Canadian Hospice Palliative Care Nursing Competencies' Case Examples

Many avenues of study are required to prepare for and write the CNA - HPC Nursing Certification Exam. This document has been prepared as an additional study resource by certified seasoned HPC nurses from across Canada, with many years of HPC experience. Case examples are used to illustrate how various components of each competency may apply to hospice palliative care nursing and interprofessional practice.  See also the document titled "Summary Chart: Hospice Palliative Care Nursing Certification Exam Development Guidelines".