Hosa History
What does Hosa stand for?
Health Occupations Students of America (or HOSA-Future Health Professionals).
What does CPR stand for?
Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation.
What does the prefix hypo- mean?
Under or below.
Name one type of competitive event at the HOSA SLC.
Many answers
What is the symbol for medicine featuring a snake and staff?
The Rod of Asclepius.
In what year was Hosa founded?
1976!
What is the normal human body temperature in Fahrenheit? (as long as you are within 2 digits)
98.6°F.
What is the suffix meaning "inflammation"?
-itis.
What item is required in HOSA’s official dress code?
A navy blazer or a tailored suit. (will take others also)
What animal is the heaviest land animal?
Elephant
What is the official Hosa motto (this one is hard but try your best) Hint: letters THOHMTHOT
"The Hands of HOSA Mold the Health of Tomorrow."
How many chambers are in the human heart?
4
What does tachycardia mean? Hint (fast what?)
Fast heart rate.
What should you bring to every HOSA conference event?
HOSA membership card, ID, or event materials. (will also take other answers)
How many continents are there?
7
Where is HOSA’s international headquarters located?Hint: Begins with a T
Texas
What is the name of the largest bone in the human body? (this one is easy)
Femur
What does hepat/o refer to?
Liver!
What is the purpose of the HOSA Opening Session?
To kick off the conference, introduce speakers, and motivate participants.
What is the largest organ in the human body?
Skin
What year did HOSA become an international organization? Hint: somewhere in the 2010s
2017!
What is the medical term for high blood pressure?
HyperTension
What does the term osteoporosis mean?
A condition where bones become weak and brittle.
What’s the best way to prepare for a skills-based competitive event?
Practice skills regularly, review guidelines, and simulate real scenarios.
How many moons does Jupiter have?
95 as of 2023 lol