Medical Terminology
What does the medical prefix "cardio-" refer to?
heart
What is the largest organ in the human body?
skin
What does HOSA stand for? (not Health Occupations Students of America)
Future Health Professionals
What structure connects muscles to bones?
tendons
What does the suffix “-itis” indicate?
Inflammation
Which vitamin is primarily obtained from sunlight?
Vitamin D
How many chambers does the human heart have?
Four Chambers
Which part of the human skeleton protects the heart and lungs?
the rib cage
What is the term for the study of the body's structures?
anatomy
What part of the cell is known as the "powerhouse" and produces energy?
Mitochondria
What is the name of the emergency procedure used to treat someone who is choking?
Heimlich Maneuver
Which organ can regenerate itself if part of it is removed?
the liver
What is the medical term for a heart attack?
myocardial Infarction
What does CPR stand for?
cardiopulmonary resuscitation
What is the name of the pigment that gives skin its color and protects against UV radiation?
Melanin
How many bones are there in the adult human body?
206 bones