What is HOSA
What does HOSA stand for?
Health Occupations Students of America
Can you join SLC even if you didn't participate in FLC? What is the condition?
Yes. You have to be registered for SLC by the assigned deadline.
What is PPE?
Personal Protective Equipments
What is homeostasis?
The self-regulating process by which human body maintains stable, internal conditions despite external changes.
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What is the highest level of HOSA?
ILC (international leadership conference).
What is the dress code for general sessions and competitive events?
For general sessions, wear business attire or the official HOSA uniform.
For competitive events, wear according to attire appropriate to the speicfic health professions events (ex. CERT skills, EMT, Sports Medicine)
Name your president, 3 vice presidents, and advisor
Liana
Minadhy
Kevin
Stella
Ms.Rice
What is pathophysiology
What is most important in maintaining an aseptic environment?
Washing hands
By attending workshops and seminar
Which type of pencils should you bring for written tests?
Bring traditional #2 pencils. Mechanical pencils are discouraged for use on Scantrons.
What is the correct way of anatomical position?
Body standing upright and palms facing forward.
What are some steps included in a physical exam?
- inspection
- palpation
- auscultation
- percussion
- vital signs
Pulse, respiration, blood pressure, temperature, skin color, state of consciousness, sensory changes, pupilcs, and weakness of movement
How many people qualified for ILC and where is it happening this year?
Three. Indianapolis convention center.
What is the penalty of late arrivals?
What is the medical term for heart attack?
Myocardial infarction
List 5 or more body systems that are being studied in pathophysiology.
Endocrine system
Respiratory system
Digestive system
Circulatory system
Integumentary system
Musculoskeletal system
Lymphatic system
Blood vessel system
Reproductive system
Urinary system
Nervous & Senses
What materials are required for taping/wrapping wrist and hand?
Pre-wrap (any)
Non-elastic athletic tape
Bandage or athletic tape scissors
What is the mission of HOSA?
To empower secondary and postsecondary students to become leaders in healthcare industry.
Can you bring study materials to HOSA? (trick question)
Yes but not to testing rooms, it's only allowed in holding room.
What is the Hippocratic Oath, why is it important?
The Hippocratic Oath is an ethical code for physicians to follow principles that uploads professional standards and puts the patient's health first.
What is the difference between integumentary and lymphatic system
The integumentary system (skin, hair, nails) is an external barrier that protects the body from injury and infection, while the lymphatic system is an internal circulatory system made up of lymph vessles.