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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What does AED stand for?

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

It is safe to use an AED on a person with a pacemaker.

An AED can be used on a wet surface.

The first step in CPR is checking for a pulse.

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

CPR should not be performed on drowning victims.

What is the purpose of defibrillation?

Compressions should be stopped while giving rescue breaths.

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

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

Rescue breaths are no longer needed in CPR.

An AED should only be used by healthcare providers.

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

What should you do if the victim is submerged in water and needs an AED?

What is the purpose of defibrillation?

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

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

Compressions should be stopped while giving rescue breaths.

An AED can be used on a wet surface.

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

Which of the following is the first step in the Chain of Survival?

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

A person in cardiac arrest will always be unconscious.

It is safe to use an AED on a person with a pacemaker.

Which is a sign of cardiac arrest?

What should you do if the AED advises no shock?

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

The Heimlich maneuver is part of standard adult CPR.

A person in cardiac arrest will always be unconscious.

CPR should only be performed by medical professionals.

Where should your hands be placed during adult chest compressions?

The first step in CPR is checking for a pulse.

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

CPR should only be performed by medical professionals.

What is the recommended compression depth for adult CPR?

What should you do if the AED advises no shock?

A heart attack and cardiac arrest are the same thing.

CPR should be stopped if the victim starts breathing normally.

If a person is gasping but has no pulse, what should you do?