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Certification Exam: What to Expect

You’ve now completed the required training in First Aid for Adults, Children, and Infants. This final step—the certification exam—will assess your understanding of core first aid principles and your ability to respond effectively in emergencies. Upon passing, you’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 – Multiple-choice and true/false, covering key first aid topics across all chapters.
  • Randomized Questions – Each exam attempt is unique.
  • 60-Minute Time Limit – Complete your exam in one sitting.
  • All Questions Required – You must answer every question before submitting.
  • Immediate Feedback – You’ll get explanations for each answer.
  • Passing Score: 75% – Required to earn certification.
  • Three Attempts – You get up to three consecutive tries before a review break.

What to Keep in Mind

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

What Happens Next?

  • Passed? Great job—you’re now eligible to order your official certification card.
  • Didn’t pass? No problem. You have three consecutive attempts before you’ll need to review the material.

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This is an open fracture.

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

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

Think about where to press for effective compressions.

What is the correct hand placement for adult CPR?

True or False: A person with a nosebleed should tilt their head back to stop the bleeding.

Removing an object could make bleeding worse.

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

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

True or False: If someone is experiencing carbon monoxide poisoning, you should move them to fresh air immediately.

Consider what should be done before physical intervention.

What is the first step when you see someone choking and unable to breathe?

Think about emergency care.

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

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 stopping blood loss first.

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

Think about cooling the affected area.

What is the best immediate treatment for a minor burn?

Poisoning symptoms can vary widely.

Which of the following is a key symptom of poisoning?

Heat stroke is different from heat exhaustion.

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

Think about circulation and blood flow.

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

Think about safety first.

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

Avoid rapid temperature changes.

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

Think about detection and ventilation.

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

True or False: If a person is having a seizure, you should hold them down to prevent injury.

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

Think about the common warning signs.

What does the FAST acronym stand for in stroke recognition?

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

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

Human bites carry a high risk of infection.

What should you do if someone has a deep human bite that is bleeding?

Think about what removes the source of poisoning first.

What is the first step in treating a victim of carbon monoxide poisoning?

Think of the 'Stayin' Alive' song tempo.

What is the recommended rate of chest compressions per minute in CPR?

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

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

Cooling is necessary, but gradually.

What is the correct way to treat heat exhaustion?

True or False: An AED should only be used if the person has no pulse and is unresponsive.

Diabetic emergencies often affect alertness and energy levels.

Which of the following is a common symptom of a diabetic emergency?

Gasping is not effective breathing.

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

Think about how carbon monoxide affects the body.

What is the primary danger of carbon monoxide poisoning?

Think about stabilization.

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

Think about emergency treatment for anaphylaxis.

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

Shock affects circulation and vital signs.

Which of the following is NOT a symptom of shock?

Safety is the priority.

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

Heat stroke is a medical emergency.

Which of the following is a sign of heat stroke?

You need to remove the chemical as quickly as possible.

What is the first step in treating a chemical burn in the eye?

Prevent movement of the spine.

How should you immobilize a suspected spinal injury victim?

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

True or False: If someone collapses and does not have a pulse, you should start CPR immediately.

Think about your own safety first.

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

True or False: You should tilt the head back for someone experiencing 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?

Compression depth is important for effective CPR.

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

True or False: Human bites are usually less dangerous than animal bites.

Think about low blood sugar symptoms.

Which of the following is a sign of a diabetic emergency (hypoglycemia)?

Think about detection and prevention.

What is the best way to prevent carbon monoxide poisoning?

Think about how to warm the area safely.

How should you treat frostbite on the fingers?