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Psychiatric-Mental Health Nursing Certification
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Assessment, Diagnosis, and Planning
Cover the foundational domains of the nursing process in a psychiatric setting. These sections make up 43% of the exam.
Implementation
Master pharmacology, therapeutic communication, and various therapies. This is the largest section at 46% of the exam.
Evaluation and Professional Role
Study outcome evaluation and the legal and ethical responsibilities of a psychiatric nurse (10% of exam).
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Can You Take the PMH-BC Exam?
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- •Have a minimum of 2,000 hours of clinical practice in the specialty area of psychiatric-mental health nursing within the last 3 years.
- •Have completed 30 hours of continuing education in psychiatric-mental health nursing within the last 3 years.
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What You'll Study
6 chapters covering the exam topics in this guide
Introduction & PMH-BC Exam Overview
2 sections
Assessment & Diagnosis
8 sections
Planning & Care Coordination
5 sections
Implementation I: Psychopharmacology & Medication Safety
6 sections
Implementation II: Therapeutic Interventions, Milieu & Crisis
7 sections
Evaluation & Professional / Legal-Ethical Practice
4 sections
PMH-BC Exam Details
Psychiatric-Mental Health Nursing Certification
Administered by ANCC
Exam Content Breakdown
Based on the official ANCC content outline
Encompasses psychiatric interviews, mental status examinations, risk assessments, and understanding of diagnostic criteria.
Covers the development of treatment plans, management of the therapeutic milieu, and patient education strategies.
Includes therapeutic communication, psychopharmacology, various psychotherapeutic modalities, and crisis intervention techniques.
Focuses on the evaluation of therapeutic outcomes, monitoring patient progress, and addressing legal and ethical issues.
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