Healthcare Provider BLS Certification Exam

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Healthcare Provider BLS Certification Exam: What to Expect

You’ve completed the Healthcare Provider BLS Course, reinforcing your ability to perform high-quality CPR, manage airways, and respond effectively in critical situations. Now, it’s time to take the next step and complete your certification exam.

Remember—this isn’t about trickery or memorization. It’s about proving you’re ready when it matters most. Before you jump in, here’s what to expect:

Exam Overview

55 Questions – Multiple-choice and true/false, covering all key HCP BLS topics.
Randomized Questions – Every exam attempt is unique.
90-Minute Limit – Stay focused and finish in one session.
All Questions Required – You must complete every item before submitting.
Instant Feedback – Explanations provided after each attempt for continued learning.
Passing Score: 75% – Earn your Official Healthcare Provider BLS Certification.
3 Attempts – You get up to three tries before a mandatory review break.

What to Keep in Mind

Work Solo – No notes, no help. Just your knowledge and training.
Complete in One Sitting – No pausing or saving progress.
Check Your Setup – Make sure your device is charged and connected to a stable internet source.
Stay Sharp – You can review and change your answers before submitting.
Submit with Confidence – Give it one last look and go for it.

What Happens Next?

Passed? You're now eligible to download your Official Healthcare Provider BLS Certification card.
Didn’t pass? No problem—you have three chances before a required review break, after which you can try again.

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What is the correct compression-to-ventilation ratio for a single rescuer performing CPR on an adult?

30:2

15:2

10:1

Continuous compressions

Healthcare providers should delay defibrillation until 5 cycles of CPR have been completed.

True

False

What is the recommended compression rate for adult CPR?

100-120 compressions per minute

80-100 compressions per minute

50-70 compressions per minute

At the rescuer’s discretion

If a victim has a pulse but is not breathing, what should you do?

Provide rescue breaths

Start chest compressions

Use an AED immediately

Perform back blows

What is the recommended depth of chest compressions for an adult during CPR?

At least 1 inch

At least 1.5 inches

At least 2 inches

At least 3 inches

In a hospital setting, what is the preferred method for delivering rescue breaths to an unresponsive patient?

Mouth-to-mouth ventilation

Bag-mask ventilation

Giving fast, shallow breaths

Placing the patient in a recovery position instead

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

At least 2 inches

At least 1 inch

At least 3 inches

Just enough to see chest movement

Which of the following is a sign that an advanced airway is correctly placed?

Absent breath sounds on both sides

Equal chest rise with ventilation

Gastric distension

A drop in oxygen saturation

Which of the following is the correct rate of ventilations for an adult patient with a pulse who is not breathing?

1 breath every 10 seconds

1 breath every 5-6 seconds

2 breaths every second

1 breath every 2 seconds

Which of the following is a sign that an infant is experiencing effective ventilation?

Chest rise is visible with each breath

The infant’s skin turns pale

The infant moves their arms

The rescuer hears air moving

Which of the following describes high-quality chest compressions for a child?

Compress at least 1/3 of the chest depth (~2 inches)

Compress the chest as deeply as possible

Use only two fingers for all child compressions

Compress at a rate of 50-80 per minute

What is the first step a rescuer should take when using an AED?

Attach the electrode pads to the patient

Turn on the AED

Press the shock button

Check for a pulse

Which of the following is the most reliable method to confirm effective rescue breaths?

Listening for air movement

Feeling for breath against your cheek

Observing visible chest rise

Counting the number of breaths given

What should a rescuer do if a patient regains a pulse but remains unresponsive with no normal breathing?

Continue CPR

Provide rescue breathing and monitor

Perform rapid defibrillation

Begin chest compressions again

Which of the following describes the best method for checking for responsiveness in an unresponsive patient?

Checking for a pulse only

Shaking the patient vigorously

Tapping the patient and shouting, 'Are you okay?'

Looking for chest rise only

What is the correct compression-to-ventilation ratio for two-rescuer CPR on a child?

30:2

15:2

10:1

20:5

If a choking victim becomes unresponsive, the rescuer should first activate the emergency response system and then start CPR immediately.

True

False

A healthcare provider should always check for a pulse for at least 15 seconds before starting chest compressions.

True

False

Rescue breaths should be given with excessive force to ensure air enters the lungs.

True

False

An unconscious patient with a pulse but no normal breathing requires CPR.

True

False

Chest compressions should be performed on a soft surface to prevent injury.

True

False

If a victim has a pulse but is not breathing, what should you do?

Provide rescue breaths

Start chest compressions

Use an AED immediately

Perform back blows

If a patient has a strong pulse but is not breathing, what should a healthcare provider do first?

Begin chest compressions

Administer rescue breaths

Use an AED

Wait for the patient to resume breathing

Naloxone should be administered to any unresponsive patient regardless of the suspected cause.

True

False

How should a rescuer deliver ventilations using a bag-mask device during two-rescuer CPR?

With quick breaths to ensure oxygenation

With enough force to cause the chest to overinflate

With each breath delivered over 1 second to produce visible chest rise

Every 2 seconds

Chest compressions should be performed on a soft surface to prevent injury.

True

False

If an AED detects a non-shockable rhythm, what is the next step?

Continue CPR immediately

Wait for medical personnel to arrive

Check the patient's pulse before continuing

Turn off the AED and restart it

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

At least 2 inches

At least 1 inch

At least 3 inches

Just enough to see chest movement

Which of the following is the most effective way to minimize interruptions in chest compressions?

Switch rescuers every 2 minutes

Pause CPR to check pulse frequently

Give deep breaths before resuming compressions

Delay compressions to analyze rhythm often

An unconscious patient with a pulse but no normal breathing requires CPR.

True

False

After how many cycles of CPR should a healthcare provider reassess for signs of life?

After 2 cycles

After 5 cycles

After every cycle

Only after an AED advises to do so

Chest compressions should be performed on a soft surface to prevent injury.

True

False

In two-rescuer CPR for an infant, the compression-to-ventilation ratio is 30:2.

True

False

Healthcare providers should delay CPR to check for normal breathing for at least 20 seconds.

True

False

What should a healthcare provider do if they are unsure whether a patient has a pulse?

Wait 30 seconds before starting CPR

Begin chest compressions immediately

Perform only rescue breaths

Use an AED before starting compressions

Which of the following best describes agonal breathing?

Irregular, gasping breaths

Normal, shallow breaths

Slow, deep breaths

Rapid breathing

Rescue breaths should be given with excessive force to ensure air enters the lungs.

True

False

If a victim has a pulse but is not breathing, what should you do?

Provide rescue breaths

Start chest compressions

Use an AED immediately

Perform back blows

What is the recommended action if a responsive choking adult can cough forcefully?

Encourage them to keep coughing

Perform abdominal thrusts

Begin chest compressions

Use an AED

Which action is most important to minimize chest compression interruptions?

Stopping compressions to check pulse frequently

Coordinating role switches every 2 minutes

Ventilating before compressions

Pausing for 20 seconds after every AED analysis

Which action should be taken first if an infant is unresponsive and not breathing normally?

Give 2 rescue breaths immediately

Start chest compressions immediately

Check for a pulse for no more than 10 seconds

Activate the emergency response system first

Rescue breaths should be given with excessive force to ensure air enters the lungs.

True

False

Which of the following actions should be taken immediately after an AED delivers a shock?

Check for a pulse

Wait for the AED to analyze again

Resume chest compressions immediately

Provide rescue breaths for 30 seconds before resuming CPR

A victim of drowning is found unresponsive and not breathing. What should you do first?

Provide 2 initial rescue breaths

Start chest compressions immediately

Check for signs of circulation

Wait for professional rescuers

Which of the following actions helps minimize interruptions in chest compressions during CPR?

Stopping compressions every 30 seconds to check for a pulse

Coordinating role switches every 2 minutes

Ventilating the patient before starting compressions

Pausing after each AED shock for at least 10 seconds

A victim of drowning is found unresponsive and not breathing. What should you do first?

Provide 2 initial rescue breaths

Start chest compressions immediately

Check for signs of circulation

Wait for professional rescuers

If a patient is gasping for air but has no pulse, this is considered normal breathing and CPR is not needed.

True

False

What is the recommended compression rate for adult CPR?

100-120 compressions per minute

80-100 compressions per minute

50-70 compressions per minute

At the rescuer’s discretion

Healthcare providers should switch roles every 5 minutes to prevent fatigue during high-quality CPR.

True

False

When performing CPR on a child, what is the correct compression depth?

At least 1 inch

At least 1.5 inches

At least 1/3 the chest diameter

At least 4 inches

What is the correct compression-to-ventilation ratio for a single rescuer performing CPR on an adult?

30:2

15:2

10:1

Continuous compressions

Which of the following is a sign of effective chest compressions?

The rescuer feels exhausted quickly

The patient’s skin color immediately returns to normal

The chest rises with each compression

The chest fully recoils after each compression

Which of the following is the most effective way to minimize interruptions in chest compressions?

Switch rescuers every 2 minutes

Pause CPR to check pulse frequently

Give deep breaths before resuming compressions

Delay compressions to analyze rhythm often

Healthcare providers should perform rescue breaths using a bag-mask device whenever available.

True

False

If a patient is unresponsive, pulseless, and not breathing, what is the first action a healthcare provider should take?

Call 911 and wait for paramedics

Begin chest compressions immediately

Deliver 2 rescue breaths before checking for a pulse

Use an AED before starting compressions

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