CNA Medical-Surgical LPN (MSPNC(C)) case studies
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The MSPNC(C) - Medical-Surgical Licensed Practical Nurse Certification - is a credential for licensed practical and vocational nurses who want formal recognition of their medical-surgical knowledge. It signals to employers, colleagues, and patients that a nurse can manage care for adults with complex, often unstable, medical and surgical conditions. Candidates are typically LPN/LVNs working on hospital medical-surgical units, in step-down settings, or in long-term care with high-acuity residents, though any licensed practical nurse with relevant experience may prepare for it. The exam is multiple choice and organized around eight content domains: coordinated care, safety and infection control, health promotion and maintenance, psychosocial integrity, basic care and comfort, pharmacological and parenteral therapies, reduction of risk potential, and physiological adaptation. The CNA Medical-Surgical LPN (MSPNC(C)) case studies are 5 cases and about 2,270 words.
1Postoperative Care for a Client with a Hip Replacement
Johnson, a 72-year-old male, is 6 hours postoperative from a total hip replacement (left). He has a history of hypertension, type 2 diabetes, and mild cognitive impairment.
496 words, about 2 min2Infection Control in a Client with Clostridioides difficile
Lee, an 80-year-old female, is admitted with a 3-day history of watery diarrhea (8-10 times per day), abdominal cramping, and fever (38.3°C). She recently completed a course of broad-spectrum antibiotics for a urinary tract infection.
496 words, about 2 min3Medication Administration in a Client with Heart Failure
Adams, a 68-year-old male with a history of heart failure (ejection fraction 30%), hypertension, and chronic kidney disease (stage 3), is admitted with worsening shortness of breath and edema. His current medications include furosemide 40 mg PO daily, carvedilol 6.25 mg PO BID, lisinopril 10 mg PO daily, and spironolactone 25 mg PO daily.
442 words, about 2 min4Pressure Injury Prevention in a Client with Limited Mobility
Garcia, a 78-year-old female, is admitted with a fractured right hip and is on bed rest. She has a history of type 2 diabetes, peripheral arterial disease, and incontinence.
408 words, about 2 min5Pain Management in a Client with Substance Use Disorder
Thompson, a 35-year-old male, is admitted with acute pancreatitis secondary to alcohol use. He reports severe abdominal pain (9/10) and is requesting opioids.
428 words, about 2 min