CV-BC Practice Test 2026 — Free CV-BC Exam Prep Questions
The CV-BC credential is for registered nurses who care for patients with cardiac and vascular disease across inpatient, procedural, rehabilitation and outpatient settings. Our practice set follows ANCC's Cardiac-Vascular Nursing test content outline (effective December 5, 2024), with vignettes on ECG and hemodynamic interpretation, ACC/AHA guideline-directed therapy, catheterization and surgical care, complications such as HIT and access-site bleeding, and patient education for long-term self-management.
A nurse is identifying patients eligible for Medicare-covered outpatient cardiac rehabilitation. Which patient meets a covered indication?
CV-BC format, scoring & key facts
Computer-based test, year-round, within a 120-day testing window.
Facts last verified Oct 5, 2026. Source: www.nursingworld.org/globalassets/study-aids/exam-47-cv-nursing-tco_updatedto2026branding.pdf. Always confirm details with ANCC before your exam.
When can you take the CV-BC?
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What the CV-BC covers
Every PrepBanq CV-BC test mirrors the official domain weights.
Domain distribution
% of the exam| Content domain | Weight | ≈ Questions on exam | Our practice questions |
|---|---|---|---|
Assessment and DiagnosisCardiac-vascular anatomy, physiology and pathophysiology; patient interview and social determinants; assessment tools such as Doppler and stroke scales; interpreting tests, labs and rhythms. | 22% | ~28 | 5 questions → |
Planning and ImplementationACC/AHA guidelines, scope and standards, legal and ethical issues, invasive and surgical procedures, pharmacologic and non-pharmacologic therapy, risk reduction, prioritization and interventions such as cardioversion. | 35% | ~44 | 10 questions → |
Evaluation and ModificationExpected outcomes, drug interactions, and recognizing and treating adverse reactions, urgent conditions and emergent conditions. | 18% | ~23 | 4 questions → |
Patient and Community EducationRisk factors, chronic disease management, procedure and medication teaching, self-management, community resources, outpatient monitoring and health promotion. | 25% | ~31 | 6 questions → |
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CV-BC FAQ
How many questions are on the CV-BC?
The CV-BC has 150 questions (125 of them scored) and you have 3 hours to finish. Question types: Multiple choice.
How long is the CV-BC exam?
Testing time for the CV-BC is 3 hours.
What is on the CV-BC?
The CV-BC covers Assessment and Diagnosis (about 22%), Planning and Implementation (about 35%), Evaluation and Modification (about 18%), Patient and Community Education (about 25%).
Who administers the CV-BC?
The ANCC Cardiac-Vascular Nursing (CV-BC) Exam is administered by ANCC. Delivery: Computer-based test, year-round, within a 120-day testing window.
Is there a free CV-BC practice test?
Yes. PrepBanq has 3 free CV-BC practice tests with 25 exam-style questions in the real CV-BC formats, and every answer is explained. No credit card is needed.
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