Hair
Which statement describes hypertrichosis?
A) It causes limited hair growth on the scalp, face, and chest.
B) It is a result of having excessive androgens in the blood
C) It occurs in areas of the body that typically grow only vellus hair
D) It is a type of excessive hair growth typically seen in women
C) It occurs in areas of the body that typically grow only vellus hair
Most skin infections are _____.
A) highly contagious
B) signs the body is trying to heal itself
C) not contagious
D) transmitted through mucous membranes
A) highly contagious
Prior to preforming waxing services, clients must sign a(n) _______, which indicates they understand the potential for adverse reactions and will not hold their cosmetologist accountable.
A) service record
B) release form
C) treatment record
D) intake form
B) release form
Which of the following is NOT one of the three most important factors that play a part in the health of the immune system?
A) not smoking
B) adequate sleep
C )Proper nutrition
D) exercise
D) exercise
According to the formula in the text, how many cups of water per day does a 160-pound person need for maximum physical health?
A) 8
B) 10
C) 6
D) 12
B) 10
Which type of disorder occurs when a hair follicle fills with keratin and sebum and is exposed to oxygen in the environment?
A) blackheads
B) milia
C) whiteheads
D) acne
A) blackheads
A large blister containing watery fluid is an example of a ____.
A) primary lesion
B) secondary lesion
C) tertiary lesion
D) vascular lesion
A) primary lesion
Which contraindication is specific to facial waxing?
A) rosacea
B) papules
C) lupus
D) eczema
A) rosacea
All bodily functions, including building tissues, are directly related to _____.
A) exercise
B) work
C) attitude
D) nutrition
D) nutrition
Nadine, a business owner and manager, has been reassured by her employee Stanley that he is immune to the virus spreading through the town. " I have an acquired immunity to it," Stanley insists. If this is true, which of the BEST describes Stanley immunity?
A) It was developed through healthy living
B) It was inherited
C) It came through proper nutrition
D) It came from a vaccination
D) It came from a vaccination
Which hair reduction treatment can cause burn for individuals with higher Fitzpatrick scales?
A) Intense puled light
B) electrolysis
C) laser hair removal
D) waxing
A) Intense puled light
Which of the following is TRUE about sunscreen?
A) A sunscreen may be water resistant
B) A sunscreen's level of protection is measured by its UPF
C) A sunscreen may be sweat proof
D) A single sunscreen application allows people to stay in the sun without burning all day
A) A sunscreen may be water resistant
Which contraindication requires prior approval by the client's doctor before hair removal services can be preformed?
A) pregnancy
B) diabetes
C) laser treatment
D) seasonal allergies
C) laser treatment
Which statement describes hypertrichosis?
A) It causes limited hair growth on the scalp, face, and chest
B) It is a result of having excessive androgens in the blood
C) It occurs in areas of the body that typically grow only vellus hair
D) It is a type of excessive hair growth typically seen in women
C) It occurs in areas of the body that typically grow only vellus hair
During the consultation for waxing services, cosmetologist should discuss proper aftercare and instruct the client to ________.
A) Apply the aloe vera gel for the first 24 hours to soothe the affected area
B) Soak in the hot tub for 30 minutes to reduce any swelling or soreness
C) Sit in directed sunlight for 60 to 90 minutes to counteract any redness
D) use an exfoliating scrub within the first 12 hours to prevent bruising
A) Apply the aloe vera gel for the first 24 hours to soothe the affected area
Sugaring can be used effectively on hair as short as ______ inch.
A)0.25
B)0.21
C)0.17
D)0.12
0.12
Which is an important step for preventing contact dermatitis?
A) Use gloves or implements when working with irrigating chemicals
B) Avoid sun exposure during peak sun times
C) Wash your hands frequently, and keep them dry
D) Apply and exfoliation product
A) Use gloves or implements when working with irrigating chemicals
To avoid contaminating wax, the applicator used on each client should be inserted into the wax _____.
A) often
B) daily
C) smoothly
D) once
D) once
Which type of pigmentation disorder occurs only during pregnancy or while taking birth control pills?
A) lentigines
B) melasma
C) stains
D) leukoderma
B) melasma
Darren is feeling a bit under the weather, but after consulting his doctor, wants to report to work, In order to make sure his manager is okay with him working, he calls and describes his symptoms. After hearing what Darren is experiencing, Igor tells him it is okay to report to work as long as he is careful around the clients. Which of the following is MOST LIKELY what Darren told his manager?
A) "I have a fever"
B) "I have diarrhea"
C) "I am vomiting"
D) "I have a cold"
D) "I have a cold"
When tweezing a client's eyebrows, which of the following steps comes first?
A) Remove the client's eye makeup
B) Brush the eyebrow to remove scaliness
C) Blot the area with antiseptic lotion
D) Put on new disposable gloves
D) Put on new disposable gloves
Many scientist and dermatologist believe that exposure to the sun is responsible for ________ percent of skin aging
A) 50 to 55
B) 60 to 65
C) 70 to 75
D) 80 to 85
D) 80 to 85
For proper application, wax should be ______.
A) Hot enough to melt away vellus hair
B) cool enough to apply without applicators
C) thicker in consistency, like caramel sauce
D) thinner in consistency, like pasta water
C) thicker in consistency, like caramel sauce
Which type of hypertrophy can spread to others?
A) verruca
B) keratoma
C) skin tag
D) mole
A) verruca
Your client arrives at the appointment with a red, swollen spot of the skin and fever blisters. How should you proceed?
A) You should politely decline working with the client at that time and refer the client to a doctor
B) You should take extra precautions by wearing latex gloves while providing the service as scheduled
C) You should politely decline to work with the client and recommend over-the-counter treatment options
D) You should apply an over-the-counter treatment option and wear gloves while providing the service
A) You should politely decline working with the client at that time and refer the client to a doctor