Learning Center

Core respiratory care topics for the NBRC exams, organized for focused study.

Learning Modules

14 comprehensive modules covering every NBRC exam topic

01Respiratory PharmacologyMaster every drug an RT uses — bronchodilators, steroids, mucolytics, surfactants, and more.intermediate · 90 minintermediate90 min
02Mechanical VentilationMaster ventilator modes, initial settings, troubleshooting, weaning, and complications.advanced · 120 minadvanced120 min
03Arterial Blood Gas InterpretationMaster systematic ABG interpretation including primary disorders, compensation, and mixed disturbances.intermediate · 75 minintermediate75 min
04Pulmonary Function TestingInterpret spirometry, lung volumes, DLCO, and flow-volume loops with confidence.intermediate · 80 minintermediate80 min
05Hemodynamic MonitoringUnderstand pulmonary artery catheters, cardiac output, vascular resistance, and hemodynamic profiles.advanced · 90 minadvanced90 min
06Adult Critical CareMaster ARDS, sepsis, shock management, and multisystem critical illness for the NBRC exam.advanced · 100 minadvanced100 min
07Neonatal Respiratory CareMaster RDS, BPD, PPHN, surfactant therapy, and neonatal ventilation strategies.advanced · 90 minadvanced90 min
08Pediatric Respiratory CareCroup, epiglottitis, bronchiolitis, asthma, and pediatric airway emergencies.intermediate · 75 minintermediate75 min
09Airway ManagementIntubation techniques, tracheostomy care, artificial airway management, and difficult airway algorithms.advanced · 85 minadvanced85 min
10Pulmonary Disease ProcessesCOPD, asthma, cystic fibrosis, ILD, pneumonia, pulmonary embolism, and lung cancer.intermediate · 95 minintermediate95 min
11Oxygen TherapyDelivery systems, FiO2 calculations, indications, complications, and oxygen toxicity.beginner · 60 minbeginner60 min
12Cardiopulmonary DiagnosticsCXR interpretation, ECG basics, cardiac markers, and diagnostic procedures.intermediate · 70 minintermediate70 min
13Laboratory ValuesCBC, BMP, CMP, coagulation studies, cultures, and critical lab values for respiratory care.beginner · 55 minbeginner55 min
14Sleep MedicineOSA diagnosis, CPAP titration, PSG interpretation, hypoventilation syndromes, and home ventilation.intermediate · 65 minintermediate65 min