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CERTIFIED HOSA BOWL:
COMPREHENSIVE QUESTION AND
ANSWERS [100% CORRECT] 2025
EDITION!!
What is the diaphysis of a bone? It refers to the long shaft of a long bone.



What is the epiphysis of a bone? It is the rounded end of a bone, located at the joints.



What are erythrocytes? They are red blood cells that carry oxygen throughout the body.



What are leukocytes? They are white blood cells that help fight infection.



What is the area called where the sutures between the frontal and parietal bones are not fully fused in
an infant? This area is known as a fontanel.



What is a greenstick fracture? It is a type of bone fracture where the bone bends and cracks but
doesn't break completely, often seen in children.



What gives blood its characteristic red color? Hemoglobin, a protein in red blood cells, is
responsible for the red color.



What condition does a person with hemophilia have? Hemophilia is a disorder where the blood
cannot clot properly.



Which type of lymphoma is most commonly diagnosed? Hodgkin’s disease is the most common
form of lymphoma.



What is hypertension? Hypertension is a condition characterized by high blood pressure.

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,What is hypotension? Hypotension refers to low blood pressure.



What does it mean if someone is febrile? It means that the person has a fever.



What does it mean if someone is afebrile? It means that the person does not have a fever.



If a disease is idiopathic, what does that imply about its cause? The cause of the disease is
unknown.



What is an impacted fracture? An impacted fracture occurs when the broken ends of a bone are
forced into each other.



Which vein carries blood from the lower body back to the heart? The inferior vena cava is
responsible for this function.



Which chamber of the heart receives oxygenated blood from the lungs? The left atrium receives
oxygenated blood from the lungs.



Which chamber of the heart pumps oxygenated blood into the aorta? The left ventricle pumps
blood into the aorta.



What is leukemia? Leukemia is a cancer of the blood and bone marrow.



What is the manubrium? The manubrium is the upper portion of the sternum (breastbone).



What is a compound fracture? A compound fracture occurs when the bone breaks through the
skin.



What are osteoblasts? Osteoblasts are cells responsible for producing new bone tissue.


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,What is osteoporosis, and who is most commonly affected by it? Osteoporosis is a condition
where bones become porous and fragile, most commonly affecting older women.



Why might a pericardiocentesis be performed? A pericardiocentesis is done to remove fluid from
the pericardial sac surrounding the heart.



What is the periosteum? The periosteum is the tough membrane that covers the outer surface of
bones.



How many phalanges does the average person have? The average person has 20 phalanges (10
fingers and 10 toes).



What is phlebitis? Phlebitis is inflammation of a vein.



What is arthritis? Arthritis is the inflammation of one or more joints, causing pain and stiffness.



What is cephalgia? Cephalgia is the medical term for a headache.



Which chamber of the heart receives deoxygenated blood from the body? The right atrium
receives blood returning from the body.



Which chamber of the heart pumps blood to the lungs through the pulmonary artery? The right
ventricle pumps blood into the pulmonary artery.



What condition is characterized by an abnormal curve in the spine? Scoliosis causes the spinal
column to curve abnormally.



What makes a simple fracture “simple”? A simple fracture occurs when the bone breaks
completely but does not pierce the skin.



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, Which vein brings blood from the upper body to the heart? The superior vena cava carries blood
from the upper body to the heart.



What structure connects muscles to bones? Tendons attach muscles to bones.



What structure connects bones to other bones? Ligaments connect bones to other bones.



What are thrombocytes? Thrombocytes are also known as platelets, which are essential for blood
clotting.



What is the function of platelets? Platelets help the blood to clot and prevent excessive bleeding.



What condition occurs when the heart cannot pump blood effectively to meet the body’s needs?
Congestive heart failure (CHF) occurs when the heart is unable to pump blood efficiently.



Can you name three components of the circulatory system? The circulatory system includes the
heart, arteries, and veins.



Can you name three components of the endocrine system? The endocrine system includes the
hypothalamus, pituitary gland, and thyroid gland.



What are three parts of the integumentary system? The integumentary system consists of the
skin, hair, and nails.



What are the main components of the nervous system? The nervous system includes the brain,
spinal cord, and nerves.



Can you name six bones of the human skeleton? Examples include the cranium, mandible,
clavicle, scapula, femur, and tibia.



What does pallor refer to? Pallor refers to paleness, often caused by illness or a lack of blood flow.

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