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Key Facts: Revalida Kinesiología UChile Exam

20 UTM

Total Process Fee

Facultad de Medicina UChile / D.E. N° 384 de 2026 MINEDUC

60%

Passing Standard

Reglamento de Reválida Escuela de Kinesiología Universidad de Chile

70–80%

Curricular Equivalence Gate

Comisión de Reválida Escuela de Kinesiología UChile

3 Attempts

Maximum Allowed

Decreto Universitario Exento N° 0030.203 (Art. 20)

2 Years

Process Time Limit

Facultad de Medicina UChile Normativa Oficial

Theory + 7-Station ECOE

Exam Components

Escuela de Kinesiología UChile Procedimientos de Reválida

4 Core Areas

Theoretical Blueprint

Escuela de Kinesiología UChile (Respiratorio, Neuro, Músculo, Ética)

D.S. 41 / 2012

Clinical Record Rule

Biblioteca del Congreso Nacional de Chile (BCN)

The Universidad de Chile Kinesiology Revalidation Exam is a standardized theoretical written test and 7-station ECOE practical evaluation for foreign-trained physiotherapists under DU Exento 0030.203/2005 and DS 174/2024. It requires 70–80% curricular equivalence, costs 20 UTM total, requires a 60% pass mark on 4 theoretical areas and 7 ECOE stations, and permits 3 attempts within 2 years.

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1What is the physiological objective of the slow total expiration with open glottis in the infralateral position (ELTGOL) technique in respiratory physiotherapy?
A.Facilitate airway clearance of secretions located in the peripheral and middle bronchial tree of the dependent infralateral lung by maximizing expiratory alveolar deflation and airflow velocity
B.Induce rapid forced alveolar collapse in the non-dependent supralateral lung
C.Provide positive end-expiratory pressure to open occluded larynx
D.Suppress physiological diaphragmatic excursion
Explanation: ELTGOL is an active-assisted airway clearance technique performed in lateral decubitus. Positioning the affected lung inferiorly (infralateral) places it at a lower lung volume where expiratory compression increases airflow velocity, facilitating the mobilization of secretions from peripheral to central airways without inducing bronchial collapse.
2In a 6-month-old infant with acute bronchiolitis presenting with moderate bronchial obstruction, which airway clearance technique utilizes gentle, progressive thoracic-abdominal compression during expiration to clear secretions without triggering bronchospasm?
A.Slow Expiration with Open Glottis / Increased Expiratory Flow (Aumento de Flujo Espiratorio - AFE lento)
B.Forced high-velocity coughing (AFE rápido)
C.Traditional heavy mechanical percussion (clapping) during inspiration
D.Immediate endotracheal suctioning without clinical indication
Explanation: Slow Increased Expiratory Flow (AFE lento) is the evidence-based airway clearance technique in infants. Slow, gentle, synchronized thoraco-abdominal compression at tidal breathing mobilizes peripheral secretions without triggering the dynamic airway collapse or reflex bronchospasm caused by rapid forced maneuvers.
3According to the Chilean modified Tal score for evaluating acute lower respiratory tract obstruction in infants, what four clinical parameters are scored from 0 to 3 points each?
A.Respiratory Rate, Wheezing (Auscultation), Cyanosis, and Retractions (Accessory muscle use)
B.Body temperature, Blood pressure, Heart rate, and Capillary refill
C.Stridor, Barking cough, Hoarseness, and Drooling
D.Oxygen saturation, Peak expiratory flow, PaCO2, and Hemoglobin
Explanation: The modified Tal score evaluates pediatric bronchial obstruction severity (0–12 points) based on: 1) Respiratory Rate (stratified by age <6m or >=6m), 2) Wheezing (none, end-expiratory, entire expiration, audible without stethoscope), 3) Cyanosis (none, perioral on crying, perioral at rest, generalized at rest), and 4) Retractions (none, subcostal, intercostal, suprasternal/supraclavicular).
4What is the primary physiological mechanism of High-Flow Nasal Cannula (CNAF / HFNC) oxygen therapy in acute hypoxemic respiratory failure?
A.Delivers heated, fully humidified gas up to 60 L/min, flushes anatomical nasopharyngeal dead space (reducing work of breathing), matches patient peak inspiratory flow, and generates a modest positive airway pressure (2–5 cmH2O)
B.Induces complete pharmacological neuromuscular paralysis of the upper airway
C.Delivers 100% dry cold gas to trigger airway vasoconstriction
D.Replaces invasive mechanical ventilation in all cases of cardiac arrest
Explanation: High-Flow Nasal Cannula (CNAF) delivers heated (37°C) and humidified gas at flow rates up to 60 L/min. It washes out CO2 from upper airway anatomical dead space, provides flow meeting or exceeding inspiratory demand, lowers breathing work, and generates modest PEEP.
5When setting up Non-Invasive Ventilation (NIV / BiPAP) for an adult with an acute hypercapnic COPD exacerbation, what does the difference between Inspiratory Positive Airway Pressure (IPAP) and Expiratory Positive Airway Pressure (EPAP) represent?
A.Pressure Support (PS = IPAP - EPAP), which directly determines the delivered tidal volume and alveolar ventilation to blow off PaCO2
B.Intrinsic PEEP (PEEPi)
C.Fraction of inspired oxygen (FiO2)
D.Airway resistance across the ventilator tubing
Explanation: In BiPAP, Pressure Support = IPAP minus EPAP. Increasing the pressure support delta increases tidal volume, alveolar ventilation, and CO2 clearance. EPAP counteracts intrinsic PEEP and prevents upper airway collapse.
6What is the formula for calculating Static Respiratory System Compliance (Cstat) in a mechanically ventilated patient in volume-controlled mode?
A.Cstat = Tidal Volume / (Plateau Pressure - Total PEEP)
B.Cstat = (Peak Pressure - Plateau Pressure) / Inspiratory Flow
C.Cstat = Peak Pressure x Respiratory Rate
D.Cstat = Minute Ventilation / PaO2
Explanation: Static compliance measures the elastic recoil of the lungs and chest wall during an end-inspiratory pause (zero flow): Cstat = Vt / (Pplat - PEEP). Normal values in intubated adults are 50–80 mL/cmH2O; in ARDS, compliance drops <30–40 mL/cmH2O.
7In a mechanically ventilated patient with ARDS, what is the 'Driving Pressure' (Presión de Conducción), and what clinical threshold is targeted to reduce mortality?
A.Driving Pressure = Plateau Pressure minus PEEP (Pplat - PEEP); targeted <=14–15 cmH2O
B.Driving Pressure = Peak Pressure plus PEEP; targeted >35 cmH2O
C.Driving Pressure = Mean Airway Pressure divided by Tidal Volume; targeted <5 cmH2O
D.Driving Pressure = Inspiratory Time multiplied by Flow; targeted >50 cmH2O
Explanation: Driving pressure (Delta P = Pplat - PEEP, also equivalent to Vt / Cstat) reflects the strain on functional aerated lung tissue ('baby lung'). Amato et al. demonstrated that maintaining Delta P <=14–15 cmH2O is strongly correlated with increased survival in ARDS.
8What is the primary indicator of patient readiness for extubation evaluated during a Spontaneous Breathing Trial (SBT) using the Tobin Index (Rapid Shallow Breathing Index - RSBI)?
A.RSBI = Respiratory Rate (breaths/min) / Tidal Volume (Liters); a value <105 breaths/min/L indicates high probability of successful weaning
B.RSBI = Heart Rate / Blood Pressure; value >200 indicates weaning success
C.RSBI = PaO2 / FiO2; value <100 indicates readiness
D.RSBI = PEEP x 10; value >15 indicates extubation readiness
Explanation: The Rapid Shallow Breathing Index (RSBI / Tobin index) is evaluated during 1–2 minutes of spontaneous breathing on a T-piece or minimal pressure support. RSBI = f / Vt (in liters). An RSBI <105 accurately predicts successful weaning, whereas >105 indicates rapid shallow breathing and weaning failure.
9Which respiratory muscle is the primary muscle of inspiration in healthy human breathing, accounting for approximately 70–80% of tidal volume at rest?
A.Diaphragm
B.Sternocleidomastoid
C.Internal intercostals
D.Rectus abdominis
Explanation: The diaphragm (innervated by the phrenic nerve C3–C5) is the primary inspiratory muscle. Its downward contraction increases vertical and cross-sectional thoracic cavity dimensions, creating negative intrapleural pressure that draws air into the lungs.
10What is the primary physiological mechanism of pursed-lip breathing (respiración con labios fruncidos) practiced by patients with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD)?
A.Creates positive back-pressure inside the airways during expiration, shifting the Equal Pressure Point (EPP) upstream to prevent premature dynamic airway collapse and air trapping
B.Increases dead space ventilation by 200%
C.Triggers rapid bronchoconstriction
D.Eliminates the functional residual capacity entirely
Explanation: Pursed-lip breathing generates resistance at the mouth, building positive internal airway pressure throughout expiration. This maintains internal pressure above pleural pressure, preventing small airway collapse, reducing dynamic hyperinflation (air trapping), and slowing respiratory rate.

About the Revalida Kinesiología UChile Exam

The Examen de Reválida de Título de Kinesiólogo(a) is the official standardized examination administered by the Escuela de Kinesiología of the Facultad de Medicina at Universidad de Chile under Decreto Universitario Exento N° 0030.203 and Decreto Supremo N° 174 of 2024 MINEDUC. Under Chilean health legislation (Código Sanitario Art. 112), Kinesiólogos are autonomous healthcare professionals playing a central role in respiratory therapy, intensive care, musculoskeletal rehabilitation, and neurological rehabilitation across all levels of care. The examination assesses four fundamental domains: Respiratory Care (Adult & Pediatric), Neurokinesiology, Musculoskeletal Kinesiology, and Ethics, Legislation & Clinical Record Documentation. Candidates who achieve at least 60% in the written exam advance to a 7-station ECOE practical examination at the Centro de Habilidades Clínicas. Language and format disclosure: the real examination is administered in person in Santiago in Spanish and includes a clinical performance ECOE. This bank is an English-language multiple-choice study adaptation designed to master clinical kinesiology reasoning and Chilean healthcare documentation standards.

Assessment

Two mandatory phases: Phase 1 is a standardized written theoretical examination (quarterly, sede Eloísa Díaz) covering respiratory care, neurokinesiology, musculoskeletal kinesiology, and ethics/clinical records; passing with >=60% is a prerequisite to enter Phase 2, which is an ECOE (OSCE) practical evaluation across 7 clinical stations (Columna, Extremidades, Respiratorio Adulto, Respiratorio Infantil, Neuro Adulto, Neuro Infantil, and Registro de Ficha Clínica).

Time Limit

Quarterly written theoretical examination session (approx. 3–4 hours) followed by scheduled ECOE practical circuit

Passing Score

Minimum 60% correct answers (approved/failed only) on both theoretical and ECOE components

Exam Fee

20 UTM (2 UTM Prorrectoría + 3 UTM study + 15 UTM examination) (Universidad de Chile — Facultad de Medicina, Escuela de Kinesiología (under D.U. Exento N° 0030.203 of 2005, D.F.L. N° 153 of 1981, and D.S. N° 174 of 2024 MINEDUC))

Revalida Kinesiología UChile Exam Content Outline

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Cuidados Respiratorios (Adulto e Infantil)

Physiology of respiration, respiratory mechanics (compliance, airway resistance, work of breathing), conventional and advanced airway clearance techniques (ACTs: ELTGOL, AFE, drainage, autogenic drainage, manual vibrations), aerosol therapy and inhaler techniques, Non-Invasive Ventilation (NIV: CPAP, BiPAP) and High-Flow Nasal Cannula (CNAF), invasive mechanical ventilation modes (VCV, PCV, PSV), patient-ventilator synchrony, lung-protective ventilation in ARDS, prone positioning protocols, respiratory assessment in pediatric acute lower respiratory tract infections (IRA, bronchiolitis, modified Tal score), and chronic respiratory disease rehabilitation (COPD, asthma, bronchiectasis).

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Neurokinesiología (Adulto e Infantil)

Neuroanatomy and neurophysiology of motor control and motor learning, clinical evaluation of the neurological patient, stroke neurorehabilitation (acute and subacute rehabilitation pathways, task-oriented training, constraint-induced movement therapy), Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI / Glasgow Outcome Scale), Spinal Cord Injury assessment using the American Spinal Injury Association (ASIA) Impairment Scale, management of spasticity and hypertonia (Modified Ashworth Scale, Tardieu Scale), neurodegenerative disorders (Parkinson's disease, Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis, Multiple Sclerosis), and pediatric neurodevelopmental evaluation (Cerebral Palsy classification with Gross Motor Function Classification System - GMFCS, developmental delay, and Bobath/NDT concepts).

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Kinesiología Músculo-esquelética

Functional biomechanics and pathomechanics of the spine and peripheral joints, orthopedic physical examination (special orthopedic tests: Lachman, pivot shift, McMurray, Hawkins-Kennedy, Neer, empty can, slump test, Lasègue/straight leg raise), rehabilitation protocols following Anterior Cruciate Ligament (ACL) reconstruction, meniscal repairs, and rotator cuff repairs, clinical management of tendinopathies (isometric, isotonic, and eccentric exercise loading protocols), spine disorders (cervical and lumbar radiculopathy, mechanical low back pain, motor control exercises), joint osteoarthritis rehabilitation, orthopedic manual therapy principles, and evidence-based therapeutic exercise dosage and return-to-activity progression.

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Aspectos Éticos, Legales y Registro Clínico

Chilean health legislation governing professional practice (Código Sanitario Article 112), Ley N° 20.584 on Patient Rights and Duties, Decreto Supremo N° 41 of 2012 (Reglamento sobre Fichas Clínicas) and standard rules for physical therapy documentation (SOAP notes, progress records, confidentiality), Informed Consent in physiotherapy interventions, Chilean Explicit Health Guarantees (GES/AUGE) framework applied to kinesiology (e.g., respiratory disease programs Sala IRA/ERA, stroke rehabilitation, joint replacement rehabilitation, Parkinson's disease), healthcare-associated infection (IAAS) prevention in physical therapy, and professional ethics and bioethical principles (autonomy, beneficence, non-maleficence, justice).

How to Pass the Revalida Kinesiología UChile Exam

What You Need to Know

  • Passing score: Minimum 60% correct answers (approved/failed only) on both theoretical and ECOE components
  • Assessment: Two mandatory phases: Phase 1 is a standardized written theoretical examination (quarterly, sede Eloísa Díaz) covering respiratory care, neurokinesiology, musculoskeletal kinesiology, and ethics/clinical records; passing with >=60% is a prerequisite to enter Phase 2, which is an ECOE (OSCE) practical evaluation across 7 clinical stations (Columna, Extremidades, Respiratorio Adulto, Respiratorio Infantil, Neuro Adulto, Neuro Infantil, and Registro de Ficha Clínica).
  • Time limit: Quarterly written theoretical examination session (approx. 3–4 hours) followed by scheduled ECOE practical circuit
  • Exam fee: 20 UTM (2 UTM Prorrectoría + 3 UTM study + 15 UTM examination)

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Revalida Kinesiología UChile Study Tips from Top Performers

1Master the physiology and clinical application of Airway Clearance Techniques (ACTs: ELTGOL, AFE, autogenic drainage, slow expiration with glottis open) and modified Tal score in pediatric respiratory physiotherapy.
2Review the ASIA Impairment Scale for Spinal Cord Injury classification (key sensory points, motor levels, incomplete vs complete classifications A–E).
3Memorize the GMFCS (Gross Motor Function Classification System) Levels I to V in pediatric cerebral palsy.
4Understand the mechanics of Non-Invasive Ventilation (IPAP/EPAP titration) and ARDS lung-protective mechanical ventilation protocols (6 mL/kg PBW, prone positioning).
5Thoroughly review clinical record documentation standards under Chilean Decreto Supremo N° 41 of 2012 and Ley N° 20.584 on Patient Rights and Duties.
6Practice special orthopedic examination maneuvers (Lachman, pivot shift, Hawkins-Kennedy, Neer, straight leg raise/Lasègue) and evidence-based progressive loading for tendinopathies.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the Universidad de Chile Kinesiology Revalidation Exam?

It is the standardized academic evaluation administered by the Escuela de Kinesiología of the Facultad de Medicina at Universidad de Chile under Decreto Universitario Exento N° 0030.203 of 2005 and Decreto Supremo N° 174 of 2024 to revalidate foreign physical therapy/kinesiology degrees and confer the Chilean professional title of Kinesiólogo(a).

Who must take this revalidation examination?

Foreign-trained physical therapists and physiotherapists who earned their degree outside Chile and wish to practice legally in Chile and register with the Superintendencia de Salud, other than those qualifying for direct treaty recognition through Minrel.

What are the entry prerequisites for the examination?

Candidates must submit apostilled academic credentials and detailed transcripts to the Prorrectoría and Facultad de Medicina. The Escuela de Kinesiología evaluation committee must confirm that the candidate's prior curriculum achieves at least 70–80% equivalence with the Chilean university kinesiology curriculum before authorizing examination registration.

What is the format, pass mark, and attempt limit?

The examination consists of a written multiple-choice theoretical exam covering four core kinesiology domains, followed by a 7-station ECOE practical examination at the Centro de Habilidades Clínicas (Columna, Extremidades, Respiratorio Adulto, Respiratorio Infantil, Neuro Adulto, Neuro Infantil, and Registro Clínico). Both stages require a passing grade of >=60%. Candidates have up to three attempts in total within two years.

What are the fees for kinesiology degree revalidation in Chile?

Under current regulations, the total fee is 20 UTM: 2 UTM for Prorrectoría document intake, 3 UTM for faculty curricular evaluation, and 15 UTM for the theoretical and ECOE practical examinations. Upon passing, diploma issuance costs $52.000 CLP and certificate issuance costs $26.000 CLP.

Is this practice question bank in Spanish or English?

This bank is an English-language multiple-choice study adaptation designed to master the clinical kinesiology reasoning, respiratory protocols, biomechanical concepts, and Chilean healthcare documentation standards tested on the exam. The official Chilean examination is conducted in person in Spanish.