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

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

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

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

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

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?

Safety is the priority.

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

Consider treatments available without prescription.

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

It involves loss of heart function.

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

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

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

Removing an object could make bleeding worse.

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

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

Think about your own safety first.

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

Think of the 'Stayin' Alive' song tempo.

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

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

Think about safe ways to warm the affected area.

What is the most effective way to treat frostbite?

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

Think about what happens when a bone is broken.

Which of the following is a sign of a fracture?

Poisoning symptoms can vary widely.

Which of the following is a key symptom of poisoning?

This is an open fracture.

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

Heat stroke is a medical emergency.

Which of the following is a sign of heat stroke?

Think about the fastest way to stop blood loss.

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

Think about low blood sugar symptoms.

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

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

Think about preventing infection.

What is the best way to treat an animal bite?

You need to remove the chemical as quickly as possible.

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

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

Think about safety first.

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

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

Think about how to warm the area safely.

How should you treat frostbite on the fingers?

Think about the common warning signs.

What does the FAST acronym stand for in stroke recognition?

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

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?

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 carbon monoxide affects the body.

What is the primary danger of carbon monoxide poisoning?

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

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

Concussions affect the brain.

How should you treat a person with a suspected concussion?

Think about stabilization.

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

Think about preventing movement.

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

Think about improving blood flow.

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

Think about safety and assessment.

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

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

Think about emergency treatment for anaphylaxis.

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

Think about where to press for effective compressions.

What is the correct hand placement for adult CPR?

Think about blood circulation.

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