CBUNA-CUNP Exam Information and Outline
Certified Urologic Nurse Practitioner
CBUNA-CUNP Exam Syllabus & Study Guide
Before you start practicing with our exam simulator, it is essential to understand the official CBUNA-CUNP exam objectives. This course outline serves as your roadmap, breaking down exactly which technical domains and skills will be tested. By reviewing the syllabus, you can identify your strengths and focus your study time on the areas where you need the most improvement.
The information below reflects the latest 2026 course contents as defined by CBUNA. We provide this detailed breakdown to help you align your preparation with the actual exam format, ensuring there are no surprises on test day. Use this outline as a checklist to track your progress as you move through our practice question banks.
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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.