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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 safe ways to warm the affected area.

What is the most effective way to treat frostbite?

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

Think about stopping blood loss first.

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

Think about stopping blood loss.

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

Think about what happens when a bone is broken.

Which of the following is a sign of a fracture?

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

Concussions affect the brain.

How should you treat a person with a suspected concussion?

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

Think about where to press for effective compressions.

What is the correct hand placement for adult CPR?

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

Think about how carbon monoxide affects the body.

What is the primary danger of carbon monoxide poisoning?

Think about preventing movement.

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

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

Think about blood circulation.

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

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

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

Think about what removes the source of poisoning first.

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

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

Think about abdominal thrusts.

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

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

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 common warning signs.

What does the FAST acronym stand for in stroke recognition?

This is an open fracture.

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

Shock affects circulation and vital signs.

Which of the following is NOT a symptom of shock?

It involves loss of heart function.

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

Think about safety first.

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

Compression depth is important for effective CPR.

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

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

Think about the fastest way to stop blood loss.

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

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

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

Think about detection and ventilation.

What is the best way to prevent carbon monoxide poisoning in a home?

Think about stabilization.

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

Think about how to warm the area safely.

How should you treat frostbite on the fingers?

Think about what helps reduce damage and prevent infection.

What should you do for a second-degree burn?

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

Diabetic emergencies often affect alertness and energy levels.

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

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

Think about low blood sugar symptoms.

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

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

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

Think about emergency care.

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

Removing an object could make bleeding worse.

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

Think about preventing infection.

What is the best way to treat an animal bite?

Cooling is necessary, but gradually.

What is the correct way to treat heat exhaustion?

Avoid actions that can make it worse.

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

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

Think about the fastest way to reverse the reaction.

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

Think about circulation and blood flow.

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

Think about safety and assessment.

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