Does the PRC Respiratory Therapists Licensure Examination exist?

Yes. PRC publishes a Respiratory Therapy Professional Regulatory Board page, RA 10024 board law, PRC requirements, the February 2026 revised program, the 2026 examination schedule, and February 2026 RTLE result notice.

What is the official 2026 RTLE schedule?

The PRC 2026 schedule lists Respiratory Therapists (CBLE) on February 09 and 10, 2026, with filing from November 11, 2025 to January 12, 2026 and target result release on February 13, 2026. PRC posted the February 2026 results on February 11, 2026.

How long is the RTLE?

The revised February 2026 PRC program lists 45 minutes for general instructions and forms, then four subject sessions: Diagnostics from 8:00 to 10:30 a.m., Pathophysiology from 12:30 to 3:00 p.m., Respiratory Care from 8:00 to 10:30 a.m., and Neonatal and Pediatric Respiratory Care from 12:30 to 3:30 p.m.

How many questions are on the RTLE?

The official public sources reviewed do not publish a current total RTLE item count. The revised February 2026 PRC program publishes subject weights and times but not the number of items, so this metadata is marked pending instead of guessing.

What score is required to pass?

RA 10024 states that a candidate must obtain a general average of 75 percent with no grade lower than 60 percent in any given subject.

How much is the examination fee?

The PRC Respiratory Therapy requirements list payment of P900.00 for a complete examination.

What are the core filing requirements?

PRC lists BS Respiratory Therapy, PSA birth certificate, PSA marriage contract for married female applicants where applicable, TOR with board-exam remarks, valid NBI clearance for first timers and repeaters, certification of ten months or 1,500 hours of clinical internship, three notarized certificates of good moral character, CAV for schools without SO number, and payment of the examination fee.

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February 2026 PRC subject sessions: Diagnostics, Pathophysiology, Respiratory Care, and Neonatal and Pediatric Respiratory Care

PRC revised February 2026 RTLE Program

25%

weight of each PRC subject session in the revised February 2026 program

PRC revised February 2026 RTLE Program

10.5 hours

published subject testing time across four sessions

PRC revised February 2026 RTLE Program

75%

minimum general average required to pass

RA 10024

60%

minimum grade in any given subject under the passing rule

RA 10024

P900

complete examination fee

PRC Respiratory Therapy requirements

776/1,046

passed in the February 2026 RTLE result, for pass-rate context

PRC February 2026 RTLE Results

1,500 hours

minimum respiratory therapy clinical internship hours

RA 10024 and PRC Respiratory Therapy requirements

RTLE is the PRC respiratory therapy licensure examination for Philippine RTRP registration. The revised February 2026 program has four weighted subject sessions: Diagnostics, Pathophysiology, Respiratory Care, and Neonatal and Pediatric Respiratory Care. RA 10024 requires a 75% general average with no subject grade below 60%. PRC publishes the current P900 complete exam fee and February 2026 pass count, but not a public total item count.

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1Under RA 10024, respiratory therapy is most directly concerned with care of patients who have abnormalities in which body system?

A.Cardiopulmonary system

B.Renal filtration system

C.Integumentary system only

D.Endocrine feedback system only

Explanation: RA 10024 defines respiratory therapy as an allied health specialty involved in treatment, management, control, diagnostic evaluation, and care of patients with deficiencies and abnormalities in the cardiopulmonary system.

2Which professional suffix is added to the name of a respiratory therapist who passes the Philippine licensure examination under RA 10024?

A.RTRP

B.PTRP

C.RPh

D.RRT-NPS

Explanation: RA 10024 states that the letters RTRP stand for Respiratory Therapist Registered in the Philippines and are added to the name of a respiratory therapist who successfully passes the examination.

3What passing rule does RA 10024 set for the Respiratory Therapists Licensure Examination?

A.General average of 75% with no grade below 60% in any subject

B.General average of 60% with no minimum subject grade

C.Perfect score in oxygen therapy and mechanical ventilation

D.A passing rating chosen individually by each testing center

Explanation: RA 10024 requires a general average of 75 percent with no grade lower than 60 percent in any given subject.

4A first-time RTLE applicant asks about the internship requirement listed in RA 10024 and PRC requirements. Which statement is correct?

A.At least 10 months equivalent to a minimum of 1,500 hours of respiratory therapy clinical internship

B.Exactly 1 month of observation in any hospital ward

C.No internship is required if the applicant has a birth certificate

D.Only online self-study hours are required

Explanation: RA 10024 and the PRC requirements identify at least ten months of internship equivalent to a minimum of 1,500 hours under supervision by a qualified registered respiratory therapist.

5Which activity is specifically within the RA 10024 scope of respiratory therapy practice under physician direction?

A.Administering mechanical ventilatory support

B.Performing independent open-heart surgery

C.Issuing final medical diagnoses without physician involvement

D.Dispensing outpatient medications as a pharmacist

Explanation: RA 10024 lists administration of mechanical ventilatory support among the functions of a registered respiratory therapist under the direction of a physician.

6A relative asks an RT to reveal a patient's ABG result in the hallway. What is the best professional response?

A.Decline and follow authorized-release and confidentiality policy

B.Give the result because family members always have access

C.Post the result without the patient name on social media

D.Change the result wording to avoid concern

Explanation: Confidentiality and authorized release are core patient safety and ethical duties. The RT should not disclose protected clinical information in an unauthorized setting.

7Before drawing an arterial blood gas, which patient-safety action comes first?

A.Verify the patient's identity using approved identifiers

B.Label the syringe later when the unit is quieter

C.Skip identity checks if the bed number matches

D.Ask another patient to confirm the name

Explanation: Specimen identity is critical for ABG interpretation and treatment decisions. The RT should verify the patient using approved identifiers before collection.

8The primary site of gas exchange in the lungs is the:

A.Alveoli

B.Tracheal rings

C.Epiglottis

D.Pleural space

Explanation: Alveoli provide the thin respiratory membrane and large surface area needed for oxygen and carbon dioxide exchange with pulmonary capillary blood.

9Which muscle is the primary driver of quiet inspiration in a healthy adult?

A.Diaphragm

B.Rectus abdominis

C.Sternocleidomastoid only

D.Internal intercostals only

Explanation: During quiet inspiration, diaphragmatic contraction increases thoracic volume and lowers intrathoracic pressure, drawing air into the lungs.

10Pulmonary surfactant is important because it:

A.Reduces alveolar surface tension and helps prevent atelectasis

B.Increases mucus viscosity in the bronchi

C.Blocks oxygen diffusion across the alveolar membrane

D.Replaces hemoglobin in carrying oxygen

Explanation: Surfactant reduces alveolar surface tension, improves compliance, and helps small alveoli remain open at end-expiration.

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