FRCEM SBA

The FRCEM SBA is a theoretical exam mapped to the full Emergency Medicine 2021 curriculum.

For more details regarding the FRCEM SBA like who can sit the exam, where the exam takes place and how it is marked and when the results are given visit the RCEM Exam pages.

Structure

The FRCEM SBA examination consists of 180 SBA questions presented across two papers each lasting two hours. An hours break is provided in the middle of the exam.

Curriculum Category	Syllabus	Questions
SLO1 Care for physiologically stable patients attending the ED across the full range of complexity	Allergy Cardiology Dermatology Ear, nose and throat Elderly careEndocrinology Environmental emergencies Gastroenterology and hepatology Haematology Infectious diseases Maxillofacial / dental Mental Health Musculoskeletal (non-traumatic) Nephrology Neurology Obstetrics & Gynaecology Oncological Emergencies Ophthalmology Pain & sedation Palliative & end of life carePharmacology and poisoning Respiratory Sexual health Surgical emergencies Urology Vascular	35
SLO3Resuscitate and stabilise patients in the ED, knowing when it is appropriate to stop	Resuscitation	35
SLO4Care for injured patients across the full range of complexity	Pain and sedation	35
SLO5 Care for children of all ages in the ED, at all stages of development and children with complex needs	DermatologyEar, nose and throatGastroenterology and hepatology Infectious diseases Musculoskeletal (non-traumatic) Neonatal emergencies Neurology Ophthalmology Respiratory Resus (BRUE, SUDIC protocol) Safeguarding and psycho-social emergencies in children Surgical emergencies	30
SLO6 Proficiently deliver key procedural skills needed in Emergency Medicine	Advanced airway management POCUS Chest drain Adult sedation Paediatric sedation Pericardiocentesis Non-invasive ventilation Escharotomy Lumbar puncture	20
SLO7Deal with complex or challenging situations in the workplace	MedicolegalLegislation Organ/tissue donation Information governance Safeguarding Evidence and guidelines	10
SLO8Lead the ED shift	Patient flow management Risk management Clinical governance	5
SLO12Manage, Administer and lead	Serious adverse event investigation tools (RCA/5 whys/Fishbone analysis) Complaint management
SLO10Participate in Research and manage data appropriately	Diagnostic methodology Randomised control trials Systematic review Statistical techniques	10
SLO11Participate in and promote activity to improve the quality and safety of patient	QI theories and methodologies Principles of measurement for improvement, judgement, and research Measures and methods of assessing variation
Total		180

RCEMLearning Exam Support

You can revise for the SBA exam with our SBA modules, we have two types:

SBA Revise – These SBA modules contain 10 SBA questions from across the curriculum and you will be provided feedback on each question as you work your way through the module.

SBA Questions – There are a wide range of different SBA topics that we have on RCEMLearning. Each SBA is focused on a different EM curriculum topic.

SBA Explained – We have a large number of videos from RCEM examiners explaining a wide range of SBA exam topics and components. These are to assist you in understanding aspects of the SBA exam.

Getting Ready for the exam

Preparing for the FRCEM (Fellowship of the Royal College of Emergency Medicine) SBA (Single Best Answer) exam requires a focused and systematic approach. Here are some steps to help you prepare effectively:

Remember, consistent practice and exposure to a variety of SBA questions are key to success in the FRCEM SBA exam. By following these steps and dedicating sufficient time and effort to your preparation, you can increase your chances of achieving a favourable outcome.

Good luck!