Adult CPR & AED Certification Exam

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Certification Exam: What to Expect

You’ve completed the training for Adult CPR & AED, including how to perform chest compressions, provide rescue breaths, and use an Automated External Defibrillator. The certification exam is your final step—it’s designed to ensure
you’re ready to respond when it matters most.

After passing, you’ll receive an official Adult CPR & AED certification card confirming your successful completion. Before starting, take a moment to review the exam format and expectations below.

Exam Overview

  • 40 Questions – A mix of multiple-choice and true/false covering all core CPR & AED topics.
  • Every Exam is Unique – Questions are randomized each time.
  • 60-Minute Time Limit – You’ll need to complete the exam in one sitting.
  • All Questions Required – You must answer every question before submitting.
  • Immediate Feedback – Each answer includes a brief explanation to support your learning.
  • Passing Score: 75% – That’s the benchmark to earn your certification.
  • Three Attempts – You get up to three tries before a short review break is required.

What to Keep in Mind

  • Work Solo – No notes or external help. Rely on what you’ve learned.
  • One Sitting – Once you begin, plan to finish. There’s no save and return option.
  • Tech Check – Use a stable internet connection and a fully charged device.
  • Stay Focused – You can revisit and revise answers before submitting.
  • Submit with Confidence – Review carefully, then click submit when you’re ready.

What Happens Next?

  • Passed? You’ll be eligible to receive your official certification card—congrats!
  • Didn’t pass? No worries. You can try again up to three times before a review pause is required.

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The Heimlich maneuver is part of standard adult CPR.

If a victim has a hairy chest and you need to use an AED, what should you do?

What is the purpose of defibrillation?

What is the purpose of defibrillation?

Which artery is checked for a pulse in adult CPR?

A person experiencing cardiac arrest will always stop breathing.

Defibrillation is the most effective way to restore a normal heart rhythm in cardiac arrest.

Rescue breaths should be given regardless of whether the victim has a pulse.

When using an AED, the rescuer should stand back while the shock is delivered.

An AED can be used on a wet surface.

Rescue breaths are no longer needed in CPR.

What is the recommended hand placement for two-rescuer infant CPR?

When using an AED, the rescuer should stand back while the shock is delivered.

For single-rescuer CPR on an adult, the ratio of compressions to breaths is 30:2.

What is the compression-to-breath ratio for a single rescuer in infant CPR?

When using an AED, what is the first step?

If an AED is not available, you should wait for help before doing anything.

What is the recommended ventilation rate for rescue breathing in adults?

What does AED stand for?

Chest compressions should be at least 3 inches deep in adult CPR.

The recommended compression rate for adult CPR is 100-120 per minute.

CPR should be stopped if the victim starts breathing normally.

Rescue breaths are no longer needed in CPR.

What is the compression-to-breath ratio for a single rescuer in infant CPR?

If an AED is not available, you should wait for help before doing anything.

You should check the victim’s pulse every 10 seconds during CPR.

How often should you switch rescuers during two-rescuer CPR?

You should check the victim’s pulse every 10 seconds during CPR.

What should you do if the AED advises no shock?

Which of the following describes high-quality CPR?

Which is a sign of cardiac arrest?

What is the recommended compression depth for adult CPR?

An AED should only be used by healthcare providers.

How often should you switch rescuers during two-rescuer CPR?

CPR should continue uninterrupted until EMS arrives or the victim recovers.

When using an AED, what is the first step?

CPR should only be performed by medical professionals.

If someone collapses, you should first call for emergency help before starting CPR.

If someone collapses but is still breathing, what should you do?

Why should rescuers avoid excessive ventilation during CPR?