HOSA Facts
What does the acronym HOSA stand for?
Health Occupations Students of America
What does "cardio-" refer to?
Heart
What system includes the brain and spinal cord?
Nervous system
Which healthcare professional specializes in teeth?
Dentist
What is the medical term for high blood sugar?
Hyperglycemia
In what year was HOSA founded?
1976
What is the suffix for "inflammation"?
-itis
Which organ is part of both the respiratory and digestive systems?
Pharynx
What career involves designing and fitting prosthetics?
Prosthetist
What is the leading cause of lung cancer?
Smoking
Which leadership event in HOSA allows members to meet professionals and gain networking opportunities?
The International Leadership Conference
What does "hepatitis" mean?
Inflammation of the liver
What is the primary function of the circulatory system?
To transport oxygen and nutrients to the body’s cells
What type of doctor specializes in the care of children?
Pediatrician
Which genetic disorder results in the inability to clot blood properly?
Hemophilia
Name one event from the competitive events program.
Medical Spelling, CPR/First Aid, etc
What does "neurology" study?
The nervous system
Which body system regulates hormones?
Endocrine system
Who is the healthcare professional trained to help patients regain mobility and manage pain through exercises and therapy?
Physical Therapist
What chronic condition causes the immune system to attack its own tissues, often leading to fatigue, joint pain, and a butterfly-shaped facial rash?
Lupus
What is the color of the HOSA emblem that represents the caring of members?
Maroon
What is the medical term for "low blood pressure"?
Hypotension
What is the largest organ in the human body?
Skin
What is a phlebotomist trained to do?
Draw blood
What is the disease characterized by the death of brain cells due to a lack of blood flow or oxygen?
Stroke