ANATOMY/PHYSIOLOGY
This organ pumps blood throughout the body
Heart
This blood type is commonly known as the universal red-cell donor.
O negative
This healthcare professional diagnoses and treats diseases and injuries.
physician/doctor
HOSA stands for...
Future Health Professionals
This is the largest organ of the human body
Skin
This blood component is primarily responsible for carrying oxygen.
red blood cells
This professional specializes in medications and their safe use.
pharmacist
One major purpose of HOSA is to help students explore this broad field.
healthcare/health sciences
This part of the brain is in charge of balance and coordination
Cerebellum
This imaging technique uses magnetic fields and radio waves rather than X-rays.
MRI
This healthcare professional helps patients recover movement and physical function after injury or illness.
physical therapist
HOSA competitions are commonly referred to as these...
Competitive Events
This structure is where most gas exchange occurs in the lungs
Alveoli
This part of the immune system produces antibodies.
B cells
This professional specializes in mental health and can diagnose mental disorders and prescribe medications.
psychiatrist
Name two skills HOSA aims to develop besides healthcare knowledge.
leadership, communication, teamwork, professionalism, etc.
This hormone lowers blood glucose levels by promoting glucose uptake by cells
Insulin
A patient has difficulty breathing and their oxygen saturation is dangerously low. Which vital sign/measurement would you monitor most directly?
oxygen saturation (SpO₂)
Unlike a psychiatrist, this mental-health professional typically focuses on psychological assessment and psychotherapy and generally does not prescribe medication.
clinical psychologist
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