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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 emergency treatment for anaphylaxis.

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

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

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

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

Avoid rapid temperature changes.

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

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

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 what happens when a bone is broken.

Which of the following is a sign of a fracture?

Think about safety first.

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

Heat stroke is a medical emergency.

Which of the following is a sign of heat stroke?

It involves loss of heart function.

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

Think about abdominal thrusts.

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

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

Think about circulation and blood flow.

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

Poison control should be consulted first.

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

Think about safe ways to warm the affected area.

What is the most effective way to treat frostbite?

Concussions affect the brain.

How should you treat a person with a suspected concussion?

Think about stabilization.

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

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 emergency care.

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

Think about stopping blood loss.

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

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.

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

Think about detection and prevention.

What is the best way to prevent carbon monoxide poisoning?

Think about the common warning signs.

What does the FAST acronym stand for in stroke recognition?

Think about how to warm the area safely.

How should you treat frostbite on the fingers?

Poisoning symptoms can vary widely.

Which of the following is a key symptom of poisoning?

Think about detection and ventilation.

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

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

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

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

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 gradually increasing body temperature.

What should you do if someone is suffering from hypothermia?

Think about how carbon monoxide affects the body.

What is the primary danger of carbon monoxide poisoning?

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)?

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

Think about what removes the source of poisoning first.

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

Heat stroke is different from heat exhaustion.

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

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

Diabetic emergencies often affect alertness and energy levels.

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

Think about preventing movement.

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

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?

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

Think about where to press for effective compressions.

What is the correct hand placement for adult CPR?

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

This is an open fracture.

If a broken bone is protruding through the skin, 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.

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