HOSA 2025 Health Care Issues Exam (
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Heart Disease - Ans--The leading cause of death in the US. More than 50%
of adults in the US have heart disease.
What percent of adults admit to skipping prescribed medications? - Ans--
30%
Current life expectancy globally - Ans--73 years of age
Poor sleep quality can lead to... - Ans--brain aging (according to some
studies)
RSV vaccines - Ans--There are now 2 approved vaccines to prevent
against RSV
What is RSV? - Ans--A respiratory virus that typically affects elderly and
young children severely.
RSV Symptoms - Ans--Runny nose, decrease in appetite, cough,
wheezing, sneezing, fever, trouble breathing
Supplements and Medication Interactions - Ans--Supplements can affect
how your body processes medication (sometimes break down faster or
slower which affects absorption rates and metabolism)
Which National Center has a great resource for understanding how
medications interact with supplements? - Ans--National Center for
Complementary and Integrative Health's Herbs at Glance
Why is Urine Yellow? - Ans--Urobilin
Kidneys convert what substance to urobilin? - Ans--urobilinogen
, Why is research about urine color important? - Ans--It helps us understand
the urinary mechanism better and also understand metabolism. It will help
in researching cures for people who have certain diseases affected by
urinary issues.
A research highlight related to blood clots - Ans--There is a new molecule
that has been discovered that could prevent blood clots without the
increased risk of bleeding that comes with current blood thinner
medications
New research related to air pollution - Ans--Air pollution rates are increasing
along neighborhood racial segregation lines
New research highlight about chronic illness and hydration - Ans--Staying
hydrated can decrease your risk of developing chronic diseases
New research highlight about better screening at birth - Ans--Better
screening before and after birth can reduce maternal sepsis and save lives
define sepsis - Ans--life-threatening condition when a body's immune
system over-reacts to an infection which leads to widespread inflammation
and organ damage
recent research highlight about HIV - Ans--HIV treatments are getting more
convenient for people with limited resources
recent research highlight about gut bacteria and exercise - Ans--Your gut
microbiome may affect your desire to exercise
a recent research highlight about testing for brain disorders - Ans--a quick
skin biopsy could test for many major skin disorders
What is parkinson's disease? - Ans--a nervous system disorder that affects
motor function. Causes tremors and shaking and makes it difficult to
perform daily activities
Is parkinson's hereditary? - Ans--Yes, there is a genetic link
All Correct Answers) Passed Get It
Right
Heart Disease - Ans--The leading cause of death in the US. More than 50%
of adults in the US have heart disease.
What percent of adults admit to skipping prescribed medications? - Ans--
30%
Current life expectancy globally - Ans--73 years of age
Poor sleep quality can lead to... - Ans--brain aging (according to some
studies)
RSV vaccines - Ans--There are now 2 approved vaccines to prevent
against RSV
What is RSV? - Ans--A respiratory virus that typically affects elderly and
young children severely.
RSV Symptoms - Ans--Runny nose, decrease in appetite, cough,
wheezing, sneezing, fever, trouble breathing
Supplements and Medication Interactions - Ans--Supplements can affect
how your body processes medication (sometimes break down faster or
slower which affects absorption rates and metabolism)
Which National Center has a great resource for understanding how
medications interact with supplements? - Ans--National Center for
Complementary and Integrative Health's Herbs at Glance
Why is Urine Yellow? - Ans--Urobilin
Kidneys convert what substance to urobilin? - Ans--urobilinogen
, Why is research about urine color important? - Ans--It helps us understand
the urinary mechanism better and also understand metabolism. It will help
in researching cures for people who have certain diseases affected by
urinary issues.
A research highlight related to blood clots - Ans--There is a new molecule
that has been discovered that could prevent blood clots without the
increased risk of bleeding that comes with current blood thinner
medications
New research related to air pollution - Ans--Air pollution rates are increasing
along neighborhood racial segregation lines
New research highlight about chronic illness and hydration - Ans--Staying
hydrated can decrease your risk of developing chronic diseases
New research highlight about better screening at birth - Ans--Better
screening before and after birth can reduce maternal sepsis and save lives
define sepsis - Ans--life-threatening condition when a body's immune
system over-reacts to an infection which leads to widespread inflammation
and organ damage
recent research highlight about HIV - Ans--HIV treatments are getting more
convenient for people with limited resources
recent research highlight about gut bacteria and exercise - Ans--Your gut
microbiome may affect your desire to exercise
a recent research highlight about testing for brain disorders - Ans--a quick
skin biopsy could test for many major skin disorders
What is parkinson's disease? - Ans--a nervous system disorder that affects
motor function. Causes tremors and shaking and makes it difficult to
perform daily activities
Is parkinson's hereditary? - Ans--Yes, there is a genetic link
