Free printable
NREMT study checklist.
Four weeks, one box at a time. Print it, tape it above your desk, and check off every line before test day.
Week 1
Airway, respiration & ventilation
- Review airway anatomy and normal respiratory physiology
- Adjuncts: OPA/NPA sizing and insertion; suctioning rules
- BVM technique, rates, and signs of adequate ventilation
- Oxygen delivery devices and flow rates (NC, NRB, BVM, CPAP)
- Respiratory distress vs failure vs arrest — decision points
- Asthma, COPD, pulmonary edema, pneumothorax presentations
- Pulse oximetry and capnography interpretation basics
- Take 50 practice questions on airway; log missed topics
Week 2
Cardiology & medical emergencies
- ACS presentation, aspirin/nitro indications and contraindications
- CHF vs COPD differentiation
- Cardiac arrest sequence, AED use, CPR quality metrics
- Stroke scales and time-critical stroke care
- Diabetic emergencies: hypo vs hyperglycemia
- Seizures, syncope, and altered mental status differentials
- Anaphylaxis vs allergic reaction and epinephrine dosing
- Toxicology basics: opioids, stimulants, organophosphates, CO
- Take 50 practice questions on cardiology + medical
Week 3
Trauma & shock
- Scene size-up, MOI, and primary assessment order
- DCAP-BTLS secondary assessment sequence
- Hemorrhage control: pressure, tourniquet, wound packing
- Shock types: hypovolemic, cardiogenic, distributive, obstructive
- Head, spine, chest, and abdominal trauma red flags
- Burns: TBSA, depth, and Rule of Nines
- Musculoskeletal injuries, splinting, and traction
- Trauma triage criteria and transport decisions
- Take 50 practice questions on trauma; review every rationale
Week 4
OB, peds, operations & full-length exams
- Normal delivery steps and complications (prolapsed cord, breech)
- Neonatal resuscitation and APGAR scoring
- Pediatric assessment triangle and pediatric vital ranges
- Geriatric assessment differences and polypharmacy
- Behavioral emergencies and restraint safety
- EMS operations: scene safety, MCI/START triage, HazMat zones
- Medical-legal: consent, refusal, HIPAA, documentation
- Take a full-length timed mock exam (70–120 questions)
- Review every missed question and re-drill your two weakest topics
Exam week
Final countdown
- Confirm your test date, time, and testing center address
- Print your authorization to test (ATT) and check your ID requirements
- Two full-length timed practice exams, no notes
- Re-read rationales for every question you missed all month
- Light review only the day before — no cramming
- Sleep 7–8 hours the two nights before the exam
- Eat a real meal, arrive 30 minutes early, leave notes in the car
Work the checklist with real questions
Every week ends with practice questions. Start with a free test, then drill by topic.