Adult CPR & AED Certification Exam

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Certification Exam: What to Expect

You’ve completed the training for Adult CPR & AED, including how to perform chest compressions, provide rescue breaths, and use an Automated External Defibrillator. The certification exam is your final step—it’s designed to ensure
you’re ready to respond when it matters most.

After passing, you’ll receive an official Adult CPR & AED certification card confirming your successful completion. Before starting, take a moment to review the exam format and expectations below.

Exam Overview

  • 40 Questions – A mix of multiple-choice and true/false covering all core CPR & AED topics.
  • Every Exam is Unique – Questions are randomized each time.
  • 60-Minute Time Limit – You’ll need to complete the exam in one sitting.
  • All Questions Required – You must answer every question before submitting.
  • Immediate Feedback – Each answer includes a brief explanation to support your learning.
  • Passing Score: 75% – That’s the benchmark to earn your certification.
  • Three Attempts – You get up to three tries before a short review break is required.

What to Keep in Mind

  • Work Solo – No notes or external help. Rely on what you’ve learned.
  • One Sitting – Once you begin, plan to finish. There’s no save and return option.
  • Tech Check – Use a stable internet connection and a fully charged device.
  • Stay Focused – You can revisit and revise answers before submitting.
  • Submit with Confidence – Review carefully, then click submit when you’re ready.

What Happens Next?

  • Passed? You’ll be eligible to receive your official certification card—congrats!
  • Didn’t pass? No worries. You can try again up to three times before a review pause is required.

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Which artery is checked for a pulse in adult CPR?

You should check the victim’s pulse every 10 seconds during CPR.

High-quality CPR includes minimizing interruptions in chest compressions.

A person experiencing cardiac arrest will always stop breathing.

When giving compressions to an adult, what should your arms be like?

CPR should be stopped if the victim starts breathing normally.

What should you do if the AED advises no shock?

A person in cardiac arrest will always be unconscious.

How often should you switch rescuers during two-rescuer CPR?

A person in cardiac arrest will always be unconscious.

Why should rescuers avoid excessive ventilation during CPR?

If a victim has a hairy chest and you need to use an AED, what should you do?

CPR should be stopped if the victim starts breathing normally.

If someone collapses but is still breathing, what should you do?

The recommended compression rate for adult CPR is 100-120 per minute.

The Heimlich maneuver is part of standard adult CPR.

Defibrillation is the most effective way to restore a normal heart rhythm in cardiac arrest.

Rescue breaths should be given regardless of whether the victim has a pulse.

If a person is gasping but has no pulse, what should you do?

What is the recommended hand placement for two-rescuer infant CPR?

If someone collapses, you should first call for emergency help before starting CPR.

Defibrillation is the most effective way to restore a normal heart rhythm in cardiac arrest.

What is the first step in CPR?

It is safe to use an AED on a person with a pacemaker.

An AED should only be used by healthcare providers.

Compressions should be stopped while giving rescue breaths.

What does AED stand for?

Chest compressions should be at least 3 inches deep in adult CPR.

CPR should not be performed on drowning victims.

An AED can be used on a wet surface.

Rescue breaths are no longer needed in CPR.

What should you do if the AED advises no shock?

What should you do if the victim is submerged in water and needs an AED?

An untrained rescuer should avoid giving CPR.

Which of the following describes high-quality CPR?

What is the recommended compression depth for adult CPR?

If someone collapses but is still breathing, what should you do?

CPR should continue uninterrupted until EMS arrives or the victim recovers.

Where should AED pads be placed on an adult victim?

Which of the following describes high-quality CPR?