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!

An AED should only be used by healthcare providers.

True

False

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

True

False

An untrained rescuer should avoid giving 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

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

True

False

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

True

False

CPR should not be performed on drowning victims.

True

False

A heart attack and cardiac arrest are the same thing.

True

False

What is the purpose of defibrillation?

Stop the heart

Restore a normal rhythm

Increase heart rate

Reduce pain

Which is a sign of cardiac arrest?

Slow breathing

Coughing

No pulse

Sweating

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

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

Which artery is checked for a pulse in adult CPR?

Carotid

Brachial

Femoral

Radial

What does AED stand for?

Advanced Emergency Defibrillator

Automated External Defibrillator

Assisted Electrical Device

Automated Emergency Defibrillation

CPR should only be performed by medical professionals.

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

CPR should not be performed on drowning victims.

True

False

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

True

False

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

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

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

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

15:2

20:2

30:2

10:1

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

True

False

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

True

False

What should you do if the AED advises no shock?

Continue CPR

Stop compressions

Reanalyze immediately

Check for breathing

What is the correct technique for delivering chest compressions in a 2-rescuer infant CPR scenario?

Use one hand on the chest

Use two fingers on the chest

Use the two-thumb-encircling hands technique

Use two palms on the chest

CPR should only be performed by medical professionals.

True

False

Rescue breaths are no longer needed in CPR.

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

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

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

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

True

False

Compressions should be stopped while giving rescue breaths.

True

False

A heart attack and cardiac arrest are the same thing.

True

False

An AED can be used on a wet surface.

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

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

Ignore the hair

Press harder

Shave the area or use extra pads

Do not use AED

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

1 breath every 3-4 seconds

1 breath every 5-6 seconds

1 breath every 10 seconds

1 breath every second

Which of the following describes high-quality CPR?

Shallow compressions

Minimal interruptions

Stopping to check pulse frequently

Slow compression rate

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

When using an AED, what is the first step?

Apply the pads

Turn it on

Press the shock button

Check pulse

Which is a sign of cardiac arrest?

Slow breathing

Coughing

No pulse

Sweating

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

True

False

Which artery is checked for a pulse in adult CPR?

Carotid

Brachial

Femoral

Radial

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

True

False

An AED can be used on a wet surface.

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

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

True

False

What does AED stand for?

Advanced Emergency Defibrillator

Automated External Defibrillator

Assisted Electrical Device

Automated Emergency Defibrillation