HOSA CPR & First Aid | 40+ Key Terms with Definitions | Emergency Conditions, Injuries, Shock, Stroke | 2025/2026 | HOSA-Future Health Professionals

This document provides 40+ essential CPR and First Aid terms with precise definitions, specifically aligned with the HOSA CPR/First Aid competitive event for the 2025/2026 academic year. It serves as a foundational vocabulary and terminology guide for students preparing for HOSA events, first aid exams, or entry-level healthcare training. The content is clear, concise, and medically accurate, offering a complete resource for quick reference or in-depth study. Key terms and conditions explained include: – CPR procedures, stroke (CVA), myocardial infarction (heart attack) – Common injury types: abrasion, avulsion, puncture, laceration, amputation – Medical emergencies: diabetic coma, insulin shock, convulsions, fainting – Environmental emergencies: frostbite, heat stroke, heat exhaustion, hypothermia – Circulatory & respiratory responses: shock, hemorrhage, dyspnea – Pulse check locations: carotid and brachial arteries – First aid principles: triage, wound care, poison management, infection This document is ideal for: – High school and postsecondary students competing in HOSA CPR/First Aid – Students in Health Science, Medical Assisting, EMT, or Nursing Assistant programs – Learners preparing for Red Cross, AHA, or school-based first aid certification – Instructors and advisors seeking quick-reference glossaries for emergency topics By mastering this terminology, students gain a solid grounding in how to identify, assess, and respond to a wide range of injuries and emergencies—critical skills for both competitions and real-world situations. Keywords: CPR, first aid, shock, stroke, diabetic coma, insulin shock, heat stroke, hemorrhage, wound types, sprain, fracture, triage, carotid artery, brachial pulse, HOSA CPR, emergency care, environmental emergencies, first responder, healthcare terms