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NBRC RPFT Exam Overview:
| Certification Vendor: | National Board for Respiratory Care (NBRC) |
|---|---|
| Exam Name: | Registry Examination for Advanced Pulmonary Function Technologists (RPFT) |
| Exam Number: | RPFT |
| Exam Duration: | Approximately 210 minutes |
| Related Certifications: | Certified Pulmonary Function Technologist (CPFT) Neonatal/Pediatric Respiratory Care Specialist (NPS) |
| Available Languages: | English |
| Real Exam Qty: | Approximately 115 multiple-choice questions |
| Certificate Validity Period: | 5 years (maintenance/renewal required per NBRC credentialing policy) |
| Exam Format: | Computer-based testing, Multiple-choice questions |
| Passing Score: | NBRC scaled score system; passing is determined by a cut score (exact value not publicly standardized in raw form) |
| Exam Price: | Approximately USD $200 (varies by location and NBRC updates) |
| Recommended Training: | NBRC Official Candidate Resources |
| Exam Registration: | NBRC Exam Application and Registration |
| Sample Questions: |  |
| Exam Way: | Computer-based exam at authorized testing centers (NBRC partner testing facilities) |
| Pre Condition: | Eligibility typically requires relevant respiratory care education or prior NBRC credential (e.g., CPFT) depending on pathway. |
| Official Syllabus URL: | https://www.nbrc.org |
NBRC RPFT Exam Syllabus Topics:
| Section | Objectives |
|---|---|
| Pulmonary Function Equipment and Quality Control | - Quality assurance and infection control procedures - Calibration and maintenance of spirometry systems |
| Cardiopulmonary Physiology and Interpretation | - Gas exchange and acid-base fundamentals - Interpretation of pulmonary function patterns (obstructive, restrictive, mixed) |
| Patient Assessment and Testing Principles | - Patient preparation and coaching techniques - Pulmonary function test indications and contraindications |
| Diffusion and Gas Exchange Testing | - DLCO testing principles and interpretation |
| Spirometry and Lung Volume Testing | - Lung volume measurement techniques - Forced vital capacity (FVC) and flow-volume loops |
| Safety, Infection Control, and Patient Care | - Infection prevention in pulmonary testing environments - Emergency procedures and patient safety monitoring |
RPFT Exam FAQs for 2026 Candidates
Which certification does the RPFT exam lead to?
The RPFT exam is the official National Board for Respiratory Care (NBRC) exam behind the Registered Pulmonary Function Technologist (RPFT) certification, validating the skills measured by the NBRC Registry Examination for Advanced Pulmonary Function Technologists credential. It sits at the Professional level of the National Board for Respiratory Care (NBRC) certification program. It also connects to Certified Pulmonary Function Technologist (CPFT), Neonatal/Pediatric Respiratory Care Specialist (NPS), so the knowledge you build here carries over to those tracks as well.
How many questions are on the RPFT exam, and how much time do I get?
The RPFT exam contains Approximately 115 multiple-choice questions questions to be completed within Approximately 210 minutes. Before exam day, divide the available time by the question count to work out a comfortable per-question pace, and mark any item that eats into it so you can return later instead of getting stuck. Timed sessions in the Getcertkey test engines make that pacing automatic — run at least two full-length mock exams under the clock so time pressure never becomes the reason you drop points.
What score do I need to pass the RPFT exam, and what does it cost?
The passing score for the RPFT exam is NBRC scaled score system; passing is determined by a cut score (exact value not publicly standardized in raw form), and the official registration fee is Approximately USD $200 (varies by location and NBRC updates). Retakes are not discounted — every new attempt means paying the full fee again — so it pays to measure yourself before you book. Work through the 117 practice questions on Getcertkey, sit a timed practice test, and schedule your exam only when your scores are consistently comfortable. That simple habit is the cheapest exam strategy there is.
Are there any prerequisites for the RPFT exam?
Eligibility typically requires relevant respiratory care education or prior NBRC credential (e.g., CPFT) depending on pathway. Requirements can change when National Board for Respiratory Care (NBRC) revises its certification program, so confirm the current eligibility rules on the official exam page before you register.
How do I register for the RPFT exam?
You can book the NBRC Registry Examination for Advanced Pulmonary Function Technologists exam through the official registration channels below:
As for delivery, the exam is offered in the following format: Computer-based exam at authorized testing centers (NBRC partner testing facilities). Choose the option that suits you best when you book your seat.
What official training is recommended for the RPFT exam?
National Board for Respiratory Care (NBRC) recommends the following training resources for the NBRC Registry Examination for Advanced Pulmonary Function Technologists exam:
Official courses build the foundation; the 117 practice questions from Getcertkey then show you how that knowledge is examined, so the two work best together.
Can I try the RPFT practice questions before I buy?
Yes. Getcertkey provides a free RPFT PDF demo so you can review the question style and answer quality before purchasing. Every purchase also includes 365 days of free updates — if NBRC revises the exam during that period, the updated material reaches you at no cost. Once the free-update year ends, you can extend your update service at a 50% discount.
What if I fail the RPFT exam, and how is my order delivered?
Every NBRC Registry Examination for Advanced Pulmonary Function Technologists purchase on Getcertkey is covered by a 100% money-back guarantee with clear conditions: if you take the corresponding exam within 60 days of your purchase and do not pass, you can claim a full refund by submitting a scanned copy of your exam enrollment slip and your official score report as a PDF within two days of the exam date; claims are processed within seven days of submission. The guarantee does not apply to exams taken within three days of purchase, to material that was downloaded but never used in an exam attempt, or to free products and expired orders, and the candidate name must match the payer name. If you would rather not take a refund, you can instead exchange your purchase for two free exam preparation products of equal value and keep the update service on your original product.
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What topics are covered in the RPFT exam?
The NBRC Registry Examination for Advanced Pulmonary Function Technologists exam blueprint is organized into 6 domains. The first three are:
- Patient Assessment and Testing Principles
- Cardiopulmonary Physiology and Interpretation
- Safety, Infection Control, and Patient Care
For the complete domain-by-domain breakdown, scroll up to the full exam topics outline above and use it to plan how you distribute your study time.
NBRC Registry Examination for Advanced Pulmonary Function Technologists Sample Questions:
Question 1
A comparison of two techniques for measuring Rawis shown below:
Which of the following should a pulmonary function technologist conclude?
A. Subjects 1 and 2 both have reactive airways.
B. Subject 1 panted too forcefully.
C. The system was calibrated for quiet breathing.
D. Results are consistent with the two methodologies.
Question 2
Pulmonary function tests performed on a patient with tracheal stenosis may demonstrate increased
A. Static compliance.
B. SVC.
C. FIF50.
D. Raw.
Question 3
A pulmonary function technologist is performing quality control on a nebulizer used in the 5-breath dosimeter bronchial challenge. The target output of the device is 0.09 mL, plus or minus 10%. After 10 actuations, the nebulizer output was 75 µL with a 2.0 mL initial saline dose in the nebulizer. The technologist should
A. Open the vent before starting the bronchial challenge.
B. Clean and reevaluate this nebulizer.
C. Accept the results and begin using the device.
D. Add an exhalation filter and proceed with testing patients.
Question 4
The following Levy-Jennings charts of control values are obtained:
Which of the following is the correct sequence of actions for a pulmonary function technologist to take?
1. Replace the oxygen electrode.
2. Check the temperature of the measuring chamber.
3. Run protein remover through the blood gas analyzer.
4. Replace the CO2electrode.
A. 3, then 1
B. 4, then 2
C. 2, then 3
D. 1, then 4
Question 5
The following data were obtained from a bronchial challenge test:
APC20of 2 mg/mL was obtained the next day in another laboratory. Which of the following is the most likely explanation for these data?
A. The spirometer accuracy drifted during the test.
B. Incorrect doses of methacholine were administered.
C. The two test results are within day-to-day variability.
D. The patient's effort was inconsistent.
Solutions:
| Question 1 Answer: D | Question 2 Answer: C | Question 3 Answer: C | Question 4 Answer: A | Question 5 Answer: A |
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