HOSA KNOWLEDGE
What does HOSA stand for?
HOSA–Future Health Professionals
How many rescue breaths are given after 30 compressions in adult CPR?
2
What is the study of body tissue structure, composition, and function?
D. Histology
What is gel electrophoresis used for?
Separating DNA fragments by size
What year was HOSA founded?
1976
What is HOSA’s mission?
To empower students to become leaders in the global health community through education, collaboration, and experience.
What is the first step when you find someone unresponsive?
Check scene safety
Which suffix refers to breathing?
C. -pnea
What type of bond connects nitrogenous base pairs and holds the two strands of a DNA molecule together?
Hydrogen
What color represents the health science pathway in HOSA?
Blue
What is HOSA's theme for 2025-2026
Champions of Change
How deep should compressions be for an adult during CPR?
2 inches
What is the meaning of the term hysterectomy?
A. Cryosurgery of the ovaries B. Surgical removal of the uterus C. Rupture of the uterus D. Suturing of the fallopian tubes
B. Surgical removal of the uterus
Which discipline of systems biology investigates the full complement of DNA in a cell?
A. Microbiomics B. Proteomics C. Genomics D. Metabolomics
C. Genomics
Which body system is responsible for transporting oxygen and nutrients?
Circulatory
What color blazer is part of the official HOSA uniform?
Navy blue
What is the correct rate of chest compressions per minute?
100–120
What is an obstructing infection in a renal pelvis or ureter?
Pyonephrosis
What is the purpose of a micropipette in a biotechnology lab?
Accurately transfer small liquid volumes
What type of organism causes ringworm in animals?
Fungus
Where were HOSA International Leadership Conference/Nationals held in 2025?
Nashville, Tennessee
When should you use an AED on a drowning victim?
After removing them from the water, checking for breathing and a pulse, and confirming there’s no pulse
Which term refers to a specialist in diseases of the nervous system?
C. Neurologist
What was the first bacterium used commercially to produce genetically engineered human insulin?
E. coli
Which HOSA event category focuses on community service and health promotion?
A. Health Science Events B. Leadership Events C. Recognition Events D. Teamwork Events
C. Recognition Events