PNA (Internato Médico) exam-day guide
PNA (Internato Médico) · Prepare for the day ahead.
Your checklist
Valid photo identification
Bring the original ID document required for admission (e.g., national identity card or passport). Confirm with the provider which document types are accepted and whether a copy is permitted.
Admission/exam permit document
Print or download whatever convocation/permit the organizing body issues. Confirm with the provider whether a printed copy is mandatory or a digital version is accepted.
Exam venue and schedule confirmation
Verify the exact building, room, and reporting time in advance. Confirm with the provider if the location has changed or if you must report earlier than the stated start time.
Travel and route plan
Plan arrival with a buffer for traffic and security checks. Do a dry run or check public transport schedules for the exam morning.
Writing materials per regulations
Bring only what is explicitly allowed (e.g., pens/pencils). Confirm with the provider whether materials are supplied and whether personal items are prohibited.
Permitted personal items only
Leave prohibited electronics and study material at home or in storage. Confirm with the provider the policy on phones, smartwatches, and bags.
Water and a light snack for breaks
Bring items that fit the venue's rules. Confirm with the provider whether food/drink is allowed in the exam room and whether breaks are scheduled.
Medication and necessary personal medical items
If you need medication or accommodations, arrange authorization in advance. Confirm with the provider the procedure for bringing medical items and requesting accommodations.
Rest and sleep plan for the night before
Protect sleep in the final 24h; avoid last-minute cramming that disrupts rest.
Review only high-yield summaries
In the final days, consolidate summaries and error logs rather than starting new material.
Emergency contact and backup plan
Have a contact number for the venue and a backup transport option in case of delays.
Confirm scoring and format details
Know the number of questions, time allocation, and whether there is negative marking. Confirm with the provider if any of these are unclear; do not assume.
Plan the day
Finish active review; consolidate summaries, formulas, and a personal error log. Stop introducing new topics. Confirm venue, schedule, and required documents with the provider. Prepare and pack your documents and permitted materials. Keep sleep and meals regular.
Do a light review of high-yield summaries only. Re-check the venue location and reporting time. Prepare clothes, ID, permit, and permitted items in one place. Set multiple alarms. Avoid alcohol and heavy screen time; prioritize sleep.
Eat a normal breakfast and hydrate moderately. Arrive with a generous buffer before the reporting time. Leave prohibited items at home. Do a final check of ID and permit before leaving. Stay calm and avoid comparing preparation with other candidates.
Read instructions and confirm the scoring rules before starting. Do a first pass answering confident questions, flag uncertain ones, and return to them. Track time against the number of remaining questions. Use scheduled breaks as permitted to reset. If negative marking applies, answer only when reasonably confident; if unsure of the rule, confirm with the provider beforehand.
Rules to check
Bring the exact original photo ID specified by the organizing body; confirm with the provider which documents are accepted and whether expired documents are valid.
Follow all instructions from invigilators and venue staff; their directions take precedence on seating, materials, and timing.
Do not use phones, smartwatches, or any unauthorized electronic device in the exam room; confirm with the provider the storage policy for personal items.
Do not communicate with other candidates during the exam; follow the venue's rules on raising your hand for assistance.
Breaks are permitted only as scheduled and supervised; confirm with the provider whether breaks are allowed and whether you may leave the room.
Understand the scoring rule before answering: if negative marking applies, avoid random guessing; confirm with the provider if the marking scheme is not clearly stated.
If you believe there is an error in a question or a disturbance, report it to an invigilator immediately rather than after the exam; confirm with the provider the procedure for appeals or complaints.
If you require accommodations for a disability or medical condition, arrange authorization well in advance; confirm with the provider the deadline and documentation required.