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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 safety first.

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

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

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

Cooling is necessary, but gradually.

What is the correct way to treat heat exhaustion?

Think about detection and prevention.

What is the best way to prevent carbon monoxide poisoning?

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 when to seek emergency help.

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

Think about where to press for effective compressions.

What is the correct hand placement for adult CPR?

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

Think about circulation and blood flow.

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

Think about blood circulation.

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

Gasping is not effective breathing.

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

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

Think about the common warning signs.

What does the FAST acronym stand for in stroke recognition?

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

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

Think about improving blood flow.

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

Concussions affect the brain.

How should you treat a person with a suspected concussion?

Think about what happens when a bone is broken.

Which of the following is a sign of a fracture?

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

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 a tooth is knocked out, you should handle it by the root.

Human bites carry a high risk of infection.

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

Prevent movement of the spine.

How should you immobilize a suspected spinal injury victim?

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

Think about stopping blood loss first.

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

Think about what removes the source of poisoning first.

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

Think about abdominal thrusts.

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

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?

Think about emergency treatment for anaphylaxis.

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

Safety is the priority.

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

Avoid actions that can make it worse.

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

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

Think about your own safety first.

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

Heat stroke is different from heat exhaustion.

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

Think about safety and assessment.

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

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

Think about preventing infection.

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

Consider treatments available without prescription.

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

Avoid rapid temperature changes.

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

Think about detection and ventilation.

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

Think of the 'Stayin' Alive' song tempo.

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

Think about gradually increasing body temperature.

What should you do if someone is suffering from hypothermia?

Think about preventing infection.

What is the best way to treat an animal bite?

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

Think about how carbon monoxide affects the body.

What is the primary danger of carbon monoxide poisoning?

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.

Think about preventing movement.

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

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