TNCC (Trauma Nursing Core Course) –
Comprehensive Study Guide & Practice Exam
Course: Trauma Nursing Core Course (TNCC) 9th Edition
Developed by: Emergency Nurses Association (ENA)
Format: Provider Manual, Online Modules, Live Skills Stations, Written
Exam
Verification Period: 4 years
CNE Contact Hours: 19.5 (Provider Course)
EXAM OVERVIEW
The Trauma Nursing Core Course (TNCC) is the premier trauma nursing
course developed by the Emergency Nurses Association (ENA) to establish
a standardized body of trauma nursing knowledge and improve care for
trauma patients worldwide . The 9th edition uses a flipped classroom
model with online pre-course modules and interactive in-person training .
SECTION 1: Course Overview & Core Concepts (Questions 1-10)
Q1. The TNCC is developed and administered by which organization?
• A) American College of Surgeons (ACS)
• B) Emergency Nurses Association (ENA)
• C) American Nurses Association (ANA)
• D) National Institute of Health (NIH)
Answer: B – The Trauma Nursing Core Course was developed by the
Emergency Nurses Association (ENA) and is recognized as the premier
course for hospitals and trauma centers worldwide .
Q2. What is the validity period for TNCC provider verification?
• A) 2 years
, • B) 3 years
• C) 4 years
• D) 5 years
Answer: C – Upon successful completion of the TNCC, nurses earn a 4-
year, internationally recognized verification as a TNCC provider .
Q3. How many CNE contact hours are awarded for successful
completion of the TNCC Provider Course?
• A) 13.5 hours
• B) 18.3 hours
• C) 19.5 hours
• D) 20.0 hours
Answer: C – The TNCC Provider Course awards 19.5 CNE contact hours
upon successful completion .
Q4. Which of the following healthcare professionals is eligible for TNCC
provider status verification?
• A) Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)
• B) Paramedic
• C) Registered Nurse (RN)
• D) Emergency Medical Technician (EMT)
Answer: C – Only registered nurses are eligible for TNCC provider status
verification. LPNs and paramedics may attend and earn CNE hours but are
not eligible for provider verification .
Q5. The 9th edition of TNCC includes which new chapter?
• A) The Geriatric Trauma Patient
, • B) The Pediatric Trauma Patient
• C) The LGBTQ+ Trauma Patient
• D) The Pregnant Trauma Patient
Answer: C – The 9th edition added "The LGBTQ+ Trauma Patient" as a new
chapter, along with enhancements to the Trauma Nursing Process teaching
activities .
Q6. What is the passing score for the TNCC written examination?
• A) 70%
• B) 75%
• C) 80%
• D) 85%
Answer: C – The written examination requires a minimum score of 80% (40
out of 50 questions correct) .
Q7. How many attempts are allowed for the TNCC written exam?
• A) 1 attempt
• B) 2 attempts
• C) 3 attempts
• D) Unlimited attempts
Answer: B – Learners are offered two attempts to pass the written exam.
Both attempts must be completed within 7 days of the last day of the
course .
Q8. The Skills Station (Trauma Nursing Process test) requires:
• A) A numeric score of 70%
Comprehensive Study Guide & Practice Exam
Course: Trauma Nursing Core Course (TNCC) 9th Edition
Developed by: Emergency Nurses Association (ENA)
Format: Provider Manual, Online Modules, Live Skills Stations, Written
Exam
Verification Period: 4 years
CNE Contact Hours: 19.5 (Provider Course)
EXAM OVERVIEW
The Trauma Nursing Core Course (TNCC) is the premier trauma nursing
course developed by the Emergency Nurses Association (ENA) to establish
a standardized body of trauma nursing knowledge and improve care for
trauma patients worldwide . The 9th edition uses a flipped classroom
model with online pre-course modules and interactive in-person training .
SECTION 1: Course Overview & Core Concepts (Questions 1-10)
Q1. The TNCC is developed and administered by which organization?
• A) American College of Surgeons (ACS)
• B) Emergency Nurses Association (ENA)
• C) American Nurses Association (ANA)
• D) National Institute of Health (NIH)
Answer: B – The Trauma Nursing Core Course was developed by the
Emergency Nurses Association (ENA) and is recognized as the premier
course for hospitals and trauma centers worldwide .
Q2. What is the validity period for TNCC provider verification?
• A) 2 years
, • B) 3 years
• C) 4 years
• D) 5 years
Answer: C – Upon successful completion of the TNCC, nurses earn a 4-
year, internationally recognized verification as a TNCC provider .
Q3. How many CNE contact hours are awarded for successful
completion of the TNCC Provider Course?
• A) 13.5 hours
• B) 18.3 hours
• C) 19.5 hours
• D) 20.0 hours
Answer: C – The TNCC Provider Course awards 19.5 CNE contact hours
upon successful completion .
Q4. Which of the following healthcare professionals is eligible for TNCC
provider status verification?
• A) Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)
• B) Paramedic
• C) Registered Nurse (RN)
• D) Emergency Medical Technician (EMT)
Answer: C – Only registered nurses are eligible for TNCC provider status
verification. LPNs and paramedics may attend and earn CNE hours but are
not eligible for provider verification .
Q5. The 9th edition of TNCC includes which new chapter?
• A) The Geriatric Trauma Patient
, • B) The Pediatric Trauma Patient
• C) The LGBTQ+ Trauma Patient
• D) The Pregnant Trauma Patient
Answer: C – The 9th edition added "The LGBTQ+ Trauma Patient" as a new
chapter, along with enhancements to the Trauma Nursing Process teaching
activities .
Q6. What is the passing score for the TNCC written examination?
• A) 70%
• B) 75%
• C) 80%
• D) 85%
Answer: C – The written examination requires a minimum score of 80% (40
out of 50 questions correct) .
Q7. How many attempts are allowed for the TNCC written exam?
• A) 1 attempt
• B) 2 attempts
• C) 3 attempts
• D) Unlimited attempts
Answer: B – Learners are offered two attempts to pass the written exam.
Both attempts must be completed within 7 days of the last day of the
course .
Q8. The Skills Station (Trauma Nursing Process test) requires:
• A) A numeric score of 70%
