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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 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?

Think about detection and prevention.

What is the best way to prevent carbon monoxide poisoning?

Think about the fastest way to stop blood loss.

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

Think about what helps reduce damage and prevent infection.

What should you do for a second-degree burn?

This is an open fracture.

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

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

Think of the 'Stayin' Alive' song tempo.

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

Think about emergency care.

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

Think about gradually increasing body temperature.

What should you do if someone is suffering from hypothermia?

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

Prevent movement of the spine.

How should you immobilize a suspected spinal injury victim?

It involves loss of heart function.

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

Poison control should be consulted first.

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

True or False: If someone collapses and does not have a pulse, you should start CPR 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: If a person is experiencing a seizure, you should place an object in their mouth to prevent them from biting their tongue.

Compression depth is important for effective CPR.

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

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

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 someone swallows a poison, you should immediately make them vomit.

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 third-degree burn is usually the most painful type of burn.

You need to remove the chemical as quickly as possible.

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

Poisoning symptoms can vary widely.

Which of the following is a key symptom of poisoning?

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?

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 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 improving blood flow.

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

Think about low blood sugar symptoms.

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

Think about preventing movement.

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

Avoid actions that can make it worse.

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

Diabetic emergencies often affect alertness and energy levels.

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

Consider what should be done before physical intervention.

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

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

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

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?

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

Think about safe ways to warm the affected area.

What is the most effective way to treat frostbite?

Think about stopping blood loss.

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

Think about safety and assessment.

If you witness someone suddenly collapse, what should you do first?

Think about abdominal thrusts.

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

Think about the fastest way to reverse the reaction.

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

Think about what happens when a bone is broken.

Which of the following is a sign of a fracture?

Think about the common warning signs.

What does the FAST acronym stand for in stroke recognition?

True or False: If a drowning victim is unresponsive and not breathing, you should start CPR immediately.

Cooling is necessary, but gradually.

What is the correct way to treat heat exhaustion?

Gasping is not effective breathing.

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