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

Heat stroke is a medical emergency.

Which of the following is a sign of heat stroke?

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

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

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 safety first.

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

Think about stopping blood loss.

What should you do if a person has a deep laceration with severe bleeding?

Think about where to press for effective compressions.

What is the correct hand placement for adult CPR?

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

This is an open fracture.

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

True or False: If someone has a head injury but seems fine, they do not need medical attention.

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?

Shock affects circulation and vital signs.

Which of the following is NOT a symptom of shock?

Consider treatments available without prescription.

What should you do if someone is experiencing a mild allergic reaction (itching, rash, but no breathing difficulty)?

Think about cooling the affected area.

What is the best immediate treatment for a minor burn?

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

Removing an object could make bleeding worse.

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

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 emergency treatment for anaphylaxis.

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

Prevent movement of the spine.

How should you immobilize a suspected spinal injury victim?

Poison control should be consulted first.

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

Consider what should be done before physical intervention.

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

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?

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

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

Think about the common warning signs.

What does the FAST acronym stand for in stroke recognition?

Human bites carry a high risk of infection.

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

Cooling is necessary, but gradually.

What is the correct way to treat heat exhaustion?

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

You need to remove the chemical as quickly as possible.

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

True or False: If a tooth is knocked out, you should handle it by the root.

Think about blood circulation.

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

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

Think about how to warm the area safely.

How should you treat frostbite on the fingers?

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

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

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

Think about abdominal thrusts.

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

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

Think about preventing movement.

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

Avoid rapid temperature changes.

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

Think about emergency care.

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

Think about what removes the source of poisoning first.

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

Think about detection and prevention.

What is the best way to prevent carbon monoxide poisoning?

Heat stroke is different from heat exhaustion.

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

Concussions affect the brain.

How should you treat a person with a suspected concussion?

Poisoning symptoms can vary widely.

Which of the following is a key symptom of poisoning?

Gasping is not effective breathing.

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

Think about stabilization.

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