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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 circulation and blood flow.

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

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

Think about detection and prevention.

What is the best way to prevent carbon monoxide poisoning?

Think about how to warm the area safely.

How should you treat frostbite on the fingers?

Think about the fastest way to reverse the reaction.

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

Avoid actions that can make it worse.

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

Think about stabilization.

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

Gasping is not effective breathing.

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

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

Think about how carbon monoxide affects the body.

What is the primary danger of carbon monoxide poisoning?

Avoid rapid temperature changes.

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

Think about improving blood flow.

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

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

This is an open fracture.

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

Think about the common warning signs.

What does the FAST acronym stand for in stroke recognition?

Removing an object could make bleeding worse.

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

It involves loss of heart function.

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

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

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

Shock affects circulation and vital signs.

Which of the following is NOT a symptom of shock?

Think about safety and assessment.

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

Think about emergency treatment for anaphylaxis.

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

Poison control should be consulted first.

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

Think about preventing infection.

What is the best way to treat an animal bite?

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.

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

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

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

Think about preventing movement.

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

Think about stopping blood loss first.

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

Heat stroke is a medical emergency.

Which of the following is a sign of heat stroke?

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

Think about cooling the affected area.

What is the best immediate treatment for a minor burn?

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

Think about detection and ventilation.

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

Think about abdominal thrusts.

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

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

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

Human bites carry a high risk of infection.

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

Think about the fastest way to stop blood loss.

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

Poisoning symptoms can vary widely.

Which of the following is a key symptom of poisoning?

Think about what happens when a bone is broken.

Which of the following is a sign of a fracture?

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?

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

Think about your own safety first.

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

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

Diabetic emergencies often affect alertness and energy levels.

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