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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 preventing movement.

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

Think about the fastest way to reverse the reaction.

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

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

Think about safety and assessment.

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

Think about stopping blood loss.

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

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)?

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 bitten by a wild animal, they should always seek medical attention.

Shock affects circulation and vital signs.

Which of the following is NOT a symptom of shock?

Think about improving blood flow.

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

Think about safety first.

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

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?

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

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

Think about the common warning signs.

What does the FAST acronym stand for in stroke recognition?

Prevent movement of the spine.

How should you immobilize a suspected spinal injury victim?

Think about when to seek emergency help.

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

Removing an object could make bleeding worse.

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

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

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

Human bites carry a high risk of infection.

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

Think of the 'Stayin' Alive' song tempo.

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

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 head injury but seems fine, they do not need medical attention.

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

Think about safe ways to warm the affected area.

What is the most effective way to treat frostbite?

Diabetic emergencies often affect alertness and energy levels.

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

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?

Think about what happens when a bone is broken.

Which of the following is a sign of a fracture?

Think about blood circulation.

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

Avoid rapid temperature changes.

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

This is an open fracture.

If a broken bone is protruding through the skin, 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?

Poisoning symptoms can vary widely.

Which of the following is a key symptom of poisoning?

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

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.

It involves loss of heart function.

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

Poison control should be consulted first.

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

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

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 gradually increasing body temperature.

What should you do if someone is suffering from hypothermia?

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

Think about detection and ventilation.

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

Safety is the priority.

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

Think about stabilization.

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

Think about what helps reduce damage and prevent infection.

What should you do for a second-degree burn?

Think about stopping blood loss first.

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