ANCC FNP CERTIFICATION EXAM QUESTIONS & ANSWERS 2026-2027 | 345 LA… EXAM
P R O F E S S I O N A L P R A C T I C E M AT E R I A L S
ANCC FNP Certification
Exam Questions & Answers
2026-2027 | 345 Latest
Questions & Verified
Answers
Verified Answers Exam Ready With Rationales
345 QUESTIONS
DOCUMENT OVERVIEW
This document provides 345 verified questions along with correct answers and concise explanations,
specifically designed for the ANCC FNP Certification Exam. The content encompasses a wide range of
clinical topics, ensuring comprehensive coverage of essential knowledge areas. It is an invaluable resource
for students preparing for certification, facilitating effective study and review of critical concepts in
advanced nursing practice.
CONTENTS
• Oral Health • Ophthalmology
• Pediatric Health • Infectious Diseases
• Respiratory Conditions • Chronic Conditions
• Immunology • Hematology
• Pharmacology • Cardiovascular Health
• Neurology • Gynecology
Page 1
, • Gastroenterology • Developmental Milestones
• Cancer Screening • Endocrinology
E XA M Q U EST I O N S
Q1 QUESTION 1 OF 345
What causes oral hairy leukoplakia?
CORRECT ANSWER
EBV
Q2 QUESTION 2 OF 345
Koplik's spot
CORRECT ANSWER
clusters of small red papules with white centers located on the buccal mucosa by the lower molars (o = kopliks)
Prodromic viral of measles appears 2-3 days before the rash
Q3 QUESTION 3 OF 345
Geographic tongue
CORRECT ANSWER
inflammatory disorder that usually appears on top and side of the tongue
multiple fissures and irreregular smoother areas on its surface that make it look like a topographic map
Q4 QUESTION 4 OF 345
Cheilosis
CORRECT ANSWER
painful inflammation and cracking of the corners of the mouth
Q5 QUESTION 5 OF 345
Peritonsillar abscess
Page 2
, CORRECT ANSWER
severe sore throat, difficulty swallowing, trismus, and muffled "hot potato" voice
abscess displaces the uvula
Q6 QUESTION 6 OF 345
Treatment for otitis externa
CORRECT ANSWER
Use aluminum acetate solution PRN (provides soothing, effective relief of minor skin irritations and
inflammation)
keep water out of the ear
Polymyxin B-neomycin-hydrocortisone suspension drops QID x 7 days and/or ofloxacin drops
Q7 QUESTION 7 OF 345
Doxycycline
CORRECT ANSWER
pregnancy risk: Cat D
Q8 QUESTION 8 OF 345
Oral Cancer
CORRECT ANSWER
most cases involve squamous cell carcinomas of the tongue and mouth floor
Q9 QUESTION 9 OF 345
Risk factor for SCC oral cancer
CORRECT ANSWER
More potent
- longstanding HPV infection, especially HPV-16, tobacco use, alcohol misuse
Less potent
- male gender, advancing age (2/3 of individuals age >55 years at time of diagnosis)
Page 3
, Q10 QUESTION 10 OF 345
Risk reduction for SCC oral cancer
CORRECT ANSWER
HPV-9 immunization
avoidance/cessation of tobacco use
Q11 QUESTION 11 OF 345
Normal reticulocyte count
CORRECT ANSWER
1-2%
Q12 QUESTION 12 OF 345
Paroxetine (Paxil)
CORRECT ANSWER
SSRI
cause erectile dysfunction
Q13 QUESTION 13 OF 345
Digoxin (Lanoxin) toxicity
CORRECT ANSWER
nausea, vomiting, confusion, yellowish-green halos in patient's vision
hypokalemia, hypercalcemia
Q14 QUESTION 14 OF 345
Depo
CORRECT ANSWER
long term use increased risk of bone loss
avoid use with osteopenia, osteoporosis, long term amenorrhea and in underweight women with anorexia
Page 4
P R O F E S S I O N A L P R A C T I C E M AT E R I A L S
ANCC FNP Certification
Exam Questions & Answers
2026-2027 | 345 Latest
Questions & Verified
Answers
Verified Answers Exam Ready With Rationales
345 QUESTIONS
DOCUMENT OVERVIEW
This document provides 345 verified questions along with correct answers and concise explanations,
specifically designed for the ANCC FNP Certification Exam. The content encompasses a wide range of
clinical topics, ensuring comprehensive coverage of essential knowledge areas. It is an invaluable resource
for students preparing for certification, facilitating effective study and review of critical concepts in
advanced nursing practice.
CONTENTS
• Oral Health • Ophthalmology
• Pediatric Health • Infectious Diseases
• Respiratory Conditions • Chronic Conditions
• Immunology • Hematology
• Pharmacology • Cardiovascular Health
• Neurology • Gynecology
Page 1
, • Gastroenterology • Developmental Milestones
• Cancer Screening • Endocrinology
E XA M Q U EST I O N S
Q1 QUESTION 1 OF 345
What causes oral hairy leukoplakia?
CORRECT ANSWER
EBV
Q2 QUESTION 2 OF 345
Koplik's spot
CORRECT ANSWER
clusters of small red papules with white centers located on the buccal mucosa by the lower molars (o = kopliks)
Prodromic viral of measles appears 2-3 days before the rash
Q3 QUESTION 3 OF 345
Geographic tongue
CORRECT ANSWER
inflammatory disorder that usually appears on top and side of the tongue
multiple fissures and irreregular smoother areas on its surface that make it look like a topographic map
Q4 QUESTION 4 OF 345
Cheilosis
CORRECT ANSWER
painful inflammation and cracking of the corners of the mouth
Q5 QUESTION 5 OF 345
Peritonsillar abscess
Page 2
, CORRECT ANSWER
severe sore throat, difficulty swallowing, trismus, and muffled "hot potato" voice
abscess displaces the uvula
Q6 QUESTION 6 OF 345
Treatment for otitis externa
CORRECT ANSWER
Use aluminum acetate solution PRN (provides soothing, effective relief of minor skin irritations and
inflammation)
keep water out of the ear
Polymyxin B-neomycin-hydrocortisone suspension drops QID x 7 days and/or ofloxacin drops
Q7 QUESTION 7 OF 345
Doxycycline
CORRECT ANSWER
pregnancy risk: Cat D
Q8 QUESTION 8 OF 345
Oral Cancer
CORRECT ANSWER
most cases involve squamous cell carcinomas of the tongue and mouth floor
Q9 QUESTION 9 OF 345
Risk factor for SCC oral cancer
CORRECT ANSWER
More potent
- longstanding HPV infection, especially HPV-16, tobacco use, alcohol misuse
Less potent
- male gender, advancing age (2/3 of individuals age >55 years at time of diagnosis)
Page 3
, Q10 QUESTION 10 OF 345
Risk reduction for SCC oral cancer
CORRECT ANSWER
HPV-9 immunization
avoidance/cessation of tobacco use
Q11 QUESTION 11 OF 345
Normal reticulocyte count
CORRECT ANSWER
1-2%
Q12 QUESTION 12 OF 345
Paroxetine (Paxil)
CORRECT ANSWER
SSRI
cause erectile dysfunction
Q13 QUESTION 13 OF 345
Digoxin (Lanoxin) toxicity
CORRECT ANSWER
nausea, vomiting, confusion, yellowish-green halos in patient's vision
hypokalemia, hypercalcemia
Q14 QUESTION 14 OF 345
Depo
CORRECT ANSWER
long term use increased risk of bone loss
avoid use with osteopenia, osteoporosis, long term amenorrhea and in underweight women with anorexia
Page 4
