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Certification Exam: What to Expect

You’ve now completed the required training in First Aid for Adults, Children, and Infants. This final step—the certification exam—will assess your understanding of core first aid principles and your ability to respond effectively in emergencies. Upon passing, you’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 – Multiple-choice and true/false, covering key first aid topics across all chapters.
  • Randomized Questions – Each exam attempt is unique.
  • 60-Minute Time Limit – Complete your exam in one sitting.
  • All Questions Required – You must answer every question before submitting.
  • Immediate Feedback – You’ll get explanations for each answer.
  • Passing Score: 75% – Required to earn certification.
  • Three Attempts – You get up to three consecutive tries before a review break.

What to Keep in Mind

  • Work Independently – No notes or outside help. You’ve got this.
  • One Sitting – You cannot pause and come back later.
  • Tech Ready – Make sure your internet connection is stable and your device is charged.
  • Review Before You Submit – You can revisit and adjust answers as needed.
  • Be Confident – Trust your training and go for it.

What Happens Next?

  • Passed? Great job—you’re now eligible to order your official certification card.
  • Didn’t pass? No problem. You have three consecutive attempts before you’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 a drowning victim is unresponsive and not breathing, you should start CPR immediately.

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

Prevent movement of the spine.

How should you immobilize a suspected spinal injury victim?

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

Think of the 'Stayin' Alive' song tempo.

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

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

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 how to warm the area safely.

How should you treat frostbite on the fingers?

Poison control should be consulted first.

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

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 preventing infection.

What is the best way to treat an animal bite?

Human bites carry a high risk of infection.

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

Think about what removes the source of poisoning first.

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

Avoid rapid temperature changes.

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

Shock affects circulation and vital signs.

Which of the following is NOT a symptom of shock?

Think about where to press for effective compressions.

What is the correct hand placement for adult CPR?

Think about how carbon monoxide affects the body.

What is the primary danger of carbon monoxide poisoning?

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

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

Think about the fastest way to reverse the reaction.

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

Poisoning symptoms can vary widely.

Which of the following is a key symptom of poisoning?

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

Safety is the priority.

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

Think about emergency treatment for anaphylaxis.

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

Think about preventing infection.

What is the best way to help someone with a large open wound that is not actively bleeding?

Think about preventing movement.

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

Think about circulation and blood flow.

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

Think about improving blood flow.

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

Think about blood circulation.

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

Compression depth is important for effective CPR.

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

Think about your own safety first.

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

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

Diabetic emergencies often affect alertness and energy levels.

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

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

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

This is an open fracture.

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

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

It involves loss of heart function.

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

Gasping is not effective breathing.

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

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

Avoid actions that can make it worse.

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

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

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

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.

Heat stroke is different from heat exhaustion.

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

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

Think about when to seek emergency help.

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

Think about cooling the affected area.

What is the best immediate treatment for a minor burn?

Think about stabilization.

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