HOSA
When should you turn in dues by?
September 2nd
The recommended beats per minute (BPM) for chest compressions during CPR
100-120
What part of the brain controls balance, movement, and coordination?
The cerebellum
What is the term for a medical professional who specializes in the treatment of the heart?
Cardiologist
Tending to become progressively worse, possibly resulting in death
Malignant
What is the 2026-2027 theme?
Redefine the Standard
What side of the face droops during a stroke on the right brain?
left side
What is the name of the muscle that separates the chest cavity from the abdominal cavity and plays a key role in breathing?
The diaphragm
This specialist administers medications to cause a loss of feeling or sensation during surgery
anesthesiologist
What is the medical term for high blood pressure?
Hypertension
Who are our 2026-2027 Sponsors?
Atlas Title & State Farm
The compressions-to-breaths ratio for Child CPR (2 Rescuers Present)
15:2
Your thigh is blank to your knee referring to distance
proximal
Nephrology is the study of?
the kidneys
What does the suffix -itis mean in medical terms?
Inflammation
Name 2 event categories
Health Science, Leadership, Recognition, Health Professions, Teamwork, Emergency Preparedness
The inability to speak, or impairment of speech is called
Aphasia or Dysphasia
Which chamber of the human heart is responsible for pumping oxygenated blood to the rest of the body?
Left Ventricle
What is an otologist and what is their job?
They specialize in medical and surgical treatment of dizziness, hearing loss, and tumors of the ear.
The suffix that means the surgical creation of an artificial opening
stomy
When was HOSA established?
1976
Chest compressions should be initiated within ___ seconds if identifying victim is not responsive and has no pulse.
10
Which of the following is a structural, fibrous protein found in the dermis?
Collagen
What is another name for an otolaryngologist?
Ear, Nose, and Throat specialist - ENT.
The medical suffix means a surgical puncture of a body cavity or organ to remove or aspirate fluid
-centesis