ARDMS Obstetrics and Gynecology (OB/GYN) Examination — Information & Free Practice
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About ARDMS Obstetrics and Gynecology (OB/GYN) Examination
ARDMS Obstetrics and Gynecology (OB/GYN) Examination · US
Key exam facts
- Provider
- ARDMS administers the examination; Pearson delivers it at test centers.
- Format
- Computer-based examination with multiple-choice and image hotspot questions at Pearson test centers.
- Time limit
- 3-hour examination; the official page also lists a five-minute survey without specifying whether it is included in that period.
- Passing score
- 555 or higher on a 300–700 scaled-score range; this is not a percentage score or curve.
- Exam fee
- US$300 examination fee, including a US$100 non-refundable processing fee, for the US examination.
Topics covered
Gynecology - Pelvic Anatomy and Physiology (19%)
- Normal Anatomy and Physiology
- Abnormal Physiology and Perfusion
Obstetrics - First Trimester (12%)
- Normal Anatomy and Physiology First Trimester
- First Trimester Abnormalities and Complications
Obstetrics Second/Third Trimester (37%)
- Normal Anatomy and Physiology - Second/Third Trimester
- Fetal Abnormalities - Second/Third Trimester
- Placental and Umbilical Cord Abnormalities
- Cervix and Maternal Pathology
Protocols and Procedures (24%)
- Clinical Standards and Guidelines
- Measurement Techniques - Gynecology
- Measurement Techniques - Obstetric
- Sonographer Role in Procedures
Physics and Instrumentation (8%)
- Hemodynamics - Gynecology
- Hemodynamics - Obstetric
- Imaging Instruments
How to prepare
Work through the topics, read the explanation after each answer, and revisit the areas where you miss questions. Use the official outline and reference materials below to guide your study.
These independent practice questions are not actual exam items and do not guarantee a passing result.
Frequently asked questions
What is the exam format?
Computer-based examination with multiple-choice and image hotspot questions at Pearson test centers.
How long is the exam?
3-hour examination; the official page also lists a five-minute survey without specifying whether it is included in that period.
What is the passing score?
555 or higher on a 300–700 scaled-score range; this is not a percentage score or curve.
How much does the exam cost?
US$300 examination fee, including a US$100 non-refundable processing fee, for the US examination.
Official sources and references
- ARDMS Obstetrics and Gynecology Examination Content Outline
Page 1, title
- Inteleos OB/GYN examination
Content Outline, hyperlink to OB-Content-Outline_v24.1.pdf
- ARDMS Obstetrics and Gynecology Examination Content Outline
Page 1, Outline Summary table and first detailed domain heading; remaining domain headings pages 2, 4 and 5
- Inteleos OB/GYN examination
Question format & scoring
- Inteleos OB/GYN examination
Scoring, point scale
- Inteleos OB/GYN examination
Question format & scoring, item types
- Inteleos OB/GYN examination
Question format & scoring, hotspot item
- Inteleos OB/GYN examination
Question format & scoring, survey
- Inteleos OB/GYN examination
Exam Fee
- Inteleos Exam Fee Schedule
Page 1, ARDMS EXAMS heading
- Pearson ARDMS Certification Examinations
Sample testing
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