CPN CLE case studies
CPN CLE · Put your knowledge to work in context.
The Certified Pediatric Nurse (CPN) credential is a professional certification for registered nurses who care for infants, children, and adolescents. It signals that a nurse has met a knowledge standard beyond licensure and is pursued by nurses in inpatient pediatric units, ambulatory clinics, emergency departments, and specialty practices who want portable evidence of pediatric expertise. The CPN CLE case studies are 5 cases and about 3,736 words.
1Post-tonsillectomy prescription that conflicts with a national safety warning
Leo is a 5-year-old, 18 kg boy recovering on the surgical unit after an uncomplicated tonsillectomy for obstructive sleep apnea. He has no drug allergies and normal renal and hepatic function.
742 words, about 4 min2Moderate dehydration in a toddler with failed home oral rehydration
Amara is a 14-month-old, 10 kg girl brought to the emergency department at 22:00 with 3 days of watery diarrhea and vomiting, now refusing fluids. Her mother reports six wet diapers today, down from ten, and no urine since 18:00.
727 words, about 4 min3Sentinel bruising in a four-month-old infant
During a 4-month well-child visit, you note a 1.5 cm purple-brown bruise over the left cheekbone and two similar marks on the abdomen of infant Maya. She is not yet rolling and cannot cruise.
764 words, about 4 min4A positive autism screen at the 18-month visit
At the 18-month health supervision visit, Jordan's mother reports he says mama, dada, and baba but no other words, and he does not point to show her things. He responds to his name sometimes, especially if the TV is on.
758 words, about 4 min5New-onset diabetic ketoacidosis with a request to start insulin first
Ethan is a 9-year-old, 30 kg boy brought to the emergency department at 03:00. His mother reports 3 weeks of weight loss, drinking gallons of water, and 2 days of vomiting.
745 words, about 4 min