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

Think about safety first.

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

Think about safety and assessment.

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

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)?

Think about gradually increasing body temperature.

What should you do if someone is suffering from hypothermia?

Diabetic emergencies often affect alertness and energy levels.

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

Prevent movement of the spine.

How should you immobilize a suspected spinal injury victim?

Think about preventing infection.

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

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?

Think about blood circulation.

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

Heat stroke is different from heat exhaustion.

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

Poison control should be consulted first.

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

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

You need to remove the chemical as quickly as possible.

What is the first step in treating a chemical burn in the eye?

Compression depth is important for effective CPR.

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

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

It involves loss of heart function.

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

Think about the common warning signs.

What does the FAST acronym stand for in stroke recognition?

This is an open fracture.

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

Think about cooling the affected area.

What is the best immediate treatment for a minor burn?

Heat stroke is a medical emergency.

Which of the following is a sign of heat stroke?

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?

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

Think about emergency treatment for anaphylaxis.

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

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?

Consider what should be done before physical intervention.

What is the first step when you see someone choking and unable to breathe?

Think about the fastest way to stop blood loss.

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

Think about improving blood flow.

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

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

Concussions affect the brain.

How should you treat a person with a suspected concussion?

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

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 abdominal thrusts.

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

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

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 infection.

What is the best way to treat an animal bite?

Avoid actions that can make it worse.

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

Think about preventing movement.

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

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

Think about how carbon monoxide affects the body.

What is the primary danger of carbon monoxide poisoning?

Safety is the priority.

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

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

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

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

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

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 what removes the source of poisoning first.

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

Think about circulation and blood flow.

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