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Certification Exam: What to Expect

Youโ€™ve now completed the required training in First Aid for Adults, Children, and Infants. This final stepโ€”the certification examโ€”will assess your understanding of core first aid principles and your ability to respond effectively in emergencies. Upon passing, youโ€™ll be eligible to receive an official certification card recognizing your completion of this program. Before you begin, take a moment to review the exam format and requirements below.

Exam Overview

  • 50 Questions โ€“ Multiple-choice and true/false, covering key first aid topics across all chapters.
  • Randomized Questions โ€“ Each exam attempt is unique.
  • 60-Minute Time Limit โ€“ Complete your exam in one sitting.
  • All Questions Required โ€“ You must answer every question before submitting.
  • Immediate Feedback โ€“ Youโ€™ll get explanations for each answer.
  • Passing Score: 75% โ€“ Required to earn certification.
  • Three Attempts โ€“ You get up to three consecutive tries before a review break.

What to Keep in Mind

  • Work Independently โ€“ No notes or outside help. Youโ€™ve got this.
  • One Sitting โ€“ You cannot pause and come back later.
  • Tech Ready โ€“ Make sure your internet connection is stable and your device is charged.
  • Review Before You Submit โ€“ You can revisit and adjust answers as needed.
  • Be Confident โ€“ Trust your training and go for it.

What Happens Next?

  • Passed? Great jobโ€”youโ€™re now eligible to order your official certification card.
  • Didnโ€™t pass? No problem. You have three consecutive attempts before youโ€™ll need to review the material.

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True or False: You should stop CPR if the person starts breathing on their own.

This is an open fracture.

If a broken bone is protruding through the skin, what should you do?

Think about detection and ventilation.

What is the best way to prevent carbon monoxide poisoning in a home?

Prevent movement of the spine.

How should you immobilize a suspected spinal injury victim?

Think about how carbon monoxide affects the body.

What is the primary danger of carbon monoxide poisoning?

Heat stroke is different from heat exhaustion.

Which of the following is a clear sign of heat stroke?

Think about emergency care.

What should you do if someone is having an asthma attack but does not have their inhaler?

Think about safety first.

What is the best way to treat a victim of electrical shock?

Think about emergency treatment for anaphylaxis.

What should you do if a person experiencing an allergic reaction is struggling to breathe?

True or False: You should apply ice directly to a burn to cool it quickly.

Compression depth is important for effective CPR.

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

Think about the fastest way to stop blood loss.

What is the best way to control severe bleeding from a wound?

Think about improving blood flow.

What is the best way to treat someone who has fainted?

Think about your own safety first.

What is the first step when assisting a victim of an electrical shock?

Think about the common warning signs.

What does the FAST acronym stand for in stroke recognition?

Poison control should be consulted first.

What should you do if someone accidentally swallows a household cleaning chemical?

True or False: If a person is experiencing a seizure, you should place an object in their mouth to prevent them from biting their tongue.

Think about how to warm the area safely.

How should you treat frostbite on the fingers?

Think about when to seek emergency help.

What should you do if someone is having an asthma attack and their inhaler is not working?

True or False: Carbon monoxide poisoning has a strong, noticeable odor.

Think about blood circulation.

What is the first thing you should do if someone faints?

Removing an object could make bleeding worse.

If someone has a deep cut with an object embedded in the wound, what should you do?

Think about safety and assessment.

If you witness someone suddenly collapse, what should you do first?

Think about cooling the affected area.

What is the best immediate treatment for a minor burn?

Avoid actions that can make it worse.

Which of the following is the correct way to stop a nosebleed?

Persistent bleeding may require medical help.

What should you do if someone has a severe nosebleed that won't stop after 10 minutes of applying pressure?

Safety is the priority.

What is the best way to help someone having a seizure?

It involves loss of heart function.

Which of the following is a common sign of cardiac arrest?

Think about stabilization.

What is the purpose of a splint for a suspected fracture?

Avoid rapid temperature changes.

What should you do first if someone is suffering from severe hypothermia?

True or False: If someone has a deep puncture wound, you should remove the object before applying first aid.

Concussions affect the brain.

How should you treat a person with a suspected concussion?

Think about circulation and blood flow.

If a person is in shock, what is the BEST position to place them in?

True or False: A third-degree burn is usually the most painful type of burn.

Think about preventing infection.

What is the best way to treat an animal bite?

Cooling is necessary, but gradually.

What is the correct way to treat heat exhaustion?

Gasping is not effective breathing.

What should you do if someone is gasping but has no pulse?

Time is critical in a heart attack situation.

What is the first action you should take if you suspect someone is having a heart attack?

Think about detection and prevention.

What is the best way to prevent carbon monoxide poisoning?

Think about preventing movement.

How should you help a person with a suspected spinal injury?

True or False: If someone is bitten by a wild animal, they should always seek medical attention.

Think about what helps reduce damage and prevent infection.

What should you do for a second-degree burn?

True or False: If a drowning victim is unresponsive and not breathing, you should start CPR immediately.

True or False: You should tilt the head back for someone experiencing a nosebleed.

True or False: Applying heat to a sprained ankle is the best way to reduce swelling.

Think about stopping blood loss first.

What is the first step in treating a deep open wound?

True or False: If someone swallows a poison, you should immediately make them vomit.

True or False: An asthma inhaler should be used only if a person is unconscious.

True or False: If someone has inhaled toxic fumes, you should move them to fresh air immediately.

True or False: You should always perform CPR on someone who collapses, even if they are breathing.