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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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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?

Heat stroke is different from heat exhaustion.

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

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

True or False: A person experiencing hypoglycemia (low blood sugar) should be given sugar immediately.

Think about the fastest way to stop blood loss.

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

Think about circulation and blood flow.

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

Think about the fastest way to reverse the reaction.

What is the best immediate treatment for a severe allergic reaction (anaphylaxis)?

Think about what happens when a bone is broken.

Which of the following is a sign of a fracture?

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?

Shock affects circulation and vital signs.

Which of the following is NOT a symptom of shock?

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

Think about gradually increasing body temperature.

What should you do if someone is suffering from hypothermia?

Human bites carry a high risk of infection.

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

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

Think about abdominal thrusts.

How can you help someone who is choking and cannot speak or cough?

Concussions affect the brain.

How should you treat a person with a suspected concussion?

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

Compression depth is important for effective CPR.

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

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

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

Think about safety and assessment.

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

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

Gasping is not effective breathing.

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

Think about safety first.

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

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

Think about your own safety first.

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

Consider what should be done before physical intervention.

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

Think about preventing infection.

What is the best way to help someone with a large open wound that is not actively bleeding?

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

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

Think about how to warm the area safely.

How should you treat frostbite on the fingers?

Think about safe ways to warm the affected area.

What is the most effective way to treat frostbite?

You need to remove the chemical as quickly as possible.

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

Think about how you can detect breath without touching the person.

Which of the following is the best way to check if an unconscious person is breathing?

Poison control should be consulted first.

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

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

Think about preventing movement.

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

Think about cooling the affected area.

What is the best immediate treatment for a minor burn?

Avoid rapid temperature changes.

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

Think about preventing infection.

What is the best way to treat an animal bite?

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

Avoid actions that can make it worse.

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

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

Think about what helps reduce damage and prevent infection.

What should you do for a second-degree burn?

Think about when to seek emergency help.

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

Cooling is necessary, but gradually.

What is the correct way to treat heat exhaustion?

Think about the common warning signs.

What does the FAST acronym stand for in stroke recognition?

Think about improving blood flow.

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

Think about blood circulation.

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

Poisoning symptoms can vary widely.

Which of the following is a key symptom of poisoning?