Healthcare Provider BLS Certification Exam

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Healthcare Provider BLS Certification Exam: What to Expect

Youโ€™ve completed the Healthcare Provider BLS Course, reinforcing your ability to perform high-quality CPR, manage airways, and respond effectively in critical situations. Now, itโ€™s time to take the next step and complete your certification exam.

Rememberโ€”this isnโ€™t about trickery or memorization. Itโ€™s about proving youโ€™re ready when it matters most. Before you jump in, hereโ€™s what to expect:

Exam Overview

  • 55 Questions โ€“ Multiple-choice and true/false, covering all key HCP BLS topics.
  • Randomized Questions โ€“ Every exam attempt is unique.
  • 90-Minute Limit โ€“ Stay focused and finish in one session.
  • All Questions Required โ€“ You must complete every item before submitting.
  • Instant Feedback โ€“ Explanations provided after each attempt for continued learning.
  • Passing Score: 75% โ€“ Earn your Official Healthcare Provider BLS Certification.
  • 3 Attempts โ€“ You get up to three tries before a mandatory review break.

What to Keep in Mind

  • Work Solo โ€“ No notes, no help. Just your knowledge and training.
  • Complete in One Sitting โ€“ No pausing or saving progress.
  • Check Your Setup โ€“ Make sure your device is charged and connected to a stable internet source.
  • Stay Sharp โ€“ You can review and change your answers before submitting.
  • Submit with Confidence โ€“ Give it one last look and go for it.

What Happens Next?

  • Passed? You're now eligible to download your Official Healthcare Provider BLS Certification card.
  • Didnโ€™t pass? No problemโ€”you have three chances before a required review break, after which you can try again.

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In two-rescuer CPR for an infant, the compression-to-ventilation ratio is 30:2.

What is the recommended compression rate for adult CPR?

An unconscious patient with a pulse but no normal breathing requires CPR.

A healthcare provider should always check for a pulse for at least 15 seconds before starting chest compressions.

If a victim has a pulse but is not breathing, what should you do?

Which of the following is the most effective way to minimize interruptions in chest compressions?

What should a rescuer do if a patient regains a pulse but remains unresponsive with no normal breathing?

What should a healthcare provider do if they are unsure whether a patient has a pulse?

Which of the following describes high-quality chest compressions for a child?

Healthcare providers should prioritize ventilation over compressions in a patient with cardiac arrest.

How should healthcare providers assess an infant's responsiveness?

If a patient has a do-not-resuscitate (DNR) order, healthcare providers should still begin CPR until confirmed documentation is available.

What is the best method for opening the airway of an unresponsive trauma patient with a suspected spinal injury?

What is the correct compression-to-ventilation ratio for a single rescuer performing CPR on an adult?

Healthcare providers should avoid excessive ventilation because it can cause increased intrathoracic pressure and reduce cardiac output.

Which of the following is the correct compression-to-ventilation ratio for two-rescuer infant CPR?

What is the best way to ensure high-quality CPR in a team setting?

How should a rescuer deliver ventilations using a bag-mask device during two-rescuer CPR?

Which of the following correctly describes the recommended hand placement for adult chest compressions?

Which of the following is an appropriate way to relieve severe choking in a responsive infant?

In a hospital setting, what is the preferred method for delivering rescue breaths to an unresponsive patient?

What is the most common cause of cardiac arrest in infants and children?

Chest compressions should be paused while the AED is charging before delivering a shock.

The recommended compression-to-ventilation ratio for single-rescuer CPR in infants is 30:2.

A victim of drowning is found unresponsive and not breathing. What should you do first?

If a patient is unresponsive, pulseless, and not breathing, what is the first action a healthcare provider should take?

During CPR, rescuers should avoid excessive ventilation because it can lead to decreased cardiac output.

If an AED detects a non-shockable rhythm, what is the next step?

Rescue breathing without chest compressions is recommended for patients who have a pulse but are not breathing adequately.

When using an AED, what is the first step after turning it on?

Which of the following is the most reliable method to confirm effective rescue breaths?

Which of the following actions should be taken immediately after an AED delivers a shock?

A bag-mask device should deliver each breath over 2 seconds to ensure adequate ventilation.

Which of the following best describes agonal breathing?

Which of the following best describes the purpose of closed-loop communication in a resuscitation team?

Which of the following is a sign that an infant is experiencing effective ventilation?

How should rescuers handle a patient who has a pacemaker and needs defibrillation?

If an advanced airway is in place during CPR, how often should ventilations be given?

Chest compressions should be performed on a soft surface to prevent injury.

Which of the following is a sign of effective chest compressions?

What is the recommended action if a responsive choking adult can cough forcefully?

A victim of drowning is found unresponsive and not breathing. What should you do first?

Which of the following is the preferred pulse check location for an infant?

Which of the following conditions requires the immediate use of an AED?

During two-rescuer CPR for an infant, what is the preferred compression technique?

Rescuers should perform CPR on a patient experiencing agonal gasps.

Which of the following is the most critical step in increasing survival rates for a patient in cardiac arrest?

What is the primary reason why high-quality chest compressions are critical during CPR?

Which of the following best describes high-quality CPR for an adult?

If an advanced airway is in place, how often should ventilations be given during CPR?

Healthcare providers should check for breathing and a pulse at the same time to minimize delays in starting CPR.

Which of the following is the most effective way to minimize interruptions during CPR?

Which of the following best describes agonal breathing?

Healthcare providers should switch roles every 5 minutes to prevent fatigue during high-quality CPR.

What is the recommended compression rate for adult CPR?