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HOSA Medical Spelling Words 1-100 Alternate *Q&A* (100% Correct) 2025/2026 |VERIFIED| 1. Acidosis refers to a condition where there is an excessive buildup of acid in the body fluids, leading to an imbalance in the body’s pH levels. excessive acidity of body fluids. 2. The acrom...

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HOSA Medical Spelling Words 1-100
Alternate *Q&A* (100% Correct)
2025/2026 |VERIFIED|
1. Acidosis refers to a condition where there is an excessive buildup of acid in the body fluids, leading to
an imbalance in the body’s pH levels. excessive acidity of body fluids.



2. The acromion is the outward extension of the shoulder blade that forms the point of the shoulder,
visible on the upper arm. Outward extension of the shoulder blade forming the point of the
shoulder.



3. Adenoma is a non-cancerous tumor originating in glandular tissue, often found in organs such as the
thyroid, pituitary, or adrenal glands. A benign epithelial tumor of glandular origin.



4. Aldosterone is a hormone produced by the adrenal glands that helps regulate sodium and potassium
levels in the body, which influences blood pressure. A corticosteroid hormone that is secreted by
the cortex of the adrenal gland.



5. Alkalosis is a condition where the blood and body tissues become excessively alkaline, characterized
by a decrease in hydrogen ions. Abnormally high alkalinity (low hydrogen-ion concentration) of
the blood and other body tissues.



6. An alveolus is a small, hollow cavity within the bone of the jaw that holds a tooth, also known as a
tooth socket. A bony socket in the alveolar ridge that holds a tooth.



7. Anesthesia is the loss of sensation, often induced by drugs such as ether or novocaine, to prevent pain
during medical procedures. Loss of feeling or sensation resulting from ether, chloroform,
novocaine, etc.



8. An aneurysm refers to the bulging or ballooning of a weakened blood vessel wall, often in arteries,
which can lead to rupture if left untreated. The ballooning out of an artery wall at a point where it
has grown weak.


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, 9. An angiogram is a diagnostic imaging procedure used to visualize blood vessels, typically done by
injecting a contrast dye into the bloodstream and taking X-ray images. An x-ray of blood vessels
following injection with radio-opaque material.



10. Ankylosis is the abnormal fusion or stiffening of bones in a joint, often resulting from injury or
disease. Abnormal adhesion and rigidity of the bones of a joint.



11. Anorexia is a prolonged eating disorder characterized by a severe loss of appetite and an intense fear
of gaining weight, often leading to malnutrition. A prolonged disorder of eating due to loss of
appetite.



12. An anticoagulant is a type of medication that helps prevent the formation of blood clots by inhibiting
the clotting process. Medicine that prevents or retards the clotting of blood.



13. An antispasmodic is a substance that helps relieve or prevent muscle spasms, often used to treat
conditions like irritable bowel syndrome or other muscle-related disorders. Agent that prevents
muscle spasms.



14. Aphagia is the condition where a person is unable to swallow food or liquids, often due to
neurological or physical issues. Inability to swallow.



15. Aphasia is a language disorder that results in the loss of the ability to speak or understand speech,
typically caused by a brain injury or stroke. Loss of speech due to injury or illness.



16. Apnea refers to the temporary cessation of breathing, commonly occurring during sleep as seen in
conditions like sleep apnea. Temporary cessation of breathing.



17. An appendectomy is a surgical procedure in which the appendix is removed, typically performed
when the appendix becomes inflamed (appendicitis). Surgical removal of the vermiform appendix.



18. Arrhythmia refers to any irregularity in the heart’s rhythm, whether it is too fast, too slow, or erratic,
disrupting the normal flow of blood. Abnormal heart rhythm.

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