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NREMT-B Test Preparation Center

Getting worried about passing the NREMT-Basic exam? Your textbook probably has a sample test or two in the back, but you still might feel more comfortable with more practice. Use the following guide to understand the testing and certification process, and to select the study materials that are best for you.

What you need to know

The NREMT examination process includes a written test and practical stations. See NREMT-B Examination Process, for what to expect regarding the written examination, categories of questions, and certification process. Links to each practical skill station sheet are listed below.

You can purchase an EMT-Basic Self Assessment Examination from the NREMT Candidate Catalog that contains real questions (with answers and rationales) from the test bank. Many more study resources are listed below.

Read "How to Pass the NREMT Exam," for solid advice on successfully passing the NREMT's written exam. A second article focused on passing the practical stations is soon to follow.

Practical skill sheets

The following links go directly to the NREMT's skill sheets, which are PDFs. To view them, you will need Adobe Reader.

1. Patient Assessment/Management | Trauma and Medical
2. Cardiac Arrest Management/AED
3. Spinal Immobilization | Seated Patient and Supine Patient
4. Bag-Valve-Mask Apneic Patient with a Pulse
5. Random Skill Station
• Long Bone Fracture Immobilization
• Joint Dislocation Immobilization
• Traction Splinting
• Bleeding Control/Shock Management
• Upper Airway Adjuncts and Suction
• Mouth-to-Mask with Supplemental Oxygen
• Supplemental Oxygen Administration

Self-tests/practice exams

The following study guides were designed to help you understand the nature of NREMT exam questions and format. Additionally, several have tips for successful test-taking.

EMT-Basic Self-Assessment Exam Preparation Review Manual	Mosby's EMT-B Certification Preparation and Review	EMT-Basic Review Manual for National Certification
Emergency Medical Technician: PreTest Self-Assessment and Review	EMT-B National Standard Review Self-Test	EMT-Basic Exam Review
Mastering the EMT-Basic Certification Exam	Aehlert's EMT-Basic Study Guide	EMT Basic Exam
EMT-Basic: Pearls of Wisdom	The EMT Basic Review	How to Prepare for the EMT Basic Exam

Study helpers

Each EMT-Basic textbook offers a free companion Web site that has a variety of interactive study materials. To access each companion site, see the

EMT-Basic Classroom Resource Guide.

Additionally, you may find these online resources helpful:

EMT Download Center - includes free, printable flashcards and an exclusive visual interpretation of the Patient Assessment-Medical skill sheet.

• EMT Secrets - this study guide comes in printed and e-book versions for each NREMT level of certification (for purchase).
• EMT-Basic Review - print and computer-based study resources available for purchase from EMSbooks.com.
• Knightlite Software - offers EMS exam preparation software (for purchase).
• Medical Terminology - interactive flashcards (free).

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Updated 01.28.06

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