CFPN Practice Test 2026 — Free CFPN Exam Prep Questions
The CFPN is CCI's entry-level credential for registered nurses in their first two years of operating room practice, and a stepping stone toward CNOR. Our practice questions follow the seven CFPN exam subject areas, with circulating-nurse scenarios on pre-operative assessment, plan of care, intraoperative patient safety, personnel and materials, communication, infection prevention and OR emergencies.
Twenty minutes after induction with sevoflurane, a patient develops an unexplained rise in end-tidal CO2 despite increased ventilation, tachycardia and muscle rigidity. Malignant hyperthermia is suspected. Which medication should the circulating nurse prepare to bring to the room immediately?
CFPN format, scoring & key facts
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Facts last verified Oct 5, 2026. Source: www.cc-institute.org/cfpn/. Always confirm details with CCI before your exam.
When can you take the CFPN?
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What the CFPN covers
Every PrepBanq CFPN test mirrors the official domain weights.
Domain distribution
% of the exam| Content domain | Weight | ≈ Questions on exam | Our practice questions |
|---|---|---|---|
Pre/postoperative Patient Assessment and DiagnosisPre-operative health history, labs, allergies and risk screening, and post-operative assessment. | 15% | ~15 | 4 questions → |
Individualized Plan of Care Development and Expected Outcome IdentificationTurning assessment findings into an individualized perioperative plan with measurable outcomes. | 8% | ~8 | 2 questions → |
Management of Intraoperative Activities: Patient Care and SafetyPositioning, electrosurgery, fire safety, counts, specimens, tourniquets and other intraoperative safety practices. | 25% | ~25 | 6 questions → |
Management of Intraoperative Activities: Management of Personnel, Services and MaterialsCirculator role and delegation, implants, equipment and supplies. | 9% | ~9 | 2 questions → |
Communication and DocumentationHandoff, consent verification, perioperative documentation and team communication. | 11% | ~11 | 3 questions → |
Infection Prevention and Control of Environment, Instrumentation and SuppliesSurgical hand antisepsis, sterile technique, instrument care and sterilization practices. | 16% | ~16 | 4 questions → |
Emergency SituationsMalignant hyperthermia, local anesthetic systemic toxicity, surgical fire and other OR emergencies. | 10% | ~10 | 3 questions → |
Professional AccountabilitiesSurgical conscience, advocacy and professional practice standards. | 6% | ~6 | 1 questions → |
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CFPN FAQ
How many questions are on the CFPN?
The CFPN has 120 questions (100 of them scored) and you have 2 hours 30 minutes to finish. Question types: Multiple choice (20 unscored pretest items).
How long is the CFPN exam?
Testing time for the CFPN is 2 hours 30 minutes.
What is the passing score for the CFPN?
CFPN passing standard: Scaled score of 620 on a 200–800 scale. Score range: 200–800.
What is on the CFPN?
The CFPN covers Pre/postoperative Patient Assessment and Diagnosis (about 15%), Individualized Plan of Care Development and Expected Outcome Identification (about 8%), Management of Intraoperative Activities: Patient Care and Safety (about 25%), Management of Intraoperative Activities: Management of Personnel, Services and Materials (about 9%), Communication and Documentation (about 11%), Infection Prevention and Control of Environment, Instrumentation and Supplies (about 16%), Emergency Situations (about 10%), Professional Accountabilities (about 6%).
Who administers the CFPN?
The Certified Foundational Perioperative Nurse (CFPN) Exam is administered by CCI. Delivery: PSI Remote Secure Proctored Exam (RSPE); handbook also describes PSI test center appointments.
Is there a free CFPN practice test?
Yes. PrepBanq has 3 free CFPN practice tests with 25 exam-style questions in the real CFPN formats, and every answer is explained. No credit card is needed.
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