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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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Think about stabilization.

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

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

Think about emergency treatment for anaphylaxis.

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

Think about what helps reduce damage and prevent infection.

What should you do for a second-degree burn?

Think about circulation and blood flow.

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

Heat stroke is a medical emergency.

Which of the following is a sign of heat stroke?

Think about the fastest way to reverse the reaction.

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

Think about the fastest way to stop blood loss.

What is the best way to control severe bleeding from a wound?

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

Think about cooling the affected area.

What is the best immediate treatment for a minor burn?

Consider treatments available without prescription.

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

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

Think about preventing infection.

What is the best way to treat an animal bite?

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

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

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

Think about how carbon monoxide affects the body.

What is the primary danger of carbon monoxide poisoning?

Think about your own safety first.

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

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

Think about when to seek emergency help.

What should you do if someone is having an asthma attack and their inhaler is not working?

Heat stroke is different from heat exhaustion.

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

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

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

Think about low blood sugar symptoms.

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

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?

Safety is the priority.

What is the best way to help someone having a seizure?

Diabetic emergencies often affect alertness and energy levels.

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

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

Think about improving blood flow.

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

Think about preventing infection.

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

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

Think of the 'Stayin' Alive' song tempo.

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

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.

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?

Think about gradually increasing body temperature.

What should you do if someone is suffering from hypothermia?

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

Poisoning symptoms can vary widely.

Which of the following is a key symptom of poisoning?

Prevent movement of the spine.

How should you immobilize a suspected spinal injury victim?

Think about safety first.

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

Concussions affect the brain.

How should you treat a person with a suspected concussion?

Gasping is not effective breathing.

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

Think about the common warning signs.

What does the FAST acronym stand for in stroke recognition?

It involves loss of heart function.

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

Think about how to warm the area safely.

How should you treat frostbite on the fingers?

Removing an object could make bleeding worse.

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

Compression depth is important for effective CPR.

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

Think about emergency care.

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