Anatomy & Physiology
What organ pumps blood throughout the body?
The Heart
What does the prefix “brady-” mean?
Slow
What does HOSA stand for?
Health Occupations Students of America
What is a motion?
Formal proposal for action
What is the largest organ of the human body?
Skin
What part of the brain controls balance and coordination?
The Cerebellum
What does the prefix “tachy-” mean?
Fast/rapid
How many competitors are on a HOSA Bowl team?
4 competitors
What is a quorum?
Minimum members needed to conduct business
What type of immunity can develop after receiving a vaccine?
Active immunity
What blood vessels carry blood away from the heart?
Arteries
What does the prefix “hypo-” mean?
Below/under/deficient
What is HOSA’s main purpose?
Empower future health professionals to become leaders in the global health community
What type of shock results from a major loss of blood volume?
Hypovolemic shock
What structures in the lungs are responsible for gas exchange?
Alveoli
What does the suffix “-itis” mean?
Inflammation
What are the three main parts of HOSA’s mission: ________, ________, and ________?
Education, experience, and recognition
When can the president/chair vote
When the chair's vote affects the result
What is the primary purpose of infection control in healthcare?
Prevent/reduce spread of infection
What hormone lowers blood glucose levels?
Insulin
Break down “electrocardiogram” into its word parts and explain what it means.
electr/o = electricity; cardi/o = heart; -gram = record
During the HOSA Bowl buzzer round, how long does a competitor have to answer after being recognized by the moderator?
5 seconds
What is the difference between a main motion and a subsidiary motion?
Main motion introduces business; subsidiary motion acts on pending business
What ethical principle gives patients the right to make their own healthcare decisions?
Autonomy