Adult, Child, and Infant CPR & AED Certification Exam

Certification Exam: What to Expect

You’ve now completed the required training in Adult, Child, and Infant CPR & AED. This final step—the certification exam—will assess your understanding of key life support principles and your readiness to apply them in real-world situations.

Upon passing, you’ll be eligible to receive an official certification card recognizing your completion of this program. Before starting the exam, please review the format and requirements below.

Exam Overview

50 Questions – Multiple-choice and true/false, covering essential CPR and AED topics.
Randomized Questions – Every exam is unique.
60-Minute Time Limit – Complete the exam within one hour.
All Questions Required – You must answer every question before submitting.
Immediate Feedback – Explanations provided for each response.
Passing Score: 75% – Required for certification.
Three Attempts – You have up to three consecutive tries before a review break.

What to Keep in Mind

Work Solo – No notes, no outside help. Trust yourself!
One Sitting – You cannot pause and return later.
Tech Check – Ensure a stable internet connection and a fully charged device.
Think Clearly – You can review and adjust answers before submitting.
Submit with Confidence – Finalize your exam when ready.

What Happens Next?

Passed? You are now eligible to purchase your official certification card.
Didn’t pass? No worries! You have three consecutive attempts before a review break.

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That’s it—you’re ready. Let’s do this!

What is the recommended compression depth for adult CPR?

1 inch

At least 2 inches

3 inches

Half an inch

Where should your hands be placed during adult chest compressions?

Upper chest

Lower half of the breastbone

Left side of the chest

Abdomen

What is the universal sign for choking?

Holding the chest

Clutching the throat

Pointing to the mouth

Waving arms

Where should your hands be placed during adult chest compressions?

Upper chest

Lower half of the breastbone

Left side of the chest

Abdomen

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

True

False

During pediatric CPR, the compression depth for infants and children is the same as adults.

True

False

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

True

False

High-quality CPR includes minimizing interruptions in chest compressions.

True

False

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

Early CPR

Early Defibrillation

Calling 911

Post-cardiac arrest care

Which artery is checked for a pulse in adult CPR?

Carotid

Brachial

Femoral

Radial

What is the recommended compression depth for adult CPR?

1 inch

At least 2 inches

3 inches

Half an inch

Where should AED pads be placed on an infant if pediatric pads are not available?

Both pads on the front of the chest

One pad on the chest and one on the back

One pad on each arm

Only one pad should be used

Where should AED pads be placed on an infant if pediatric pads are not available?

Both pads on the front of the chest

One pad on the chest and one on the back

One pad on each arm

Only one pad should be used

Which of the following is the first step when using an AED on a pediatric patient?

Attach the pads before turning on the AED

Turn on the AED

Deliver a shock before checking for breathing

Skip the AED if CPR is already in progress

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

True

False

An AED should only be used by healthcare providers.

True

False

CPR should only be performed by medical professionals.

True

False

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

True

False

During pediatric CPR, a child's airway should always be opened using the head tilt-chin lift method unless a spinal injury is suspected.

True

False

When using an AED, what is the first step?

Apply the pads

Turn it on

Press the shock button

Check pulse

A heart attack and cardiac arrest are the same thing.

True

False

For a choking infant, back slaps and chest thrusts are recommended instead of abdominal thrusts.

True

False

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

Early CPR

Early Defibrillation

Calling 911

Post-cardiac arrest care

What is the purpose of defibrillation?

Stop the heart

Restore a normal rhythm

Increase heart rate

Reduce pain

A pediatric patient in cardiac arrest should receive chest compressions at a rate of 80 compressions per minute.

True

False

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

True

False

Why should rescuers avoid excessive ventilation during CPR?

It causes low oxygen levels

It increases survival rates

It can reduce cardiac output

It speeds up heart rhythm

Which of the following describes high-quality CPR?

Shallow compressions

Minimal interruptions

Stopping to check pulse frequently

Slow compression rate

CPR should only be performed by medical professionals.

True

False

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

Skip AED use

Dry the chest before applying pads

Press the shock button anyway

Wait until EMS arrives

What should you do if the AED advises no shock?

Continue CPR

Stop compressions

Reanalyze immediately

Check for breathing

Where should AED pads be placed on an adult victim?

One on the chest, one on the back

Both on the lower abdomen

One upper right chest, one lower left side

Both pads on the left side

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

True

False

What is the first step in CPR?

Check for a pulse

Call 911

Give two rescue breaths

Start compressions

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

True

False

What is the purpose of defibrillation?

Stop the heart

Restore a normal rhythm

Increase heart rate

Reduce pain

The first step in CPR is checking for a pulse.

True

False

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

Bent at the elbows

Straight and locked

Crossed over each other

Relaxed

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

15:2

20:2

30:2

10:1

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

True

False

During pediatric CPR, a child's airway should always be opened using the head tilt-chin lift method unless a spinal injury is suspected.

True

False

An AED should only be used by healthcare providers.

True

False

How long should a rescuer check for a pulse before starting chest compressions in an unresponsive child?

At least 15 seconds

No more than 10 seconds

Up to 30 seconds

Pulse check is not needed

CPR should only be performed by medical professionals.

True

False

Where should AED pads be placed on an infant if pediatric pads are not available?

Both pads on the front of the chest

One pad on the chest and one on the back

One pad on each arm

Only one pad should be used

What is the most appropriate action if a child is gasping but has a pulse?

Begin chest compressions immediately

Provide rescue breathing at 1 breath every 3-5 seconds

Wait for the child to stop gasping before intervening

Perform the Heimlich maneuver

How long should a rescuer check for a pulse before starting chest compressions in an unresponsive child?

At least 15 seconds

No more than 10 seconds

Up to 30 seconds

Pulse check is not needed

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

Bent at the elbows

Straight and locked

Crossed over each other

Relaxed

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

60-80

80-100

100-120

120-140

What is the universal sign for choking?

Holding the chest

Clutching the throat

Pointing to the mouth

Waving arms