Test Q&A
• How much is the test?
– $70
• When can I take it?
– Once you receive the authorization to test from
NREMT. ( www.nremt.org
).
• Where do I take it?
– At a NREMT approved testing center. Several in AZ.
• When will I get the results?
– Usually available within 24 hours at nremt.org.

Test Q&A
• The test ends for one of three reasons:
– You pass or fail the test.
– 2 hour time limit is reached.
– You answer the maximum 120 Question

What’s on the EMT Test?
85% Adult / 15% Peds
(Excluding Operations)

Things to Note!
• Stroke related questions included in Cardiac/Resusc category
• No going back on test
• Questions will be task related
• Importance of tasks are based upon:
– Frequency (never – over once per week)
– Potential of harm (little potential – extreme potential)

National Registry…
• Likes
– Scenario based questions
– Priority of treatment questions
– Questions related to tasks with a high potential for harm if not performed competently.
• Does NOT Like
– “all of the above”
– “none of the above”
– “except”
– Unnecessary verbiage

Help Me Get Ready!
• Make Flashcards!
– Read actively (and make flashcards)
– Seek questions (and make flashcards)
• Studying Flashcards!
– Prioritize topics (weakest to strongest)
– Keep cards with you and review frequently

Good Flashcard
Medical (pharmacology)
Indications for nitroglycerin

Bad Flashcard
Know everything about nitroglycerin

I Still Want More
• If you have more questions, or want more resources to help get ready for the NREMT exam, contact chris.coughlin@gcmail.maricopa.edu
for help.