Meaurements
What is the measurement of a volt
What prevents excessive current from passing through a circuit, it is designed to blow out or melt when the wire becomes too hot from overloading the circuit with too much current?
a fuse
What is the use of electricity in skin treatments called?
Electrotherapy
What is another term for light therapy
Phototherapy
About how long are most electrotherapy devices used during treatments?
5-10 minutes
What is the measurement of an Ohm
electrical resistance
This device is designed to automatically interrupt or shut off an electrical circuit at first indication of an overload.
They have replaced fuzes in most modern electrical circuits.
You will most likely encounter them in a salon, spa, or barbershop.
circuit breaker
What is the device called that directs the electric current from an electrotherapy device to a clients skin?
an electrode
**Bonus 100pt**
what is a positive electrode called?
what is a negative electrode called?
this form of light is cooler than natural sunlight
florescent light
What is the device called that warms towels?
Towel cabbie
**Bonus 100pt**
Where should the esthetician test the temperature of the towel?
What is the measurement of a watt
amount of electrical energy
The third connection in a three-prong plug is called what?
a grounding pin
The galvanic current what kind of current that operates on two poles; which are _____ and _____.
Direct Current
Positive and Negative
Infrared light
What is a loupe?
Magnifying Lamp
**Bonus 100pt**
What is the most common diopter of a mag lamp?
**Bonus 100pt**
What is the most common part of the lamp to wear out over time?
What is the measurement of a amp
electrical power
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What us the measurement of a milliampere
This is designed to prevent shock by interrupting a household circuit when there is an electrical leak in the circuit.
Ground Fault Interrupter (GFI)
Where is this most likely to be found?
The Tesla High Frequency current is what kind of current that operates on what poles
Alternating Current
No polarity
**Bonus 100pt**
What is the device called that converts an Alternating current to a Direct current?
In large amounts, this form of light can harm the skin, but in moderation we need it to synthesize the production of vitamin D.
If a client has this, then you should avoid the use of a spray machine
respiratory issues
What is the measurement of a kilowatt?
1,000 watts
In your spa you notice that an electrical extension wire is getting hotter and hotter while a machine it's attached to is running. You quickly turn off the machine and unplug the wire from the outlet. What most likely is the reasoning for this?
The extension wire could not support the amount of amps coming from the machine it was attached to
What are some contraindications of electrical treatments?
Metal plates/pins
Pace Makers
Uncontrolled Diabetes
High blood pressure
Heart problems
Epilepsy
filtered black light
How long should electric boots or mitts be warmed before use?
10 minutes
**Bonus 100pt**
What is a benefit of the electric mitts or boots?
In order to avoid cross contamination, what are electric mitts or boots used in conjunction with?