All of the following statements regarding the pH scale are true EXCEPT:

values below 7 indicate more alkalinity

When you believe a person may be choking, what step should be taken first?

determine if the victim can speak or cough

A communicable disease refers to a disease that is:

spread from one person to another

Chemical burns should be treated by:

removing or neutralizing as much chemical as possible

Which of the following conditions is an example of chemical change?

oxygen and hydrogen combining to form water

Which of the following statements is true of visible light?

waves hit an object and are either absorbed or reflected

Why is pure water considered a neutral substance?

positive and negative ions balance each other out

All of the following actions can help prevent a heat burn EXCEPT:

test temperature on the side of towel that will be placed on client

What happens when an alkali is placed in water?

alkali decreases the concentration of hydrogen ions

During a skin care treament chemical solution has dripped into a client's eyes. What is the first step you should take?

flush eyeball with lukewarm water for 15 to 30 minutes

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Esthetics Study Guide - Pivot Point 102E Science 102E.1 Transmission of Infection 102E.2 Infection Control 102E.3 First Aid 102E.4 Principles of Electricity 102E.5 Electricity in Esthetics 102E.6 Matter 102E.7 pH 102E.8 Cosmetic Products 102E.9 Cosmetic Product Ingredients

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Questions 90

Answers

1
All tools or supplies that come in contact with the client during a service must be discarded or:
cleaned
disinfected
sterilized
ventilated
2
All of the following statements regarding the pH scale are true EXCEPT:
values below 7 indicate more alkalinity
logarithmic scale that identifies degree of acidity or alkalinity
7 indicates a neutral substance
values below 7 indicate more acidity
3
When you believe a person may be choking, what step should be taken first?
apply a cold compress to face
make a fist
determine if the victim can speak or cough
perform abdominal thrusts
4
Joan has a client with sensitive skin, which of the following masks would help calm and soothe her client's skin?
clay/mud mask
paraffin mask
gel mask
cream mask
5
A current in which electrons move at an even rate and flow in only one direction is called:
short circuit
alternating current
overload
direct current
6
Which delivery system requires friction to release the performance ingredients?
liposomes
hydrogels
microsponges
microcapsules
7
In addition to the efficacy claims on the label, what information is assigned to a product to show its approval?
safety data
barcode
EPA registration number
toll-free number
8
A communicable disease refers to a disease that is:
nonpathogenic
not spread from one person to another
spread from one person to another
passive
9
Chemical burns should be treated by:
applying pressure
scrubbing with soap and hot water
applying a lotion or cream
removing or neutralizing as much chemical as possible
10
The eradication of all microbial life, including bacterial spores is:
disinfection
sterilization
cleaning
washing
11
All of the following descriptions are true about pathogenic bacteria EXCEPT:
produce toxins
cause the decay of refuse
can cause disease
spread via contaminated implements
12
Ingredients that help hold the product together, provide a base and contain a preservative system are called:
performance
hypoallergenic
preservative
functional
13
The wavelengths that produce the longest waves of the visible spectrum are:
red
blue
green
yellow
14
Too many devices are put on one circuit & used at the same time, more current flows than the line should carry causing:
overload
waveform
direct current
open circuit
15
Dropping an electrical appliance into water, making it a foreign conductor, causes a(n):
short circuit
closed circuit
overload
open circuit
16
Removing dirt, debris and potential pathogens to aid in slowing the growth of pathogens is:
cleaning
disinfection
sterilization
calibration
17
Functional ingredients used to remove oil and/or dirt and are also known as a cleansing agent are called:
botanicals
emollients
humectants
surfactants
18
Atoms that are not missing any electrons in their outer shell and are considered electrically neutral are called:
a molecule
stable
a neutron
unstable
19
Acids tend to taste:
sweet
sour
bitter
salty
20
Which of the following conditions is an example of chemical change?
water to steam
oxygen and hydrogen combining to form water
raindrops turning to snow
water to ice
21
Matter with definite weight and volume but no definite shape is called:
solid
liquid
organic
gas
22
If the skin is not broken following a heat or electrical burn, which of the following actions should treat the burn?
apply ointment
immerse in cool water
apply warm compress
immerse in warm water
23
Which type of light can be broken into its individual wavelengths by a prism?
infrared
intense-pulsed light
ultraviolet
white
24
Chris was looking for a pH-balanced product to use. pH-balanced refers to a product that ranges from a pH of:
6.5 to 7.0
4.5 to 5.5
7.5 to 10.5
11.5 to 12.0
25
Preclean tools before:
immersing
tightening
lending
disposing
26
To avoid burning a client with an exfoliation or peeling treatment, patch test on the inside of the client's arm or:
in front of the ear
back of the hand
behind the ear
outside of the arm
27
On the pH scale, numbers less than 7 indicate a(n):
neutral solution
alkaline solution
chemical solution
acidic solution
28
Common means of spreading infection in the workplace include all of the following actions EXCEPT:
shared use of drinking cups
coughing or sneezing
unclean hands and implements
clean hands and implements
29
The regulating agency under the Department of Labor that enforces safety and health standards in the workplace is:
EPA
SDS
OSHA
NIOSH
30
A salon/spa owner wants to balance the tones of light indoors. Which type of light would likely be incorporated?
fluorescent
incandescent
infrared
ultraviolet
31
An approved EPA-registered disinfectant is effective on what type of surface?
absorbent
porous
nonporous
spongy
32
Products produced using ingredients that have been grown without pesticides, herbicides or genetic modifications are:
organic
natural
manmade
lab-created
33
Mixtures of two or more kinds of molecules, having a tendency to separate when left standing, are known as:
emulsions
ointments
suspensions
solutions
34
Which of the following items is a reusable safety device that breaks the flow of current when an overload occurs?
insulator
circuit breaker
grounding wire
fuse
35
All matter that is now living or was alive at one time, with carbon present, falls within the scientific division of:
physics
anatomy
inorganic chemistry
organic chemistry
36
Protons have which type of electrical charge?
none
neutral
positive
negative
37
Organisms that live on or obtain their nutrients from another organism called a host are known as:
bacteria
external parasites
viruses
internal parasites
38
All of the following statements about lighteners are true EXCEPT:
they slowly block the production of melanin in the skin
they work slowly and require consistent sun protection
they are used to lighten areas of hyperpigmentation
they increase inflammation
39
Which of the following statements is true of visible light?
waves hit an object and are either absorbed or reflected
is also called X-ray
waves are used for radio broadcasts
is the largest portion of the electromagnetic spectrum
40
What is created when amino acids join together in chains?
compounds
proteins
elements
chemicals
41
Direct transmission occurs in which of the following ways?
food and drinking water
airborne
contaminated object
respiratory droplets
42
Materials that best transport electircity are called:
insulators
watts
conductors
amps
43
Galvanic, faradic and pulsed DC fall under what type of current?
alternating
high frequency
sinusoidal
direct
44
Why is pure water considered a neutral substance?
anions and cations are present
positive and negative alkali cancel each other out
positive and negative ions balance each other out
ions are all positively charged
45
An amp is a unit of electric:
pressure
strength
frequency
resistance
46
A granular scrub used to assist in physically removing dead skin cells is an example of what type of exfoliant?
toning
mechanical (physical)
enzyme
chemical
47
A substance that is able to dissolve another substance is called a(n):
emulsion
solvent
powder
ointment
48
All of the following actions can help prevent a heat burn EXCEPT:
test wax on the inside of wrist prior to applying
test temperature on the side of towel that will be placed on client
test temperature on the side of towel that will not be placed on client
cool towels before applying
49
What happens when an alkali is placed in water?
alkali decreases the concentration of hydrogen ions
alkali increases the concentration of hydrogen ions
there are fewer "loose" OH- ions
they neutralize each other
50
During a skin care treament chemical solution has dripped into a client's eyes. What is the first step you should take?
flush eyeball with hot water for 45 minutes
flush eyeball with lukewarm water for 15 to 30 minutes
flush eyeball with cold water for 45 minutes
flush eyeball with hot water for 3 to 5 minutes
51
When a facial steamer is turned on and steam begins to flow, you have an example of a(n):
open circuit
series wiring
closed circuit
parallel wiring
52
Pure substances are made of only one type of:
compound
atom or molecule
mixture
oxygen and hydrogen
53
Masks w/the primary purpose of absorbing excess oil, tightening & refining the pores & aiding in preventing clogging are
clay/mud masks
gel masks
paraffin masks
modeling masks
54
Which of the following biochemical compounds form components that fill the intercellular spaces in the skin?
lipids
carbohydrates
peptide bonds
amino acids
55
When two hydrogen atoms combine with one oxygen atom, the result is a water molecule, which is a(n):
element
mixture
compound
atom
56
All of the following factors contribute to UV exposure EXCEPT:
time of day
latitude
body mass
altitude
57
Mixtures of fats and oils converted to fatty acids by heat and then purifed are which cosmetic classification?
powders
ointments
suspensions
soaps
58
Which type of UV ray is longer-penetrating and causes collagen breakdown?
UVB
UVC
UVD
UVA
59
The thermal breakdown of the skin caused by intense heat is called:
melting
pyrolysis
psoriasis
vaporizing
60
What type of burn extends beneath the epidermis into the dermis causing a blister to form?
second-degree
third-degree
first-degree
superficial burn
61
Liposomes, microsponges and hydrogels all fall under what delivery system?
patch delivery
organic
nanotechnology
microencapsulation
62
The length of time that current is flowing is known as:
pulse
timing
waveform
frequency
63
Which of the following actions would be considered a standard precaution?
arriving at work on time
unsanitary workplace conditions
disinfecting tools, implements and equipment
shared use of towels
64
A pH of 5 is how many times more acidic than a pH of 6?
100
1.5
10
1000
65
Sue failed to wear safety glasses when mixing a disinfectant. Where would she find specific product info to guide her?
SDS
EPA
DSS
PAE
66
Which cosmetic ingredient helps to prevent moisture loss?
surfactant
preservative
enzyme
emollient
67
In chemistry, pH stands for:
potential hydrogen
potential hydroxide
product hydration
perfect hair
68
Which of the following is the first ingredient found in the majority of cosmetic skin care products?
dimethicone
cyclomethicone
methylparaben
water
69
What color does blue litmus paper turn when placed in an acid?
red
white
green
orange
70
When a substance gains an electron and oxygen is released, the process is called:
oxidation
resuscitation
addition
reduction
71
SPF testing is based on which type of UV rays?
UVB
UVD
UVA
UVC
72
The negative poles and positive poles at the end of a circuit are known as:
polarity
fuse
inverter
waveform
73
Which of the following actions should be taken if a person has fainted?
apply a warm compress to face
lay person on their stomach
apply a cold compress to face
stand the person up
74
Which of the following actions should occur first if a client experiences a chemical burn?
apply a soothing emollient
rinse the burn
apply a bandage
remove contaminated clothing or jewelry
75
All of the following statements are precautions regarding disinfectants, EXCEPT:
purchase chemicals in small quantities
tightly cover and label all containers
store in a cool, dry area
use hands to remove objects from disinfectant
76
The procedure that kills certain pathogens with the exception of spores on nonporous surfaces and multi-use supplies is:
sterilization
disinfection
cleaning
transmitting
77
All of the following statements are true about paraffin (warm wax) masks EXCEPT:
applied over a layer of gauze
made from clay, sand, zinc oxide or mud
heated then applied
act to draw oil and perspiration to the top layer of skin
78
Which of the following terms means the product is less likely to provoke an allergic reaction?
antibacterial
hypoallergenic
allergenic
fragrance
79
Certain viruses can be prevented by:
vaccination
antibiotic
penicillin
bacteria
80
Sam would like to improve skin tone and texture, reduce bacteria and dead skin cell buildup & improve cellular renewal:
botanical
humectant
acid/enzyme
essential oil
81
Bacteria that are harmless and can even be beneficial are called:
pathogenic
toxins
viruses
nonpathogenic
82
On the pH scale, numbers great than 7 indicate a(n):
acidic solution
neutral solution
alkaline solution
chemical solution
83
Light, heat, chemical and magnetic changes are all produced by:
a short circuit
force
electricity
conductors
84
When performing first aid for bleeding wounds, what is the next step after bleeding stops?
elevate injured limb
secure cloth with a bandage
apply tourniquet
apply pressure
85
What is provided when a person is given antibodies to a disease rather than producing them thru their own immune system?
active immunity
natural immunity
passive immunity
standard immunity
86
All of the following terms are types of waveforms EXCEPT:
round
saw-toothed
rectangular
triangular
87
How are ingredients listed on a product label?
ascending order by weight concentration
lowest weight concentration listed first
hightest weight concentration listed last
descending order by weight concentration
88
The portion of the electromagnetic spectrum humans see is known as:
visible light
white light
combination light
invisible light
89
What occurs when the circulatory system carries bacteria and their toxins to all parts of the body?
active immunity
passive immunity
general infection
local infection
90
Depending on its design, which type of light can create blue or cool tones?
fluorescent
sunlight
invisible
incandescent

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Questions 90

Answers

1
All tools or supplies that come in contact with the client during a service must be discarded or:
cleaned
disinfected
sterilized
ventilated
2
All of the following statements regarding the pH scale are true EXCEPT:
values below 7 indicate more alkalinity
logarithmic scale that identifies degree of acidity or alkalinity
7 indicates a neutral substance
values below 7 indicate more acidity
3
When you believe a person may be choking, what step should be taken first?
apply a cold compress to face
make a fist
determine if the victim can speak or cough
perform abdominal thrusts
4
Joan has a client with sensitive skin, which of the following masks would help calm and soothe her client's skin?
clay/mud mask
paraffin mask
gel mask
cream mask
5
A current in which electrons move at an even rate and flow in only one direction is called:
short circuit
alternating current
overload
direct current
6
Which delivery system requires friction to release the performance ingredients?
liposomes
hydrogels
microsponges
microcapsules
7
In addition to the efficacy claims on the label, what information is assigned to a product to show its approval?
safety data
barcode
EPA registration number
toll-free number
8
A communicable disease refers to a disease that is:
nonpathogenic
not spread from one person to another
spread from one person to another
passive
9
Chemical burns should be treated by:
applying pressure
scrubbing with soap and hot water
applying a lotion or cream
removing or neutralizing as much chemical as possible
10
The eradication of all microbial life, including bacterial spores is:
disinfection
sterilization
cleaning
washing
11
All of the following descriptions are true about pathogenic bacteria EXCEPT:
produce toxins
cause the decay of refuse
can cause disease
spread via contaminated implements
12
Ingredients that help hold the product together, provide a base and contain a preservative system are called:
performance
hypoallergenic
preservative
functional
13
The wavelengths that produce the longest waves of the visible spectrum are:
red
blue
green
yellow
14
Too many devices are put on one circuit & used at the same time, more current flows than the line should carry causing:
overload
waveform
direct current
open circuit
15
Dropping an electrical appliance into water, making it a foreign conductor, causes a(n):
short circuit
closed circuit
overload
open circuit
16
Removing dirt, debris and potential pathogens to aid in slowing the growth of pathogens is:
cleaning
disinfection
sterilization
calibration
17
Functional ingredients used to remove oil and/or dirt and are also known as a cleansing agent are called:
botanicals
emollients
humectants
surfactants
18
Atoms that are not missing any electrons in their outer shell and are considered electrically neutral are called:
a molecule
stable
a neutron
unstable
19
Acids tend to taste:
sweet
sour
bitter
salty
20
Which of the following conditions is an example of chemical change?
water to steam
oxygen and hydrogen combining to form water
raindrops turning to snow
water to ice
21
Matter with definite weight and volume but no definite shape is called:
solid
liquid
organic
gas
22
If the skin is not broken following a heat or electrical burn, which of the following actions should treat the burn?
apply ointment
immerse in cool water
apply warm compress
immerse in warm water
23
Which type of light can be broken into its individual wavelengths by a prism?
infrared
intense-pulsed light
ultraviolet
white
24
Chris was looking for a pH-balanced product to use. pH-balanced refers to a product that ranges from a pH of:
6.5 to 7.0
4.5 to 5.5
7.5 to 10.5
11.5 to 12.0
25
Preclean tools before:
immersing
tightening
lending
disposing
26
To avoid burning a client with an exfoliation or peeling treatment, patch test on the inside of the client's arm or:
in front of the ear
back of the hand
behind the ear
outside of the arm
27
On the pH scale, numbers less than 7 indicate a(n):
neutral solution
alkaline solution
chemical solution
acidic solution
28
Common means of spreading infection in the workplace include all of the following actions EXCEPT:
shared use of drinking cups
coughing or sneezing
unclean hands and implements
clean hands and implements
29
The regulating agency under the Department of Labor that enforces safety and health standards in the workplace is:
EPA
SDS
OSHA
NIOSH
30
A salon/spa owner wants to balance the tones of light indoors. Which type of light would likely be incorporated?
fluorescent
incandescent
infrared
ultraviolet
31
An approved EPA-registered disinfectant is effective on what type of surface?
absorbent
porous
nonporous
spongy
32
Products produced using ingredients that have been grown without pesticides, herbicides or genetic modifications are:
organic
natural
manmade
lab-created
33
Mixtures of two or more kinds of molecules, having a tendency to separate when left standing, are known as:
emulsions
ointments
suspensions
solutions
34
Which of the following items is a reusable safety device that breaks the flow of current when an overload occurs?
insulator
circuit breaker
grounding wire
fuse
35
All matter that is now living or was alive at one time, with carbon present, falls within the scientific division of:
physics
anatomy
inorganic chemistry
organic chemistry
36
Protons have which type of electrical charge?
none
neutral
positive
negative
37
Organisms that live on or obtain their nutrients from another organism called a host are known as:
bacteria
external parasites
viruses
internal parasites
38
All of the following statements about lighteners are true EXCEPT:
they slowly block the production of melanin in the skin
they work slowly and require consistent sun protection
they are used to lighten areas of hyperpigmentation
they increase inflammation
39
Which of the following statements is true of visible light?
waves hit an object and are either absorbed or reflected
is also called X-ray
waves are used for radio broadcasts
is the largest portion of the electromagnetic spectrum
40
What is created when amino acids join together in chains?
compounds
proteins
elements
chemicals
41
Direct transmission occurs in which of the following ways?
food and drinking water
airborne
contaminated object
respiratory droplets
42
Materials that best transport electircity are called:
insulators
watts
conductors
amps
43
Galvanic, faradic and pulsed DC fall under what type of current?
alternating
high frequency
sinusoidal
direct
44
Why is pure water considered a neutral substance?
anions and cations are present
positive and negative alkali cancel each other out
positive and negative ions balance each other out
ions are all positively charged
45
An amp is a unit of electric:
pressure
strength
frequency
resistance
46
A granular scrub used to assist in physically removing dead skin cells is an example of what type of exfoliant?
toning
mechanical (physical)
enzyme
chemical
47
A substance that is able to dissolve another substance is called a(n):
emulsion
solvent
powder
ointment
48
All of the following actions can help prevent a heat burn EXCEPT:
test wax on the inside of wrist prior to applying
test temperature on the side of towel that will be placed on client
test temperature on the side of towel that will not be placed on client
cool towels before applying
49
What happens when an alkali is placed in water?
alkali decreases the concentration of hydrogen ions
alkali increases the concentration of hydrogen ions
there are fewer "loose" OH- ions
they neutralize each other
50
During a skin care treament chemical solution has dripped into a client's eyes. What is the first step you should take?
flush eyeball with hot water for 45 minutes
flush eyeball with lukewarm water for 15 to 30 minutes
flush eyeball with cold water for 45 minutes
flush eyeball with hot water for 3 to 5 minutes
51
When a facial steamer is turned on and steam begins to flow, you have an example of a(n):
open circuit
series wiring
closed circuit
parallel wiring
52
Pure substances are made of only one type of:
compound
atom or molecule
mixture
oxygen and hydrogen
53
Masks w/the primary purpose of absorbing excess oil, tightening & refining the pores & aiding in preventing clogging are
clay/mud masks
gel masks
paraffin masks
modeling masks
54
Which of the following biochemical compounds form components that fill the intercellular spaces in the skin?
lipids
carbohydrates
peptide bonds
amino acids
55
When two hydrogen atoms combine with one oxygen atom, the result is a water molecule, which is a(n):
element
mixture
compound
atom
56
All of the following factors contribute to UV exposure EXCEPT:
time of day
latitude
body mass
altitude
57
Mixtures of fats and oils converted to fatty acids by heat and then purifed are which cosmetic classification?
powders
ointments
suspensions
soaps
58
Which type of UV ray is longer-penetrating and causes collagen breakdown?
UVB
UVC
UVD
UVA
59
The thermal breakdown of the skin caused by intense heat is called:
melting
pyrolysis
psoriasis
vaporizing
60
What type of burn extends beneath the epidermis into the dermis causing a blister to form?
second-degree
third-degree
first-degree
superficial burn
61
Liposomes, microsponges and hydrogels all fall under what delivery system?
patch delivery
organic
nanotechnology
microencapsulation
62
The length of time that current is flowing is known as:
pulse
timing
waveform
frequency
63
Which of the following actions would be considered a standard precaution?
arriving at work on time
unsanitary workplace conditions
disinfecting tools, implements and equipment
shared use of towels
64
A pH of 5 is how many times more acidic than a pH of 6?
100
1.5
10
1000
65
Sue failed to wear safety glasses when mixing a disinfectant. Where would she find specific product info to guide her?
SDS
EPA
DSS
PAE
66
Which cosmetic ingredient helps to prevent moisture loss?
surfactant
preservative
enzyme
emollient
67
In chemistry, pH stands for:
potential hydrogen
potential hydroxide
product hydration
perfect hair
68
Which of the following is the first ingredient found in the majority of cosmetic skin care products?
dimethicone
cyclomethicone
methylparaben
water
69
What color does blue litmus paper turn when placed in an acid?
red
white
green
orange
70
When a substance gains an electron and oxygen is released, the process is called:
oxidation
resuscitation
addition
reduction
71
SPF testing is based on which type of UV rays?
UVB
UVD
UVA
UVC
72
The negative poles and positive poles at the end of a circuit are known as:
polarity
fuse
inverter
waveform
73
Which of the following actions should be taken if a person has fainted?
apply a warm compress to face
lay person on their stomach
apply a cold compress to face
stand the person up
74
Which of the following actions should occur first if a client experiences a chemical burn?
apply a soothing emollient
rinse the burn
apply a bandage
remove contaminated clothing or jewelry
75
All of the following statements are precautions regarding disinfectants, EXCEPT:
purchase chemicals in small quantities
tightly cover and label all containers
store in a cool, dry area
use hands to remove objects from disinfectant
76
The procedure that kills certain pathogens with the exception of spores on nonporous surfaces and multi-use supplies is:
sterilization
disinfection
cleaning
transmitting
77
All of the following statements are true about paraffin (warm wax) masks EXCEPT:
applied over a layer of gauze
made from clay, sand, zinc oxide or mud
heated then applied
act to draw oil and perspiration to the top layer of skin
78
Which of the following terms means the product is less likely to provoke an allergic reaction?
antibacterial
hypoallergenic
allergenic
fragrance
79
Certain viruses can be prevented by:
vaccination
antibiotic
penicillin
bacteria
80
Sam would like to improve skin tone and texture, reduce bacteria and dead skin cell buildup & improve cellular renewal:
botanical
humectant
acid/enzyme
essential oil
81
Bacteria that are harmless and can even be beneficial are called:
pathogenic
toxins
viruses
nonpathogenic
82
On the pH scale, numbers great than 7 indicate a(n):
acidic solution
neutral solution
alkaline solution
chemical solution
83
Light, heat, chemical and magnetic changes are all produced by:
a short circuit
force
electricity
conductors
84
When performing first aid for bleeding wounds, what is the next step after bleeding stops?
elevate injured limb
secure cloth with a bandage
apply tourniquet
apply pressure
85
What is provided when a person is given antibodies to a disease rather than producing them thru their own immune system?
active immunity
natural immunity
passive immunity
standard immunity
86
All of the following terms are types of waveforms EXCEPT:
round
saw-toothed
rectangular
triangular
87
How are ingredients listed on a product label?
ascending order by weight concentration
lowest weight concentration listed first
hightest weight concentration listed last
descending order by weight concentration
88
The portion of the electromagnetic spectrum humans see is known as:
visible light
white light
combination light
invisible light
89
What occurs when the circulatory system carries bacteria and their toxins to all parts of the body?
active immunity
passive immunity
general infection
local infection
90
Depending on its design, which type of light can create blue or cool tones?
fluorescent
sunlight
invisible
incandescent