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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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Think about the fastest way to reverse the reaction.

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

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?

Think about detection and prevention.

What is the best way to prevent carbon monoxide poisoning?

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

Think about safety first.

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

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 what removes the source of poisoning first.

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

Think about how carbon monoxide affects the body.

What is the primary danger of carbon monoxide poisoning?

Think about emergency treatment for anaphylaxis.

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

Think about improving blood flow.

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

You need to remove the chemical as quickly as possible.

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

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?

Think about where to press for effective compressions.

What is the correct hand placement for adult CPR?

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

Think about stopping blood loss first.

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

Think of the 'Stayin' Alive' song tempo.

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

Think about gradually increasing body temperature.

What should you do if someone is suffering from hypothermia?

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

Think about low blood sugar symptoms.

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

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

Concussions affect the brain.

How should you treat a person with a suspected concussion?

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

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

Think about blood circulation.

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

Compression depth is important for effective CPR.

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

Think about how to warm the area safely.

How should you treat frostbite on the fingers?

Cooling is necessary, but gradually.

What is the correct way to treat heat exhaustion?

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

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

Think about preventing movement.

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

Diabetic emergencies often affect alertness and energy levels.

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

True or False: You should immerse a burn victim in ice-cold water to stop tissue damage.

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

Think about detection and ventilation.

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

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

Heat stroke is different from heat exhaustion.

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

Prevent movement of the spine.

How should you immobilize a suspected spinal injury victim?

Think about cooling the affected area.

What is the best immediate treatment for a minor burn?

This is an open fracture.

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

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

Think about circulation and blood flow.

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

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

Think about what helps reduce damage and prevent infection.

What should you do for a second-degree burn?

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

Gasping is not effective breathing.

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

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