Hosa Competition: Medical Math Questions And Answers

1cm=?mm {Ans: 10mm}What percentage of the test is measurement and conversion problems? {Ans: 20%}Will the test immediately follow the orientation? {Ans: Yes}1lb=?oz {Ans: 16oz}The official references for selection of symbols, abbreviations, and problems are: {Ans: Simmers, L., Simmers-Nartker, Simmers-Kobelak. DHO: Health Science. Cengage Learning, Latest edition. Olsen, et al, Medical Dosage Calculatiions. Pearson Latest edition. Craig, Gloria P., Clinical Calculations Made Easy. Wolters Kluwer, Latest edition. Helms, Joel R., Mathematics for Health Sciences: A Comprehensive Approach. Cengage Learning. Latest edition.}How many sheets of paper will be given for the test? {Ans: 2}What is 1Kg in g? {Ans: 1000 g}How much of the computation and calculation problems involve conversion? {Ans: At least half}What will the handheld calculators be used for? {Ans: addition, subtraction, multiplication, division, and square root}Who should you check with to determine if a calculator will be used at the State level? {Ans: State advisor}There will be a maximum of ______ minutes to complete the test. {Ans: 90}Can competitors use conversion charts or resources during the test? {Ans: No}Should abbreviations be used in written problems? {Ans: Yes}1000cc=?mL {Ans: 1000mL}What is 1 m in mm?