EMT Crash Course Book + Online

by Christopher Coughlin

REA’s EMT Crash Course

Everything you need for the exam – in a fast review format!

REA’s EMT Crash Course is the first book of its kind for the last-minute studier or any prospective Emergency Medical Technician who wants a quick refresher before taking the NREMT Certification Exam. This Crash Course is based on a careful analysis of the exam’s content and actual test questions.

Targeted, Focused Review – Study Only What You Need to Know
Written by an EMS Program Director and NREMT paramedic with years of first-hand experience and classroom instruction, our easy-to-read format provides you with a crash course in the major concepts, terms, and facts you need to know to succeed on the EMT exam.

The targeted review chapters in outline style cover all the official test categories found on the EMT airway and breathing, cardiology, medical, obstetrics and pediatrics, and trauma. The author also explains the structure of the exam and shows you how to answer questions quickly and correctly.

Expert Test-taking Strategies
Our experienced EMT author explains the structure of the NREMT Certification Exam, so you know what to expect on test day. He also shares detailed question-level strategies and shows you the best way to answer questions. By following our expert tips and advice, you can score higher on every section of the exam.

Must-know Key Terms
Knowing the right medical terminology can make a real difference in your test score. That’s why we give you a glossary of more than 400 EMT terms you need to know before you take your exam.

Take REA’s Online Practice Exam
After studying the material in the EMT Crash Course , go online and test what you’ve learned. Our free practice exam features timed testing, diagnostic feedback, detailed explanations of answers, and automatic scoring analysis. The exam is balanced to include every topic and type of question found on the actual EMT exam, so you know you’re studying the smart way.

No matter how or when you prepare for the EMT exam, REA’s EMT Crash Course will show you how to study efficiently and strategically, so you can get a great score!  

Genres: Medical, Medicine, Health Care, Science

352 pages, Paperback

First published January 17, 2012

Reviews

[Rory McGrath · Rating 5 out of 5]

Loved it. Read it in two days back in June. BUT forgot to cancel my free trial on July 24 so I had to pay $11.99 🥲. Since I already payed for another month might as well read it again 🌞❤️‍🔥🍠😎

Someone please remind me to cancel before August 24🙏

[Daniel · Rating 4 out of 5]

Passed my NREMT exam first try. After the semester long course I could only get an appointment 2 months afterwards. I used this book and the flash card book almost solely. This crash course book was great to read through the chapters and get the essentials. I think it did a wonderful job of laying out the information in an easy to read and digest format. I would recommend this to someone studying.

[Jennifer · Rating 5 out of 5]

A great overview of material to be used in conjunction with other resources.

[kathy]

um yeah

[Thomas Anderson · Rating 5 out of 5]

Must have!! I used this book, passed my NREMT first try.

It does an excellent job of summarizing all the information from every lesson in an easy to read (and remember) format.

[Eliza · Rating 5 out of 5]

Healpful to study

[Joanna Yao · Rating 5 out of 5]

good riddance (unironically, a super great crash course and the reason i passed).

[yui · Rating 4 out of 5]

Doesn’t go into much detail at times, but a decent book to review. I passed the exam.

[Instinct Survivalist · Rating 5 out of 5]

Very helpful for studying. Does not replace course material.

[Shamiya · Rating 4 out of 5]

Used this to review for my NREMT exam, and I passed on my first try! I was really nervous because everyone kept telling me that the longer I waited the less likely I would be the past and I literally waited. Basically the whole year after completing my EMT course because I was in school in between time. And I’m a major cramer, so this really was a good resource for me, considering the fact that all odds were basically against me lol. It’s very concise including pretty much all the necessary things to know. It is sort of written in subject and then bullet form, which was just sometimes hard to follow for my brain. But overall good for studying!

[Ronnie Fairley · Rating 2 out of 5]

Good book. I used it in my summer 2023 accelerated EMT course semester. The only issue is that it will eventually be dated. Basis Life-Support EMT course has been expanded since this book's release in 2018. The study habits and practices in the book can still be applied today. The study tips are constructive when it comes to passing the EMT test.

[Sarika · Rating 4 out of 5]

i highly recommend this book because i took my nremt this morning and i passed...anyways i spent 2 weeks studying: one week reading this book and one week doing just practice questions and exams. this book does cover a lot BUT it definitely does not cover everything you need to know so use other resources as well...

[Patrick Gipson · Rating 5 out of 5]

Good read

Easy to read and easy to understand. A lot of junk taken out and let's you focus on the primary points of being a Medic.

[Daniel Houck · Rating 5 out of 5]

Great practice or refresher tool. Basically shows skill sheets in a clear step by step format.

[Ann Cathey · Rating 5 out of 5]

An excellent read for EMTs, whether for study or a refresher. Also great information for survivalists, writers, or anyone with an interest in emergency medical treatment.

[Caid · Rating 5 out of 5]

This was a good refresher for my re-certification. Still applicable.

[Skye Croom · Rating 5 out of 5]

Great nightly review for winding down to sleep. Concise

[Shanita · Rating 5 out of 5]

This book helped me pass my state test!

[Bechorah Aguoru · Rating 5 out of 5]

so helpful for registry