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NBRC RPFT Exam
Registry Examination for Advanced Pulmonary Function Technologists (Page 3 )

Updated On: 7-Feb-2026
Page 3 of 24
PDF with 111 Questions



The ECG above is recorded during the recovery phase immediately following termination of an ergo meter exercise study. A pulmonary function technologist should

  1. Initiate chest compressions
  2. Have the patient lie down
  3. Check the electrode connections
  4. Continue the cool-down phase

Answer(s): A



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

  1. 30.0%
  2. 1.0%
  3. 3.0%
  4. 10.0%

Answer(s): C



Which of the following is a suitable policy for following Standard Precautions in a pulmonary function laboratory?

  1. Eye protection is required when obtaining ABGs from patients with hepatitis.
  2. Reusable mouthpieces should be disposed when a patient has a history of tuberculosis.
  3. Gloves are optional when obtaining arterial blood samples using a kit
  4. Reusable mouthpieces should be disinfected between each patient.

Answer(s): B



Pulmonary function tests performed on a patient with tracheal stenosis may demonstrate increased

  1. SVC.
  2. Static compliance.
  3. Raw.
  4. FIF50.

Answer(s): D



Which of the following is the most reliable indicator that a patient has achieved his maximum exercise capacity during a progressive exercise (stress) test?

  1. Respiratory exchange ratio greater than 0.8
  2. Heart rate of 210/min
  3. VO2remains stable with increasing workload
  4. Minute ventilation greater than 170 L/min

Answer(s): C






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