Top 5 Things to Know for the Gero Exam

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Insider Tips for the Gerontological Nurse Certification Exam

With excerpts from Gerontological Nurse Certification Review, Second Edition, by Alison E. Kris, RN, PhD

Preparing for the Gerontological Nurse certification exam (Gero Exam)? Here are five key tips to help you feel more confident and prepared on test day:

Top 5 Exam Tips

  1. Always answer every question
    There’s no penalty for guessing. If you’re unsure, make your best choice—you can always flag questions and return to them later.

  2. Focus on common conditions
    The exam emphasizes general and frequently seen gerontological problems, not rare or exotic diseases. Concentrate your studies accordingly.

  3. Know the medications
    Be familiar with the most commonly prescribed drugs for older adults.

  4. Master adverse drug events
    Understand the adverse effects older adults are most likely to experience, and be able to apply the Modified Beers Criteria to your decision-making.

  5. Review key lab values
    Make sure you know the normal laboratory results for diseases most common among older adults.

Final Advice

Keep these five tips in mind as you prepare for the exam—they’ll give you a stronger foundation and increase your chances of success on test day.

Resources

  • Kris, A. E. (2015). Gerontological Nurse Certification Review, Second Edition. New York: Springer Publishing.

👉 Ready to take the next step? Explore our Gerontological Nurse Certification Overview for exam details and study resources.

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