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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A heart attack and cardiac arrest are the same thing.

What is the recommended compression depth for adult CPR?

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

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

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

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

What should you do if the AED advises no shock?

What should you do if the AED advises no shock?

What is the purpose of defibrillation?

CPR should be stopped if the victim starts breathing normally.

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

Which is a sign of cardiac arrest?

When giving compressions to an adult, what should your arms be like?

An AED should only be used by healthcare providers.

What is the purpose of defibrillation?

Compressions should be stopped while giving rescue breaths.

What is the first step in CPR?

A person in cardiac arrest will always be unconscious.

Where should your hands be placed during adult chest compressions?

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

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

An AED can be used on a wet surface.

High-quality CPR includes minimizing interruptions in chest compressions.

CPR should only be performed by medical professionals.

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

Compressions should be stopped while giving rescue breaths.

Which artery is checked for a pulse in adult CPR?

What is the recommended compression depth for adult CPR?

An untrained rescuer should avoid giving CPR.

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

Where should AED pads be placed on an adult victim?

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

CPR should not be performed on drowning victims.

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

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

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

A person experiencing cardiac arrest will always stop breathing.

How many compressions should be given per minute during adult CPR?

CPR should not be performed on drowning victims.

Which of the following describes high-quality CPR?