CBUNA-CUNP Exam Information and Guideline
CBUNA Certified Urologic Nurse Practitioner
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- Common Pediatric Disorders
- Congenital anomalies
- hypospadias
- epispadias
- cryptorchidism
- Vesicoureteral reflux (VUR) and its management.
- Neurogenic bladder in pediatric patients.
- Urinary tract infections (UTIs) in children.
- Enuresis
- daytime incontinence
- nighttime incontinence
- Posterior urethral valves and other obstructive uropathies in children.
- Urinary Tract Inflammations and Disorders
- Cystitis
- bacterial
- interstitial
- radiation-induced
- Pyelonephritis
- acute
- chronic
- Urethritis and sexually transmitted infections (STIs).
- Prostatitis
- acute bacterial
- chronic bacterial
- chronic pelvic pain syndrome
- Epididymitis and orchitis.
- Urologic manifestations of systemic diseases
- lupus
- diabetes
- Voiding Dysfunctions, Including Incontinence
- Overactive bladder (OAB) and detrusor overactivity.
- Stress urinary incontinence (SUI).
- Mixed urinary incontinence.
- Neurogenic bladder
- due to spinal cord injury
- multiple sclerosis
- Post-void residual (PVR) and its implications.
- Behavioral and pharmacologic management of voiding dysfunctions.
- Obstructive Uropathies and Trauma, Including Stones and BPH
- Benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH) and lower urinary tract symptoms (LUTS).
- Urolithiasis
- kidney stones
- ureteral stones
- bladder stones
- Ureteral and urethral strictures.
- Bladder outlet obstruction (BOO).
- Trauma to the genitourinary system
- renal trauma
- urethral injury
- Post-obstructive diuresis and its management.
- Sexual Dysfunctions, Disorders of Genitalia, and Male Infertility
- Erectile dysfunction (ED) and its evaluation/treatment.
- Peyronie’s disease.
- Priapism.
- Male infertility
- varicocele
- azoospermia
- Testicular pain and scrotal masses.
- Disorders of the penis and scrotum
- phimosis
- paraphimosis
- hydrocele
- Genitourinary Lesions, Benign and Malignant
- Prostate cancer
- screening
- diagnosis
- management
- Bladder cancer
- non-muscle invasive
- muscle-invasive
- Renal cell carcinoma (RCC).
- Testicular cancer.
- Penile and urethral cancers.
- Benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH) and its complications.
- Hematuria evaluation
- gross
- microscopic
- Assess and Diagnose Pathologic Processes and Complications of Urologic Conditions
- Comprehensive history-taking and physical examination.
- Interpretation of diagnostic tests
- urinalysis
- urodynamics
- imaging
- Differential diagnosis of urologic conditions.
- Recognition of complications
- sepsis
- acute kidney injury
- Prescribe/Perform Interventions, Including Treatments, Therapies, and Procedures
- Pharmacologic management
- antibiotics
- alpha-blockers
- anticholinergics
- Non-pharmacologic interventions
- bladder training
- pelvic floor exercises
- Minor procedures
- catheterization
- bladder irrigation
- Pre- and post-operative care for urologic surgeries.
- Pain management strategies.
- Educate Patient, Family, Other Health Care Professionals, and the Public
- Patient education on disease prevention and management.
- Counseling on lifestyle modifications
- diet
- smoking cessation
- Teaching about self-catheterization, stoma care, and continence products.
- Providing resources and support for patients with chronic urologic conditions.
- Educating other healthcare providers about urologic care best practices.
- Consult for and with Peers and Other Health Care Professionals Regarding Specific Cases
- Collaborating with urologists, oncologists, nephrologists, and other specialists.
- Participating in multidisciplinary team meetings.
- Referring patients to appropriate specialists when needed.
- Providing second opinions or expert advice on complex cases.
- Participate in Practice Management and Research Activities to Promote Optimal Outcomes
- Case management and coordination of care for urologic patients.
- Quality improvement initiatives in urologic care.
- Participation in clinical research and evidence-based practice.
- Documentation and coding for urologic conditions and procedures.
- Ensuring compliance with regulatory and ethical standards.