Healthcare Provider BLS Certification Exam

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What to Expect

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

Remember, this isn’t about trickery or memorization—it’s about proving you’re ready when it matters. So before you jump in, here’s what to know:

Exam Overview:

✅ 50 Questions – A mix of multiple-choice and true/false, covering all key HCP BLS topics.
✅ Keeping You On Your Toes – Every exam is randomized and unique.
✅ Keep It Moving – Your time will not influence your score but you’ll need to finish within 60 minutes.
✅ Every Question Counts – You’ll need to answer all questions before you can submit.
✅ Get Instant Feedback – All answers includes explanations, so you’ll know why it’s right (or what to review).
✅ 75% Passing Score – That’s what it takes to earn your Official Healthcare Provider BLS Certification.
✅ Unlimited Attempts – You’ll have up to 3 chances to pass before taking a mandatory review break.

What to Keep in Mind:

Work Solo – This is your exam—no notes, no outside help, just what you’ve learned. Trust yourself!
One Sitting – Once you begin, plan to finish in one go. There’s no saving and coming back later.
Tech Check – A stable internet connection, a charged device, and a quiet space will set you up for success.
Think Fast, But Stay Sharp – You can go back and change answers, but remember that in real life, every second counts!
Submit When You’re Ready – Give everything one last look and click with confidence.

What Happens Next?

✔ Pass? Boom—you can now get your Official Healthcare Provider BLS Certification card! 🎉
❌ Didn’t pass? No worries! You get three tries in a row before taking a break to review, then you can try again.

Need Help?

If you run into any issues, reach out to support@firstaidweb.com and we’ll get you sorted.

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

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

Chest rise is visible with each breath

The infant’s skin turns pale

The infant moves their arms

The rescuer hears air moving

During two-rescuer CPR, how often should rescuers switch roles to prevent fatigue?

Every 1 minute

Every 2 minutes

Every 5 minutes

Only when the compressor is tired

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

True

False

Which of the following is the correct ventilation rate for an adult patient with an advanced airway?

One breath every 3-5 seconds

One breath every 6 seconds

One breath every 10 seconds

One breath every 2 seconds

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

Attach electrode pads

Check for a pulse

Perform chest compressions

Deliver a shock immediately

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

Two-finger technique

Heel of one hand technique

Two-thumb encircling hands technique

Palm-over-palm technique

When performing CPR on a child, what is the correct compression depth?

At least 1 inch

At least 1.5 inches

At least 1/3 the chest diameter

At least 4 inches

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

True

False

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

Perform chest compressions

Deliver abdominal thrusts

Give rescue breaths

Use an AED

Which of the following indicates that an advanced airway (such as an endotracheal tube) is correctly placed?

Gastric distension

Absent breath sounds

Equal chest rise and fall

A drop in oxygen saturation

How often should pulse checks be performed when providing rescue breathing to a patient with a pulse?

Every 30 seconds

Every 1 minute

Every 2 minutes

Only when the patient starts moving

Which of the following is NOT a role in a team-based resuscitation?

Compressor

AED/Defibrillator Operator

Medication Administrator

Airway Manager

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

Perform abdominal thrusts

Deliver back slaps and chest thrusts

Give rapid rescue breaths

Initiate chest compressions immediately

Which action is most important to minimize chest compression interruptions?

Stopping compressions to check pulse frequently

Coordinating role switches every 2 minutes

Ventilating before compressions

Pausing for 20 seconds after every AED analysis

Which of the following best describes the purpose of an AED?

To restart the heart in all cardiac emergencies

To analyze heart rhythm and deliver a shock if needed

To monitor blood pressure and oxygen levels

To deliver continuous pacing to the heart

How deep should chest compressions be for an adult during CPR?

At least 2 inches

At least 1 inch

At least 3 inches

Just enough to see chest movement

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

Wait 30 seconds before starting CPR

Begin chest compressions immediately

Perform only rescue breaths

Use an AED before starting compressions

If a choking victim becomes unresponsive, the rescuer should first activate the emergency response system and then start CPR immediately.

True

False

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

True

False

Which pulse should be assessed in an unresponsive adult patient?

Radial

Carotid

Brachial

Femoral

How should healthcare providers assess an infant's responsiveness?

Shout and shake the shoulders

Tap the bottom of the foot and shout

Check for a carotid pulse

Wait for the infant to cry

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

True

False

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

True

False

What is the recommended compression rate for adult CPR?

100-120 compressions per minute

80-100 compressions per minute

50-70 compressions per minute

At the rescuer’s discretion

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

True

False

What is the recommended depth of chest compressions for an adult during CPR?

At least 1 inch

At least 1.5 inches

At least 2 inches

At least 3 inches

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

Frequent role switching without coordination

Assigning clear roles and minimizing interruptions

Giving compressions as quickly as possible without counting

Performing rescue breaths before compressions

Where should AED pads be placed if a patient has a pacemaker?

Directly over the pacemaker

On the back only

At least 1 inch away from the pacemaker

Only on the right side of the chest

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

Switch rescuers every 2 minutes

Pause CPR to check pulse frequently

Give deep breaths before resuming compressions

Delay compressions to analyze rhythm often

How deep should chest compressions be for an adult during CPR?

At least 2 inches

At least 1 inch

At least 3 inches

Just enough to see chest movement

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

Place the AED pads directly over the pacemaker

Avoid using an AED on a patient with a pacemaker

Position AED pads at least 1 inch away from the pacemaker

Use only manual chest compressions

Rescue breaths should be given with excessive force to ensure air enters the lungs.

True

False

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

Carotid artery

Radial artery

Brachial artery

Femoral artery

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

Slow compressions with deep ventilation

Fast compressions with minimal depth

Compressing at least 2 inches deep at 100-120 compressions per minute

Pausing after every compression to allow chest recoil

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

True

False

Healthcare providers should delay defibrillation until 5 cycles of CPR have been completed.

True

False

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

Continue CPR immediately

Wait for medical personnel to arrive

Check the patient's pulse before continuing

Turn off the AED and restart it

After how many cycles of CPR should a healthcare provider reassess for signs of life?

After 2 cycles

After 5 cycles

After every cycle

Only after an AED advises to do so

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

True

False

Healthcare providers should use the head tilt-chin lift technique for all unresponsive patients.

True

False

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

True

False

Which of the following best describes agonal breathing?

Irregular, gasping breaths

Normal, shallow breaths

Slow, deep breaths

Rapid breathing

A healthcare provider should continue CPR until the patient shows signs of life, an AED prompts otherwise, or emergency responders take over.

True

False

If an advanced airway is in place, healthcare providers should continue giving chest compressions at 100-120 per minute without pausing for breaths.

True

False

What is the recommended compression rate for adult CPR?

100-120 compressions per minute

80-100 compressions per minute

50-70 compressions per minute

At the rescuer’s discretion

How deep should chest compressions be for an infant during CPR?

At least 1/3 of the chest depth (~1.5 inches)

At least 2 inches

At least 4 inches

As deep as possible

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

Encourage them to keep coughing

Perform abdominal thrusts

Begin chest compressions

Use an AED

Healthcare providers should perform rescue breaths using a bag-mask device whenever available.

True

False

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

True

False

In pregnant patients, performing manual left uterine displacement can improve blood flow during CPR.

True

False

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