About HSAFP
What does HSAFP stand for?
High School Alliance of Future Physicians
Name three types of Physicians
Answers vary(some accepted answers:cardiologist, dermatologist, neurologist)
What does CPR stand for?
Cardiopulmonary resuscitation
What is a hematoma?
A solid swelling of clotted blood within the tissues
What is the largest bone in the human body?
The femur
Who are your officers?
Vrinda, Avnika, Melissa, Shambhavi
What is an otologist?
They specialize in medical and surgical treatment of dizziness, hearing loss, and tumors of the ear.
Name three abbreveations used for vital signs
BP(Blood pressure), T(Temperature),HR(Heart rate), RR/R(Respiratory rate/ respirations), P(Pulse)
What do the suffixes -dynia and -algia mean?
Pain
Do fingers contain muscles?
No, they are tendons
What is our main mission?
Provide hands-on and virtual activities and resources for students and build a supportive community for aspiring medical professionals.
Which professional can prescribe medication?
A psychiatrist
If something is needed immediately what abbreviation would be used?
STAT
The inability to speak, or impairment of speech is called what?
Aphasia or Dysphasia
What is the smallest bone in your body?
The stapes, located inside the middle ear
What can you earn if you complete the requirements as a senior?
A cord and pin
About how much percent of the doctors in the U.S. are male?
65%
What does BID stand for?
Twice a day
Nephrology is the study of what?
The kidneys
Is stomach acid strong enough to dissolve razor blades/any metal?
Yes!
When does our monthly curriculum update?
The first week of each month
What is a rheumatologist?
A specialist who treats rheumatic diseases, or conditions characterized by inflammation, soreness and stiffness of muscles, and pain in joints and associated structures.
What does CVA mean?
Cerebrovascular accident (Stroke)
What is the meaning of the word "blepharospasm"?
An involuntary tight closure of the eyelids
About how much percent of your day do you spend with your eyes closed just from blinking?
10%