NBRC RPFT Exam Syllabus Topics:
| Section | Weight | Objectives |
|---|---|---|
| Topic 1: Respiratory Muscle Strength | 5% | - MIP and MEP Measurements
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| Topic 2: Equipment Operation and Calibration | 30% | - Infection Control
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| Topic 3: Patient Preparation and Assessment | 25% | - Patient Interview and History
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| Topic 4: Body Plethysmography | 10% | - Lung Volume Measurement
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| Topic 5: Data Quality, Analysis, and Reporting | 5% | - Quality Control
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| Topic 6: Spirometry | 15% | - Measurement and Calculation
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| Topic 7: Diffusion Capacity (DLCO) | 10% | - Test Performance
|
NBRC Registry Examination for Advanced Pulmonary Function Technologists Sample Questions:
Question #1
After finishing the exercise portion of a test for exercise-induced bronchospasm, a patient complains of difficulty "catching her breath." A pulmonary function technologist should
A. Give the patient a bronchodilator.
B. Administer oxygen at 2 L/min.
C. Instruct the patient to breathe normally.
D. Have the patient perform an FVC maneuver.
Question #2
During an exercise study, a pulmonary function technologist notices the systolic blood pressure increased to
270 mm Hg using an automated cuff. Which of the following should the technologist do?
A. Continue the test if within 5 minutes of completion.
B. Continue the test and recheck blood pressure using manual cuff method.
C. Terminate the test at this time and recheck blood pressure.
D. Terminate the test and administer oxygen by nasal cannula.
Question #3
A treadmill is set so that the belt rises 1 ft in a horizontal distance of 10 ft at 3 mph. The percent grade indicator should read
A. 1.0%
B. 10.0%
C. 30.0%
D. 3.0%
Question #4
A 40-year-old woman with a recent onset of asthma is receiving education regarding her newly prescribed medications. Which of the following will most likely cause her to experience hoarseness?
A. Anti-lgE immunizations
B. Inhaled corticosteroid
C. Leukotriene antagonist
D. Short acting beta2-agonist
Question #5
The ECG above is recorded during the recovery phase immediately following termination of an ergo meter exercise study. A pulmonary function technologist should
A. Check the electrode connections
B. Continue the cool-down phase
C. Initiate chest compressions
D. Have the patient lie down
Solutions:
| Question #1 Correct Answer: A | Question #2 Correct Answer: D | Question #3 Correct Answer: D | Question #4 Correct Answer: C | Question #5 Correct Answer: C |
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