ACNPC-AG Practice Test 2026 — Free ACNPC-AG Exam Prep Questions
The ACNPC-AG exam from AACN Certification Corporation is the entry-level board certification for adult-gerontology acute care nurse practitioners who manage acutely and critically ill adults. Our practice set follows AACN's test plan, which is built on the Synergy Model, with high-acuity clinical vignettes across cardiovascular, respiratory, multisystem and other body systems plus professional caring and ethical practice items.
An ACNP notes that catheter-associated urinary tract infections in the step-down unit have doubled over two quarters. A review shows many catheters remain in place days after the original indication resolved. Which system-level intervention is most likely to reduce CAUTI rates?
ACNPC-AG format, scoring & key facts
Facts last verified Oct 5, 2026. Source: www.aacn.org/~/media/aacn-website/certification/get-certified/handbooks/acnpcagexamhandbook.pdf. Always confirm details with AACN before your exam.
When can you take the ACNPC-AG?
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What the ACNPC-AG covers
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Domain distribution
% of the exam| Content domain | Weight | ≈ Questions on exam | Our practice questions |
|---|---|---|---|
CardiovascularClinical Judgment 1A: ACS, cardiac interventions, arrest, tamponade, cardiomyopathy, dysrhythmias, heart failure, hypertensive emergencies, vascular and aortic syndromes, mechanical support. | 15% | ~23 | 4 questions → |
RespiratoryClinical Judgment 2A: PE, pulmonary edema, ARDS, respiratory failure, air-leak syndromes, chronic lung disease, pneumonia and ventilator-associated events. | 11% | ~17 | 3 questions → |
Endocrine / Hematology / Gastrointestinal / Renal / IntegumentaryClinical Judgment 3A–3E: DKA/HHS, SIADH, thyroid and adrenal disorders; coagulopathies and oncologic emergencies; GI bleeding, liver disease, pancreatitis; AKI, electrolytes; skin and wound problems. | 20% | ~30 | 5 questions → |
Musculoskeletal / Neurology / PsychosocialClinical Judgment 4A–4C: rhabdomyolysis, fractures; stroke, seizures, TBI, intracranial hypertension; agitation, delirium, dementia, mood disorders. | 14% | ~21 | 4 questions → |
Factors Influencing Health Status / MultisystemClinical Judgment 5A–5B: advance care planning, prevention, nutrition, palliative care; acid-base, shock, sepsis, toxic ingestions, substance withdrawal, trauma, burns, MODS and end of life. | 19% | ~29 | 5 questions → |
Advocacy / Caring Practices / Response to Diversity / Facilitation of LearningProfessional Caring & Ethical Practice 6A–6D: moral agency, caring practices, diversity and patient/family education. | 10% | ~15 | 2 questions → |
Collaboration / Systems Thinking / Clinical InquiryProfessional Caring & Ethical Practice 7A–7C: interprofessional collaboration, care transitions and system resources, evidence appraisal and quality improvement. | 9% | ~14 | 2 questions → |
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ACNPC-AG FAQ
How many questions are on the ACNPC-AG?
The ACNPC-AG has 175 questions (150 of them scored) and you have 3 hours 30 minutes to finish. Question types: Multiple choice; 150 scored plus 25 unscored items.
How long is the ACNPC-AG exam?
Testing time for the ACNPC-AG is 3 hours 30 minutes.
What is on the ACNPC-AG?
The ACNPC-AG covers Cardiovascular (about 15%), Respiratory (about 11%), Endocrine / Hematology / Gastrointestinal / Renal / Integumentary (about 20%), Musculoskeletal / Neurology / Psychosocial (about 14%), Factors Influencing Health Status / Multisystem (about 19%), Advocacy / Caring Practices / Response to Diversity / Facilitation of Learning (about 10%), Collaboration / Systems Thinking / Clinical Inquiry (about 9%).
Who administers the ACNPC-AG?
The ACNPC-AG Adult-Gerontology Acute Care NP Certification Exam is administered by AACN.
Is there a free ACNPC-AG practice test?
Yes. PrepBanq has 3 free ACNPC-AG practice tests with 25 exam-style questions in the real ACNPC-AG formats, and every answer is explained. No credit card is needed.
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