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EMT-Basic Practice Tests

Emergency Medical Technician

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Duration

120 minutes

Questions

70-120 questions

Cost

$80-150 USD
Where to register
National Registry of Emergency Medical Technicians (NREMT)

Issued by National Registry of Emergency Medical Technicians (NREMT). Delivered via Pearson VUE. Cognitive exam $80, plus a separate psychomotor skills exam administered by your state.

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01·Overview

Certification overview

The format, prerequisites, and what to expect on exam day.

Exam details

  • Exam Code

    EMT-B

  • Duration

    120 minutes

  • Questions

    70-120 questions

  • Format

    Multiple choice and scenario-based

  • Passing Score

    70%

  • Cost

    $80-150 USD

  • Validity

    2 years

Prerequisites
  • 18 years of age or older
  • High school diploma or GED
  • Valid driver's license
  • Clean criminal background check
  • Physical fitness requirements
  • Completion of EMT training program
02·Domains

Exam domains

Topics on the official blueprint, with their relative weight.

01
Airway, Respiration, and Ventilation
18-22% of exam
  • Airway management techniques
  • Oxygen therapy administration
  • Ventilation assistance
  • Respiratory emergency assessment
02
Cardiology and Resuscitation
20-24% of exam
  • Cardiac arrest management
  • CPR techniques
  • AED operation
  • Cardiac emergency assessment
03
Trauma
20-24% of exam
  • Trauma assessment
  • Bleeding control
  • Fracture management
  • Spinal injury care
04
Medical/Obstetrics/Gynecology
27-31% of exam
  • Medical emergency assessment
  • Obstetric emergencies
  • Pediatric care
  • Geriatric considerations
05
EMS Operations
10-14% of exam
  • Scene safety assessment
  • Emergency vehicle operation
  • Communication protocols
  • Documentation requirements
03·Key topics

What you actually study

Service families and concept clusters that show up across questions.

Patient Assessment

  • Primary assessment
  • Secondary assessment
  • Vital signs monitoring
  • Patient history taking
  • Physical examination

Emergency Care

  • Airway management
  • Oxygen therapy
  • Medication administration
  • IV therapy
  • Emergency procedures

Trauma Care

  • Bleeding control
  • Shock management
  • Fracture stabilization
  • Burn care
  • Head injury assessment

Medical Emergencies

  • Cardiac emergencies
  • Respiratory emergencies
  • Diabetic emergencies
  • Seizure management
  • Allergic reactions

Special Populations

  • Pediatric care
  • Geriatric care
  • Obstetric emergencies
  • Behavioral emergencies
  • Special needs patients

EMS Operations

  • Scene management
  • Communication systems
  • Documentation
  • Legal considerations
  • Safety protocols
04·Study tips

How to actually pass it

Practical strategies for the weeks before, and the morning of.

Preparation strategy
  • Practice hands-on skills regularly
  • Study emergency scenarios and case studies
  • Focus on patient assessment techniques
  • Understand medication protocols and dosages
  • Review trauma assessment algorithms
  • Practice communication and documentation
Exam day
  • Don't rush through patient assessment questions
  • Avoid memorizing without understanding protocols
  • Don't skip safety considerations in scenarios
  • Avoid focusing only on one body system
  • Don't ignore scene safety in emergency scenarios
  • Avoid studying outdated protocols or procedures

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