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Certification Exam: What to Expect

You’ve now completed the required training in First Aid for Adults, Children, and Infants. This final step—the certification exam—will assess your understanding of core first aid principles and your ability to respond effectively in emergencies. Upon passing, you’ll be eligible to receive an official certification card recognizing your completion of this program. Before you begin, take a moment to review the exam format and requirements below.

Exam Overview

  • 50 Questions – Multiple-choice and true/false, covering key first aid topics across all chapters.
  • Randomized Questions – Each exam attempt is unique.
  • 60-Minute Time Limit – Complete your exam in one sitting.
  • All Questions Required – You must answer every question before submitting.
  • Immediate Feedback – You’ll get explanations for each answer.
  • Passing Score: 75% – Required to earn certification.
  • Three Attempts – You get up to three consecutive tries before a review break.

What to Keep in Mind

  • Work Independently – No notes or outside help. You’ve got this.
  • One Sitting – You cannot pause and come back later.
  • Tech Ready – Make sure your internet connection is stable and your device is charged.
  • Review Before You Submit – You can revisit and adjust answers as needed.
  • Be Confident – Trust your training and go for it.

What Happens Next?

  • Passed? Great job—you’re now eligible to order your official certification card.
  • Didn’t pass? No problem. You have three consecutive attempts before you’ll need to review the material.

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Think of the 'Stayin' Alive' song tempo.

What is the recommended rate of chest compressions per minute in CPR?

True or False: A person experiencing hypoglycemia (low blood sugar) should be given sugar immediately.

Shock affects circulation and vital signs.

Which of the following is NOT a symptom of shock?

True or False: A person with a nosebleed should tilt their head back to stop the bleeding.

True or False: If a drowning victim is unresponsive and not breathing, you should start CPR immediately.

Think about how you can detect breath without touching the person.

Which of the following is the best way to check if an unconscious person is breathing?

Think about how to warm the area safely.

How should you treat frostbite on the fingers?

Think about gradually increasing body temperature.

What should you do if someone is suffering from hypothermia?

Human bites carry a high risk of infection.

What should you do if someone has a deep human bite that is bleeding?

You need to remove the chemical as quickly as possible.

What is the first step in treating a chemical burn in the eye?

Think about when to seek emergency help.

What should you do if someone is having an asthma attack and their inhaler is not working?

Think about the fastest way to reverse the reaction.

What is the best immediate treatment for a severe allergic reaction (anaphylaxis)?

Heat stroke is different from heat exhaustion.

Which of the following is a clear sign of heat stroke?

This is an open fracture.

If a broken bone is protruding through the skin, what should you do?

True or False: You should stop CPR if the person starts breathing on their own.

Think about preventing infection.

What is the best way to help someone with a large open wound that is not actively bleeding?

It involves loss of heart function.

Which of the following is a common sign of cardiac arrest?

Gasping is not effective breathing.

What should you do if someone is gasping but has no pulse?

True or False: A third-degree burn is usually the most painful type of burn.

True or False: If a tooth is knocked out, you should handle it by the root.

Think about how carbon monoxide affects the body.

What is the primary danger of carbon monoxide poisoning?

Think about detection and prevention.

What is the best way to prevent carbon monoxide poisoning?

Consider what should be done before physical intervention.

What is the first step when you see someone choking and unable to breathe?

Diabetic emergencies often affect alertness and energy levels.

Which of the following is a common symptom of a diabetic emergency?

True or False: Human bites are usually less dangerous than animal bites.

True or False: You should immerse a burn victim in ice-cold water to stop tissue damage.

True or False: If someone has inhaled toxic fumes, you should move them to fresh air immediately.

Think about detection and ventilation.

What is the best way to prevent carbon monoxide poisoning in a home?

Think about abdominal thrusts.

How can you help someone who is choking and cannot speak or cough?

Think about emergency care.

What should you do if someone is having an asthma attack but does not have their inhaler?

Think about stabilization.

What is the purpose of a splint for a suspected fracture?

Compression depth is important for effective CPR.

How deep should chest compressions be for an adult during CPR?

Think about stopping blood loss.

What should you do if a person has a deep laceration with severe bleeding?

True or False: If someone is bitten by a wild animal, they should always seek medical attention.

True or False: An asthma inhaler should be used only if a person is unconscious.

Think about safe ways to warm the affected area.

What is the most effective way to treat frostbite?

Poisoning symptoms can vary widely.

Which of the following is a key symptom of poisoning?

Think about your own safety first.

What is the first step when assisting a victim of an electrical shock?

Poison control should be consulted first.

What should you do if someone accidentally swallows a household cleaning chemical?

Think about preventing movement.

How should you help a person with a suspected spinal injury?

Time is critical in a heart attack situation.

What is the first action you should take if you suspect someone is having a heart attack?

Think about what removes the source of poisoning first.

What is the first step in treating a victim of carbon monoxide poisoning?

Prevent movement of the spine.

How should you immobilize a suspected spinal injury victim?

Removing an object could make bleeding worse.

If someone has a deep cut with an object embedded in the wound, what should you do?

True or False: You should apply ice directly to a burn to cool it quickly.

Think about the fastest way to stop blood loss.

What is the best way to control severe bleeding from a wound?

Think about stopping blood loss first.

What is the first step in treating a deep open wound?

Think about low blood sugar symptoms.

Which of the following is a sign of a diabetic emergency (hypoglycemia)?

True or False: If someone collapses and does not have a pulse, you should start CPR immediately.

Safety is the priority.

What is the best way to help someone having a seizure?