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Critical Care Medicine Lecture Agenda
Pulmonary Disease
Cardiovascular Disorders
Renal, Endocrine, and Metabolic Disorders
Infectious Disease
Neurologic Disorders
Surgery, Trauma, and Transplantation
Gastrointestinal Disorders
Hematologic and Oncologic Disorders
Pharmacology and Toxicology
Research, Administration, and Ethics
Critical Care Ultrasound Scanning
Review Materials
Critical Care Medicine QBank Topics
Critical Care Medicine QBank Topics |
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Infectious Disease |
Renal, Endocrine, and Metabolic Disorders |
Cardiovascular Disorders |
Pulmonary Disease |
Gastrointestinal Disorders |
Neurologic Disorders |
Hematologic and Oncologic Disorders |
Surgery, Trauma, and Transplantation |
Pharmacology and Toxicology |
Research, Administration, and Ethics |
Critical Care Ultrasound Scanning |
Critical Care Medicine CME Accreditation
Intended Audience: Intensivists
Learning Objectives: Upon completion of this program, participants should be able to:
- Treat renal, endocrine and metabolism disorders including acid-based disorders and acute renal failure
- Define diagnosis and treatment criteria for critical neurologic disorders and the use of pain control, sedation, and neuromuscular blockade
- Formulate treatment plans for critical care of trauma and transplantation
- Differentiate diagnosis of infectious diseases including systemic and central nervous system infections
- Describe parenchymal lung disease
- Explain hemodynamic monitoring
Accreditation Statement:
This activity has been planned and implemented in accordance with the accreditation requirements and policies of the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME) through the joint providership of PeerPoint Medical Education and American Physician Institute for Advanced Professional Studies, LLC. The PeerPoint Medical Education Institute is accredited by the ACCME to provide continuing medical education for physicians.
MOC Accreditation Statement:
Successful completion of this CME activity enables the participant to earn up to 39 MOC points in the American Board of Internal Medicine’s (ABIM®) Maintenance of Certification (MOC) program. Participants will earn MOC points equivalent to the amount of CME credits claimed for the activity. It is the CME activity provider’s responsibility to submit participant completion information to ACCME for the purpose of granting ABIM® MOC points.
Designation Statement:
Online Course v4.1, Release Date August 28, 2024, Termination Date August 27, 2027:
The PeerPoint Medical Education Institute designates this enduring material for a maximum of 39 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™. Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.
Exam Builder, Release Date January 1, 2024, Termination Date December 31, 2026:
The PeerPoint Medical Education Institute designates this enduring material for a maximum of 111 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™. Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.
Nurses & Nurse Practitioners: For all your CE requirements for recertification, the ANCC will accept AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™ from organizations accredited by the ACCME.
Physician Assistants: The NCCPA accepts AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™ from organizations accredited by the ACCME.
Critical Care Medicine Board Exam Dates
Critical Care Medicine Certification Exam
2025 Standard Registration: December 1, 2024 - June 15, 2025
2025 Late Registration: June 16-28, 2025
2025 Exam: November 6, 2025
Critical Care Medicine MOC Exam
2025 Registration: December 1, 2024 - February 28, 2025
2025 Spring Exam: April 30, 2025
2025 Registration: December 1, 2024 - August 15, 2025
2025 Fall Exam: November 6, 2025
Longitudinal Knowledge Assessment (LKA®) Quarterly Question Schedule
Enrollment for the LKA opens 12/1 and remains open until 6/30. If you are due for an assessment in 2024 and the LKA is available in your discipline, you’ll be able to enroll beginning 12/1/23 by signing into your ABIM Physician Portal.
First Quarter: January 1, 2024 - March 31, 2024
Second Quarter: April 1, 2024 - June 30, 2024
Third Quarter: July 1, 2024 - September 30, 2024
Fourth Quarter: October 1, 2024 - December 31, 2024
NOTE: If you are planning to participate in the LKA, it is a good idea to start early so you don’t miss any questions. Questions expire at the end of each quarter and you can’t go back to answer them later. Any unopened questions will count against the 100 you can choose not to open over 5 years.
Learn More About the Critical Care Medicine Board Exams
Critical Care Medicine Board Exam Topics
Percent of Exam | Critical Care Medicine Certification and Maintenance of Certification Board Exam Topics |
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12% | Infectious Disease |
15% | Renal, Endocrine, and Metabolic Disorders |
17.5% | Cardiovascular Disorders |
20% | Pulmonary Disease |
5% | Gastrointestinal Disorders |
9.5% | Neurologic Disorders |
5.5% | Hematologic and Oncologic Disorders |
7% | Surgery, Trauma, and Transplantation |
4.5% | Pharmacology and Toxicology |
2% | Research, Administration, and Ethics |
2% | Critical Care Ultrasound Scanning |
Board-focused Faculty
Remember, the American Board of Internal Medicine tests you on the entire breadth of your specialty, beyond what’s practical in your day-to-day. Let our knowledgeable faculty guide you through a comprehensive Critical Care Board Review that covers exactly what the Critical Care Medicine Exam Blueprint dictates.
FAQs – The Pass Machine Critical Care Medicine Board Review
Is The Pass Machine different from other board reviews?
Yes, in three main ways:
1. The Pass Machine board review is the most comprehensive option. More than just a Question Bank of practice questions, each course includes in-depth lectures in a familiar classroom setting presented by expert faculty. This means you get a topic-by-topic review of exactly what’s on the board exam in much greater detail than what you can get from QBank answer explanations.
2. Because the physician’s schedule is typically a hectic one, The Pass Machine is optimized for on-the-go review. Components such as the audio-only lecture option, iOS and Android app for mobile review, and offline access capability, and a fully illustrated board-mapped study guide make The Pass Machine review easy to incorporate at any point your daily routine.
3. The Triple Trust Guarantee not only gives you a full tuition refund if you don’t pass the exam the first time after taking the course, but it also gives you an extra 10% and free subscription renewal. This unprecedented guarantee serves to assure you of the confidence we have that The Pass Machine content is exceptional.
Who produces The Pass Machine Courses? Where do you get your faculty?
The Pass Machine board review courses are produced by American Physician Institute for Advanced Professional Studies, LLC (API). API conducts dozens of courses and trains thousands of physicians each year to pass their boards and stay up to date in their fields. Every single one of American Physician Institute‘s educational courses has full editorial independence, is free of pharmaceutical and industry sponsorship and is backed by an unbeatable guarantee. Because of its reputation for excellence, American Physician Institute is able to enlist many of the top faculty from the best universities, teaching hospitals and research facilities in the country to provide you with Category 1 CME educational activities.
Do you provide board review for other medical specialties?
Yes! In fact, we provide preparation for dozens of other specialty and subspecialty board exams. Check out www.AmericanPhysician.com for the full list.
Is it likely that my employer will cover my tuition?
Because all The Pass Machine courses are approved for AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™, it is likely that your tuition will be reimbursed. You may be surprised at how many residency and fellowship training programs, group practices, and other employers pay for or reimburse you for such Category 1 educational activities. After all, it’s in everyone’s best interests to have you board certified. It really pays to ask your training director, medical director, or administrator if you are eligible because some training programs and employers do pay for board exam training. And, if you work for the Federal Government, American Physician Institute is a certified business in the CCR database and can accept government checks and credit cards.
Does The Pass Machine offer any free board review resources?
Yes! Start with our Medical Board Review Blog. There are general articles featuring board prep tips, and articles on board prep that are more board specific.
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Can I get a discount off course tuition?
Yes! American Physician Institute offers several board review course discounts:
- Group discounts
- Multi-purchase discounts
- Referral earnings & discounts through our Ambassador Club
- Residency & Fellowship Program tailored for training programs.
Please call 877-225-8384 for more information or visit the “Discounts & Group Sales” pages under the top menu.
What do I get when I register for the Critical Care Medicine review course?
Course enrollment grants you access to your personalized online dashboard, which includes:
- 39 hours of audio-video lectures
- 39 hours of MP4 audio lectures
- Illustrated PDF study guide
- 1400+ practice question bank
- Up to 150 AMA PRA Category 1 CME Credits™
- Up to39 ABIM MOC Points
- CME Vault for claiming and storing your CME certificates
- Triple Trust Guarantee
Board Exam Results and the Triple Trust Guarantee
Is The Pass Machine Critical Care Medicine review pass-guaranteed?
Yes, all full courses are pass-guaranteed, and backed by our Triple Trust Guarantee. At any time, you can view the Triple Trust Guarantee Terms & Conditions.
What does the Triple Trust Guarantee cover?
If you purchase a course with a “Triple Trust Guarantee” and fail the board exam for which this course is designed, API will issue a 100% refund of your paid tuition*, plus an additional 10%, plus free subscription renewal. The guarantee expires in the event the exam for which this course is designed is no longer offered by the certifying board.
* Tuition is defined as the amount you paid for your base course, and does not include optional course add-ons, such as purchase of online access extensions, and/or the live course attendance option (where available). If any promotional items, such as gift cards, are included with your purchase, the value of that promotional item will be deducted from your tuition.
The Triple Trust Guarantee sounds too good to be true—is it for real?
Yes, it’s completely real. Rest assured, API has always honored its guarantees and always will. The Triple Trust Guarantee is API’s way of demonstrating that it’s just as invested in your success as you are. After all, if you fail your board exam, API will pay a penalty. API will refund your course tuition in full, provide you with a bonus, and provide you with free subscription renewal. The guarantee ensures API doesn’t get paid for effort, only for passing results.
Does the Triple Trust Guarantee cover non-tuition course options and upgrades?
No. Course options and upgrades are non-tuition related. Therefore, these fees are not included in any guarantee-related refund payment made under the terms of the Triple Trust Guarantee.
What should I do if I don’t pass my board exam?
First, it’s important to remember that a non-passing result is not necessarily a reflection on your abilities as a physician. The way the ABIM tests you is not the same as the many ways you’re “tested” as a practicing physician. Check out this reassuring video from Dr. Jack - What To Do If You Fail Your Board Exam https://www.thepassmachine.com//video-what-to-do-fail-your-board-exam/
More to the point, American Physician Institute can work with you to help you get over this professional hurdle. Give us a call!
I didn’t pass my board exam. How do I activate my course guarantee?
To activate your guarantee, you must notify American Physician of your failure to pass your board exam and submit a copy of your exam notification and scores. To be eligible for the refund portion of the guarantee you must submit your documents within 45 days of the date of your exam fail notification. To notify American Physician and submit your documents, go to your course dashboard, and click on the "Guarantee" tab. Complete the form and attach your exam notification and scores. You will receive an email confirmation of receipt, and someone will contact you shortly. If you need assistance with this process or your course access is expired, please contact Customer Care at 877-225-8384
Critical Care Medicine Course Access
When do I receive online access to Critical Care Medicine review course materials?
When a credit card or debit is used for payment, access is immediate. When a check is used as payment, access will be granted once the check has been received and verified.
How long do I have access to my online materials? Does my course expire?
The Critical Care Medicine prep course and all its associated online material remains active for a full 12 months from your date of purchase when you register now.
What if I'm not ready to take my exam? Can I extend my course?
Some physicians invest in a board-preparation course many years prior to their exam. In these cases, The Pass Machine allows course registrants to extend the life of their course by 12 months for an additional fee. If you wish to extend your access, please call 877-225-8384 prior to your course expiration date. NOTE: Extension options are not available to Group registrations.
What are your system requirements?
Our products only require internet access and a web browser (e.g., Google Chrome, Firefox, Safari. Use of Internet Explorer is NOT recommended.). All content is compatible with current Mac and PC operating systems.
CME Credits & Board Info
How do I get my CME credits?
Online Courses – From your course dashboard, click on the Claim CME tab. You will see your CME test(s) and/or SA test here. Complete the test, and once you have passed with 50% or better, your CME certificate will be issued immediately and placed in your CME Vault. SA tests are not a graded activity. Your certificate is issued based on completing the activity. Live Courses - From your course dashboard, click on the Claim CME tab. You will see your CME test, CME survey, or SA test here. Complete the test, and once you have passed with 50% or better, your CME certificate will be issued immediately and placed in your CME Vault. SA tests and CME surveys are not a graded activity. Your certificate is issued based on completing these activities.
How do I access my earned CME credits?
The Critical Care Medicine board review includes access to CME™ Vault for convenient storing and retrieval of CME-related documents. Access this area from the CME Vault tab in your course dashboard.
Where can I find information about taking my specialty's board exam?
For information about Critical Care Medicine Board Exam, please visit The American Board of Internal Medicine (ABIM): www.ABIM.org
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Critical Care Board Review:
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CRITICAL CARE BOARD PREP PRACTICE QUESTIONSCOMPREHENSIVE QUESTION BANK: 1400+ Critical Care Medicine multiple-choice questions (MCQs) are included. Each question carefully follows the ABIM Critical Care Medicine board exam content outline and format. REALISTIC TEST ENVIRONMENT: Prepare by taking practice tests in a format that’s just like the actual exam. THE “QBL” METHOD: “Question-Based Learning” ensures that your review is 100% relevant to the ABIM Critical Care Medicine exam. This proven method works by embedding multiple-choice questions into course lectures. OPTIMIZED FOR LEARNING: Unlike other QBanks, The Pass Machine Critical Care Medicine practice questions include referenced explanations, so you learn the “how” and “why” behind every question. |
Study CommunityPEER COLLABORATION: A study community welcomes you. Ask and answer colleague questions, form study groups, and track your progress. Strength in numbers: Help and be helped, stay motivated, and get connected. All with The Pass Machine! |
Anytime, Anywhere AccessON-THE-GO CONVENIENCE: Fit your Critical Care Medicine board review around your busy schedule. Get 24/7 online access optimized for smartphone, tablet, and desktop. MOBILE APP: Includes phone app for downloading lectures for viewing when out of Wi-Fi or cellular reach. UNLIMITED REPEAT VIEWING: Watch lectures in any order, as many times as you need to, with unlimited access for 12 months. CME CREDITS: Earn 150 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™ –39 credits from reviewing lectures plus 111 credits from completing the included QBank multiple-choice questions. Your annual employer-provided educational funds may be used to cover the costs of this CME activity. MOC POINTS: Earn 29.75 ABIM Critical Care Medicine MOC points by participating in the Critical Care Medicine online course. Your annual employer-provided educational funds may be used to cover the costs of this CME activity. |
Tips for Critical Care Board Review Prep
Preperation is the key to having confidence for your critical care board exam. Here are some last minute tips you can use:
- Practice Time Management: The critical care board exam is a timed test, so it’s important to practice time management. Take practice tests under timed conditions to get used to working quickly and efficiently.
- Focus on High-Yield Topics: While it’s important to have a broad understanding of critical care medicine, some topics are more high-yield than others. Focus on topics that are frequently tested, such as respiratory failure, sepsis, shock, and hemodynamic monitoring.
- Join a Study Group: Consider joining a study group or finding a study partner. Collaborating with others can help you stay motivated, clarify confusing concepts, and share tips and strategies for success.
- Take Care of Yourself: It’s important to take care of yourself during the exam preparation process. Get enough rest, eat well, and take breaks to avoid burnout and maintain your focus.
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"Intensivist since 1990 so this past spring was my fourth board renewal. I had a major health issue and thought I could still pass but for the first time I failed..and though by literally a couple of points my confidence was shot. It was either retire or try again. I got this course and loved it. Yes some of the questions were very basic but the lectures were great. Took it again in the fall with a dramatic improvement..so good for another 10 years, though longer than I plan on working. Not even a big fan of ID stuff but your lectures got me a high score on the ID section..lol.And Dr. Raj is the best. Entertaining lectures and he makes things simple. Thank you for getting my confidence back and for a great experience..and CME credits too! Highly recommended!"
Steve Miles, MD, Farmington Hills, MI
"This program worked wonderfully to prepare me for the critical care boards. I love the video series, especially those given by Dr. Raj. The number of questions is much higher than the other major prep course and made it possible to cover a broader range of topics. I enjoyed listening to the videos on my long commute."
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"This was my third sub-specialty (Sleep, Pulmonary, Critical care) recertification board exam in 3 years. I decided to try The Pass Machine for Critical care and I was not disappointed. There's a lot of material there, so this program is meant for people to start early. I'm glad I did it."
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"I used the course as my primary study aid for the critical care boards. I felt like the videos were concise and to the point--very high yield. The question bank was extensive and relevant. The pdf's for each lecture were easy to review the content quickly the last few days before the test. Loved the course and will continue to recommend it!"
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“This is the second The Pass Machine course I have used and I couldn’t be more pleased. The vast majority of the lectures are very useful for taking the exam but, more importantly are helpful in patient care, which after all, is the ultimate goal. My score on the critical care medicine exam was 90th percentile.”
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“Excellent course for time-challenged physicians like us, as it covered the most important topics for board review in a few days.”
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“Good course with a good question bank which was very helpful for the boards”
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“Great course. A very comprehensive review of critical care material.”
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“The Critical Care Board Review Course was fantastic! It was concise yet thorough. It hit every relevant topic for the exam and also was an excellent review of the latest literature. Though it was geared specifically for the exam, it also helped me in clinical decision making for real life patient care. I plan on using The Pass Machine for all my ABIM recertifications (ie, Internal Medicine, Pulmonary, Critical Care, and Sleep) in the future. You can't go wrong with The Pass Machine, especially with their unique triple guarantee. I recommend everyone taking this course.”
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“Your team at The Pass Machine ROCKS!! I took 2 of your recertification courses (Pulm and CCM ) about 4 weeks before the exam.....And passed BOTH of them TOGETHER!!! YOOHOOO!!! Your course was precise, well-focused, to-the-point and "just-in-time" before the exam date. Most of all, it provided me a peace of mind that I had at least reviewed everything important for the exam in time. Thank you so much for providing such a valuable service”
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"This is my eighth board exam (4 boards with recertification), and for the first time I saw questions on the exam that were discussed in the board review course! The course was really board exam-focused; it covered all the topics. It was extremely helpful. I highly recommend it.””
Salah Aboubakr, MD, Springfield, IL
“The Pass Machine helped me study appropriately for the Nov. 2012 critical care boards. The lectures were very good and well presented. I have already recommended the Critical Care Board Review Course to others. I am so impressed that I am now studying for the Pulmonary recert even though I hold a lifetime certificate. Thanks again.”
Gene Thomas, DO, FCCP, FACP, Mexico, MO
“I was actually hesitant about attending, as I felt I could spend this time away from work studying questions/practice tests. However, I am glad I attended, as most of the topics had what I was looking for: 'This is likely to be on the boards’ and ‘This is the way this topic is likely to be presented in a board question.”
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“Cost- and time-efficient critical care review for the busy practitioner. Lectures are focused, timely, and geared to material that needs to be mastered for success on recertification boards.”
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“Good overview and great course right before critical care exam.”
Askin Uysai, MD, Tampa, FL
“Very well organized. Speakers very clear and didactic.”
Jorge Ortiz, MD, Sudbury, MA
“The program has been a great study guide helping me focus on high yield topics with the limited time I have to study for my recert critical care boards.”
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“Preparation was spot on! There was nothing on the exam that was not covered in the course. Highly recommend.”
David Halinski, MD, Vicksburg, MS
“Excellent course which covered all of the important topics. I felt very prepared for my exam.”
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“Outstanding and it is the best course I have in this field.”
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