hours (112 lessons) of CEN review videos
  • 920 CEN practice questions
  • Colorful PDF nursing cheatsheets
  • 90 days unlimited access
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Is the CEN course a part of other NURSING.comm subscriptions?

The CEN course is not a part of other memberships, the only way to access the CEN Review Course is by purchasing the individual course itself.

We are so excited that Laura Gasparis Vonfrolio RN, PhD has agreed to partner with NURSING.com and help us be the BEST place to learn nursing.

Does this course offer CEUs?

While we don’t provide direct education credits, by simply becoming certified through the examination process (and passing), you can earn your CE credits in most states. Please check with your nursing regulatory board for more information.

What is the CEN and what does it mean for the ED or ICU nurse?

The CEN Examination ) is a credentialing examination. This is a specific credentialing exam that demonstrates expertise and proficiency in the field of critical care. It is specific to critical care nurses, and requires a certain amount of hours to be completed, directly caring for patients in the emergency department.

 

CEN proves proficiency/mastery in emergency  nursing. In the emergency department, the CEN (Certification of Emergency Nursing) is the equivalent certification, which we do not provide review for.

How do I access the course?

Complete access is provided immediately upon purchase and you can login via computer, laptop, tablet, or phone.  All content is available anywhere you. have internet access 24/7.  Once you purchase, you have 90 days of access.

Does this course include practice questions?

Yes, the CEN certification prep course currently includes over 920 high-yield practice questions.

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