Paul Sarkissian | BSN, RN, CPAN

My Certification Story

Grateful for achieving this milestone in my career because this solidifies me as the first certified nurse in my perioperative department. I have studied for this exam for about 2 months relying heavenly on the ABPANC paid test banks and studied from the online perioperative study module (paid as well). Always practice on filling MCQs to keep that brain sparking and that critical thinking going. In addition, always know the rationale behind the answer whether you answered correctly or not. The exam itself was not bad but it’s exhausting because at the end of the day, you just finished a 185 mcq exam so give yourself a pat on the back. My advice, go for it, be different, be unique.

My Study Strategies

I got the flashcards and studied through the learning builder test blue prints.

My Benefits

My knowledge definitely makes me confident on how to deal with my patients daily with optimum quality.

My Advice

It is okay to not pass, i know it is frustrating, but just be resilient and be proactive.