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Top 10 Most Challenging Topics on the NBRC-RRT Exam: What You Need to Know

October 16, 2024

Are you gearing up for the NBRC-RRT exam? You’re not alone in feeling the pressure. With a pass rate of only about 61%, this exam is known for its complexity and depth. But don’t worry […]

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NBRC RRT Board Exams

How to Pass the NBRC RRT Clinical Simulation Exam (CSE)

November 21, 2022

The NBRC clinical simulation exam has the distinction of being the hardest exam to pass of all allied health fields. This includes nursing, radiology, physical therapy and laboratory technician board exams. With a current pass […]

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The “Nice to Know” among the “Need to Know” of the TMC and CSE

February 10, 2021

It’s no secret that both the Therapist Multiple Choice (TMC) exam and Clinical Simulations Exam (CSE) are designed to be challenging. Atop your RT education which no doubt took grit to finish, you now are […]

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How to Pass the NBRC RRT Exam Information Gathering Section: When to order and how to interpret the CBC

October 18, 2019

The complete blood count (CBC) is a frequent option on the NBRC Clinical Simulation Exam. When appropriate to order, the CBC will often be worth +1 point as part of the Information Gathering section.  The […]

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How to Pass the NBRC Clinical Simulation Exam Information Gathering Section Using this 4 Stage Strategy

October 10, 2019

Ahh, the NBRC’s dreaded Clinical Sims Examination, a one way ticket to a full-blown panic attack for any fresh RT graduate hoping to earn their RRT. Luckily there are methods that can help you navigate […]

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Important Changes Coming to The National Board of Respiratory Care (NBRC) Credentialing Exams

September 29, 2019

The NBRC has instituted new changes to the Clinical Simulation Examination (CSE) (opens in a new tab)”>Therapist Multiple-Choice Examination (TMC) and the Clinical Simulation Examination (CSE) starting on January 15, 2020. The new TMC Detailed […]

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  • Graphic comparing NBRC exams—“Old: TMC & CSE” vs “New: RTE”—with an arrow between them under the headline “2027 Respiratory Therapy Exam.”
    The NBRC’s New Respiratory Therapy Exam (2027): What’s Changing vs. Today’s TMC & CSE
    August 22, 2025
  • How to Avoid CSE Exam Pitfalls
    March 31, 2025
  • Ultimate Guide to NBRC Credentialing Challenges
    March 27, 2025
  • TMC vs. CSE: Exam Day Differences
    March 1, 2025
  • Why Students Fail the TMC Exam: Key Reasons
    February 25, 2025
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