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Certification Exam: What to Expect

Youโ€™ve now completed the required training in First Aid for Adults, Children, and Infants. This final stepโ€”the certification examโ€”will assess your understanding of core first aid principles and your ability to respond effectively in emergencies. Upon passing, youโ€™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 โ€“ Multiple-choice and true/false, covering key first aid topics across all chapters.
  • Randomized Questions โ€“ Each exam attempt is unique.
  • 60-Minute Time Limit โ€“ Complete your exam in one sitting.
  • All Questions Required โ€“ You must answer every question before submitting.
  • Immediate Feedback โ€“ Youโ€™ll get explanations for each answer.
  • Passing Score: 75% โ€“ Required to earn certification.
  • Three Attempts โ€“ You get up to three consecutive tries before a review break.

What to Keep in Mind

  • Work Independently โ€“ No notes or outside help. Youโ€™ve got this.
  • One Sitting โ€“ You cannot pause and come back later.
  • Tech Ready โ€“ Make sure your internet connection is stable and your device is charged.
  • Review Before You Submit โ€“ You can revisit and adjust answers as needed.
  • Be Confident โ€“ Trust your training and go for it.

What Happens Next?

  • Passed? Great jobโ€”youโ€™re now eligible to order your official certification card.
  • Didnโ€™t pass? No problem. You have three consecutive attempts before youโ€™ll need to review the material.

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Poisoning symptoms can vary widely.

Which of the following is a key symptom of poisoning?

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

Think about cooling the affected area.

What is the best immediate treatment for a minor burn?

Cooling is necessary, but gradually.

What is the correct way to treat heat exhaustion?

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

Think about circulation and blood flow.

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

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: Carbon monoxide poisoning has a strong, noticeable odor.

Heat stroke is a medical emergency.

Which of the following is a sign of heat stroke?

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

Think about stopping blood loss.

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

Poison control should be consulted first.

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

It involves loss of heart function.

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

Think about stabilization.

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

Concussions affect the brain.

How should you treat a person with a suspected concussion?

This is an open fracture.

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

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?

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 gradually increasing body temperature.

What should you do if someone is suffering from hypothermia?

Compression depth is important for effective CPR.

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

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 where to press for effective compressions.

What is the correct hand placement for adult CPR?

Heat stroke is different from heat exhaustion.

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

Avoid actions that can make it worse.

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

Think about stopping blood loss first.

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

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

Think about safety first.

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

Think about the fastest way to reverse the reaction.

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

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

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

Consider what should be done before physical intervention.

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

You need to remove the chemical as quickly as possible.

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

Removing an object could make bleeding worse.

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

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

Think about your own safety first.

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

Prevent movement of the spine.

How should you immobilize a suspected spinal injury victim?

Think about the common warning signs.

What does the FAST acronym stand for in stroke recognition?

Think about preventing infection.

What is the best way to treat an animal bite?

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

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

Think about preventing infection.

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

Think about what helps reduce damage and prevent infection.

What should you do for a second-degree burn?

Think about abdominal thrusts.

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

Think about improving blood flow.

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

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 low blood sugar symptoms.

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

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