If you need help studying for the Certified Registered Nurse Infusion (CRNI) exam or just want some more information about what the exam is like, you’ve come to the right place.
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What’s on the CRNI Exam?
How to Register
CRNI Exam Scores
Retaking the Exam
FAQs
CRNI Exam Eligibility
Before you can register to take the CRNI exam, you’ll need to have a current RN or APRN license and at least 1,600 hours of experience in fusion therapy within the last two years.
If you meet these requirements, you’re set to begin the registration process!
What’s on the CRNI Exam?
First, let’s talk about the questions on the exam. There are 140 multiple-choice questions total, but only 120 of the questions will count toward your score. Why is that?
The 20 unscored questions on the CRNI exam are added to the exam to determine if they’re good enough questions to add to future versions.
The trick is that you won’t have any way of knowing which questions are scored and which ones are unscored. Every question will appear like a scored question throughout the test.
The time limit for the exam is 2.5 hours. There aren’t any scheduled breaks, but you’re free to take restroom breaks as needed.
Let’s take a closer look at the different sections of the exam.
1. PRINCIPLES OF PRACTICE
36 scored questions
- Phlebotomy
- Infection prevention and control
- Anatomy and physiology
2. ACCESS DEVICES
36 scored questions
- Equipment
- Infusion access devices
- Special populations
3. INFUSION THERAPIES
48 scored questions
- Pain management
- Cardiovascular
- Parenteral nutrition
- Anti-infectives
- Fluid and electrolyte balance
- Blood products
- Biologics
How to Register
To get started with the registration process, you’ll need to submit an application on INCC’s website. The application will ask you for your contact information and any documentation to prove your eligibility (among other things).
When you submit the application, you’ll also need to submit the application fee, which is $525 ($385 for INS members).
Once your application is approved, you’ll be sent more info on how to register for a testing appointment.
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CRNI Exam Scores
The test is scored using a scaled scoring method. Here’s how it works:
You will need a score of 70 to pass the test.
The reason your raw score is converted to a scaled score is because everyone who takes the test is given a slightly different set of questions. Since everyone has a different arrangement of questions, and because some questions are harder than others, converting your raw score to a scaled score ensures a more even playing field.
Retaking the Exam
If you didn’t get a passing score on your first try, that’s okay! You can retake the test as many times as you’d like.
In other good news, INCC offers a $50 discount for retakes, so you only pay $425 for each re-attempt ($285 for INS members).
FAQs
How hard is the CRNI exam?
The CRNI exam is considered to be challenging, with a pass rate of only 67%.
How many questions are on the CRNI exam?
The exam contains 140 questions.
What is the time limit for the CRNI exam?
The exam is timed at 2.5 hours.
What is the passing score for the CRNI exam?
You’ll need to get a final scaled score of at least 70 to pass.
How much does the CRNI exam cost?
The exam fee is $525 ($385 for INS members).