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

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

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: If a tooth is knocked out, you should handle it by the root.

Think about emergency care.

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

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 gradually increasing body temperature.

What should you do if someone is suffering from hypothermia?

Think about what removes the source of poisoning first.

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

You need to remove the chemical as quickly as possible.

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

Think about stabilization.

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

Think of the 'Stayin' Alive' song tempo.

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

Think about preventing infection.

What is the best way to treat an animal bite?

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

Think about cooling the affected area.

What is the best immediate treatment for a minor burn?

Think about safety first.

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

Think about your own safety first.

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

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

Think about when to seek emergency help.

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

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

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

Think about blood circulation.

What is the first thing you should do if someone faints?

Removing an object could make bleeding worse.

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

Poisoning symptoms can vary widely.

Which of the following is a key symptom of poisoning?

Heat stroke is a medical emergency.

Which of the following is a sign of heat stroke?

Gasping is not effective breathing.

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

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 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 the fastest way to reverse the reaction.

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

Concussions affect the brain.

How should you treat a person with a suspected concussion?

Diabetic emergencies often affect alertness and energy levels.

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

Safety is the priority.

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

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

Think about safety and assessment.

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

Avoid rapid temperature changes.

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

Think about how carbon monoxide affects the body.

What is the primary danger of carbon monoxide poisoning?

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

Think about how to warm the area safely.

How should you treat frostbite on the fingers?

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

Poison control should be consulted first.

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

Heat stroke is different from heat exhaustion.

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

Think about stopping blood loss.

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

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

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 stopping blood loss first.

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

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

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

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

Human bites carry a high risk of infection.

What should you do if someone has a deep human bite that is bleeding?