OCN Trivia Flashcards
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Which organization administers the OCN certification examination?
Answer: Oncology Nursing Certification Corporation
The Oncology Nursing Certification Corporation (ONCC) is the body responsible for administering the OCN and other oncology nursing credentials.
What is the recommended minimum hours of oncology nursing practice required before sitting for the OCN exam?
Answer: 1,000 hours
Candidates must have a minimum of 1,000 hours of oncology nursing practice within the past 2.5 years to be eligible for the OCN exam.
The OCN certification must be renewed how often?
Answer: Every 4 years
OCN certification is valid for 4 years and must be renewed through continuing education or retesting.
Which domain represents the largest portion of the OCN exam blueprint?
Answer: Symptom Management
Symptom Management consistently represents the largest percentage of questions on the OCN exam blueprint.
A nurse with an active OCN credential who allows it to lapse must do which of the following to regain the credential?
Answer: Retest by examination
A lapsed OCN credential cannot be reinstated through CE hours; the nurse must retake and pass the OCN examination.
The acronym ONS stands for which professional organization closely associated with the OCN credential?
Answer: Oncology Nursing Society
ONS, the Oncology Nursing Society, is the professional organization that promotes oncology nursing excellence and is affiliated with ONCC.
Which of the following best describes the purpose of the OCN certification?
Answer: To validate specialized knowledge in oncology nursing practice
The OCN credential validates that a nurse has demonstrated specialized knowledge and expertise in oncology nursing practice.
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