What statement about acne is true?

Acne is a skin disorder of the sebaceous glands

Among the safe lifting guidelines mentioned in the chapter, is to ___________.

keep feet about shoulder width apart

What are the two most important laws pertaining to cosmetic sales in the United Sales?

Federal Food, Drug & Cosmetic Act & Fair Packaging & Labeling Act

You will know that someone in your industry has exhibited unethical behavior if they _________.

conceal information about products in order to sell them

When trying to resolve an unhappy client problem, you should _________.

find out why the client is unhappy

an oil that provides protection for the epidermis & lubricates skin & hair

If you drop a tool or implement on the floor during a service, you should ___________.

either replace the tool immediately or disinfect it prior to continuing

In order to avoid costly mistakes, it is important that you take all steps EXCEPT this one in your social media venues?

Emphasize a strong work ethic as well as good hygiene.

Which of the following is NOT a benefit of using an exfoliant?

It dissolves makeup and dirt to keep pores clean.

Which of the following best describes the term lesion?

A structural change in the tissue caused by damage or injury

Which MOST accurately explains the relationship between direct and indirect transmission of disease?

Direct transmission requires contact with another person; indirect does not

Which of the following best describes the term T-zone?

The center area of the face corresponding to the 'T' shape

What is the most important reason for a client consultation?

To determine the appropriate treatment for the client

As you become more and more experienced, you should see a reduction in which of the following?

The amount of time it takes you to perform services.

If a client starts gossiping, try all of the following EXCEPT_______.

quietly joining in on the gossiping

A pustule is ________.

an infected papule with fluid inside

Your professional image is _________.

the impression you project through your appearance & conduct at work

The integumentary system is _________.

Consisting of the skin/accessory organs, sensory receptors/ hair/nails

In the days immediately following treatment, clients who receive a chemical peel should not _________.

expose themselves to direct sunlight

As skin ages, __________.

collagen and elastin levels both decrease

Tweezing alone would be most useful on a client who _________.

does not need extensive hair removal

Rosacea is characterized by __________.

visible vessels and skin sensitivity

What is the difference between respiratory droplets and airborne transmission?

Respiratory droplets do not stay in the air as long

Practicing diplomacy in your career in beauty and wellness shows that you are _________.

able to deliver messages in a kind way

Which of the following is a benefit of using a mask?

It hydrates, nourishes, and soothes the skin.

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1
What is a characteristic of healthy skin?
Slightly rough
Slightly acidic
Slightly dry
Slightly basic
2
What statement about acne is true?
Acne is a skin disorder of the sudoriferous glands
Acne only occurs during a person's teenage years
Acne is a skin disorder of the sebaceous glands
Acne is usually caused by environmental conditions
3
Deductive reasoning is the process of reaching logical conclusions by employing which of the following?
Logical reasoning
Practical induction
Illogical reasoning
A best-guess strategy
4
Among the safe lifting guidelines mentioned in the chapter, is to ___________.
keep feet about shoulder width apart
lift with the back, not the legs
keep lifted objects a safe distance away from your body
inhale when lifting
5
What system is most directly connected to an esthetician's daily work with clients?
The lymphatic system
The nervous system
The circulatory system
The integumentary system
6
What are the two most important laws pertaining to cosmetic sales in the United Sales?
Federal Food, Drug & Cosmetic Act & Fair Packaging & Labeling Act
International Nomenclature Cosmetic Ingredient Act & Social Security Act
Int'l Nomenclature Cosmetic Ingredient Act & Fair Packaging & Labeling Act
Federal Food, Drug & Cosmetic Act & International Cosmetic Ingredient Act
7
What colors all have a yellow undertone?
Cool colors
Saturated colors
Warm colors
Desaturated colors
8
The most fragile bones in the face are located in the _______.
jaw
eye sockets
nose
cheeks
9
Estheticians should never work on clients who have _______.
ringworm
tinea
verruca
active herpes lesions
10
All of the following are examples of soft skills, EXCEPT __________.
being punctual
having good study habits
having a positive attitude
having good interpersonal skills
11
Which is NOT used in a chemical exfoliation?
Enzymes
Jessner's peel
Microdermabrasion
AHA
12
Cool colors have an undertone of _________.
yellow
blue
green
gray
13
The ________ portion of your business plan should include a description of how the business will run administratively,
mission statement
vision statement
organizational plan
marketing plan
14
You will know that someone in your industry has exhibited unethical behavior if they _________.
stay open longer hours to attract more customers
conceal information about products in order to sell them
advertise their business aggressively to consumers
price products below competitors to sell more
15
Exfoliation removes and depletes _______.
T cells
lymph
leukocytes
lipids
16
When trying to resolve an unhappy client problem, you should _________.
politely but firmly argue your points
find out why the client is unhappy
tell the client it can't be fixed, even if you think it can
strongly assert your opinion
17
Nancy is shivering with cold and has goose bumps on her arms. This is an example of functioning _______.
arrector pili muscles
melanocytes
fibroblasts
adipose tissue
18
Sebum is _________.
condition where capillaries are damaged and become larger blood vessels
an oil that provides protection for the epidermis & lubricates skin & hair
extreme water loss caused by evaporation on the skin's surface
the fibrous protein cells that make up the skin, hair and nails
19
The process of disinfection eliminates ___________.
a very small amount of microorganisms
all microorganisms
no microorganisms
most microorganisms
20
What are generally the most popular type of cleansers?
Cleansing gels
Cleansing lotions
Cleansing creams
Cleansing waters
21
If you drop a tool or implement on the floor during a service, you should ___________.
either replace the tool immediately or disinfect it prior to continuing
quickly pick it up and continue, if the client doesn't see that it dropped
immediately stop the service; ask the client to come back the next day
immediately throw the implement or tool in the garbage
22
In order to avoid costly mistakes, it is important that you take all steps EXCEPT this one in your social media venues?
Manage your personal pages or walls.
Use social media to communicate with peers and clients.
Post helpful content.
Emphasize a strong work ethic as well as good hygiene.
23
Which of the following is NOT a benefit of using an exfoliant?
It improves the skin's ability to retain moisture and lipids.
It makes makeup application smoother and more even.
It stimulates blood flow and circulation.
It dissolves makeup and dirt to keep pores clean.
24
Which of the following best describes the term lesion?
A tiny round or oval pigmented area of skin on an area exposed to the sun
A structural change in the tissue caused by damage or injury
An inflammatory skin disorder of the sebaceous glands
A malformation of the skin from abnormal pigmentation
25
What is also known as an oil gland?
Sebaceous gland
Sudoriferous gland
Sebum
Arrector pili
26
During a facial, manually removing comedones from follicles is a technique known as _________.
extraction
microdermabrasion
cleansing
a chemical peel
27
What gives skin its elasticity and firmness?
Collagen
Keratin
Elastin
Melanin
28
What is a description of key strategic influences of your business, including services offered and their quality?
Your vision statement
Your financial documents
Your mission statement
Your marketing plan
29
Which MOST accurately explains the relationship between direct and indirect transmission of disease?
Direct transmission doesn't require contact w/ a person; indirect does
Both direct and indirect transmission require contact with another person
Direct transmission requires contact with another person; indirect does not
Neither direct or indirect transmission require contact with another person
30
Which of the following best describes the term T-zone?
A scale used to measure the skin type's ability to tolerate sun exposure
A classification that describes a person's genetic skin attributes
A discoloration from melanin production due to sun or other factors
The center area of the face corresponding to the 'T' shape
31
What is the most important reason for a client consultation?
To determine the appropriate treatment for the client
To earn the client's trust
To determine the client's skin type
To obtain legal consent
32
As you become more and more experienced, you should see a reduction in which of the following?
The number of clients you see.
The number of services you perform in a given day.
The amount of time it takes you to perform services.
The amount of money you earn.
33
If a client starts gossiping, try all of the following EXCEPT_______.
giving a quick tip for treatment and home care
changing the subject
talking about the styling you're doing
quietly joining in on the gossiping
34
Knowledge of what system is essential when performing the service of a body wrap?
The circulatory system
The central nervous system
The peripheral nervous system
The endocrine system
35
A pustule is ________.
an infected papule with fluid inside
a raised lesion
a sebaceous breakout
a hardened collection of oil
36
_________ is infectious and contagious.
Tinea versicolor
Skin tag
Verruca
Keratosis pilaris
37
Your professional image is _________.
your ability to become someone other than who you really are
the impression you project through your appearance & conduct at work
based on your skill and talent, which gets you to the top
your ability to control all of the things that clients cannot see
38
Sensitive skin should be treated with ___________.
exfoliation
nonirritating products
heat
extractions
39
At which interaction is it BEST to determine the client's needs and how to achieve the desired results?
Total look concept
Service Record
Client intake
Client consultation
40
The integumentary system is _________.
Consisting of the brain/spinal cord/spinal nerves/cranial nerves
Covers, shapes. and supports the skeleton tissue
Consisting of the skin/accessory organs, sensory receptors/ hair/nails
Destroys disease-causing microorganisms
41
Which is the BEST advice when you are feeling sick or under the weather?
Wear a protective mask.
Avoid shaking hands with clients.
Sneeze into your elbow.
Stay home until you are well.
42
In the days immediately following treatment, clients who receive a chemical peel should not _________.
wear sunscreen
exercise
shower
expose themselves to direct sunlight
43
Considered contact with non-intact (broken) skin, blood, body fluid, or other infectious materials while working?
Efficacy
Standard precaution
Exposure incident
PPE
44
As skin ages, __________.
collagen levels decrease and elastin levels increase
collagen and elastin levels both increase
collagen levels increase and elastin levels decrease
collagen and elastin levels both decrease
45
The average pH of skin is ________.
alkaline
acidic
neutral
acidic for some skin types, alkaline in others
46
Tweezing alone would be most useful on a client who _________.
wears eyeglasses
has very thick eyebrows
does not need extensive hair removal
is sensitive to pain
47
Rosacea is characterized by __________.
groups of red blisters that form a rash the shape of a ring or line
red patches covered with white-silver scales
inflammation, dry or oily scaling or crusting, and/or itchiness
visible vessels and skin sensitivity
48
What is the difference between respiratory droplets and airborne transmission?
Respiratory droplets are smaller particles; more likely to be transmitted
Respiratory droplets do not stay in the air as long
Airborne transmission has wetter particles so less likely to be transmitted
Only airborne transmission is guaranteed to make individuals ill
49
Practicing diplomacy in your career in beauty and wellness shows that you are _________.
able to deliver messages in a kind way
emotionally stable
aggressive and assertive
motivated and driven to be successful
50
Kneading, squeezing, and pinching are all part of the technique known as __________
friction
tapotement
vibration
petrissage
51
Which of the following is a benefit of using a mask?
It hydrates, nourishes, and soothes the skin.
It enhances eyelash growth.
It firms and strengthens the skin.
It reduces lines and premature aging of the skin.
52
The main extrinsic cause of aging is _________.
medications
smoking
sunlight
hormonal imbalances
53
An EPA-registered disinfectant MUST carry all EXCEPT which of the following on its label?
The word concentrate
Efficacy claims
A registration number
A contact time
54
It is important to report all of your income, even cash tips that are not shown on your paycheck, because _________.
you will encourage future clients to tip more frequently and generously
get a bigger return on your taxes by reporting income not on your paycheck
you will increase the value of your tips in real dollars over the long term
will increase the Social Security benefits you'll receive upon retirement
55
What is a condition that prohibits certain treatments called?
A conductor
A cathode
A contraindication
A catalyst
56
What does a mission statement accomplish?
It establishes the purpose and values of an instituion.
It puts things off until tomorrow or a later date.
It shows the institution's compulsion to do things perfectly.
It shows the institution's conscious effort to respect others.
57
When preparing for a facial treatment, an esthetician's primary objection is __________.
to educate the client about every aspect of the treatment
to be as efficient as possible in order to see the most clients in a day
to establish a close personal relationship with a client
to determine a client's skin concerns for an individualized treatment
58
At the end of the day, equipment should be _______.
switched off and unplugged
switched on and plugged in
switched off and plugged in
left switched on but unplugged
59
In order to practice good electrical safety, which should you ALWAYS do?
Attempt to repair electrical appliances when they malfunction.
Twist electrical cords to protect against a short circuit.
Attempt to clean around electrical outlets while equipment is plugged in.
Disconnect appliances when they are not in use.
60
What is a method of depilation?
Tweezing
Shaving
Sugaring
Waxing
61
Hydrogen peroxide should never be mixed with bleach because __________.
it creates a potentially deadly gas
it dries out hair excessively
they become unpredictable in their use
it "discolors" more than lightens the hair
62
The BEST method for preventing many of the bone and joint pains as a beauty and wellness professional is _________.
proper ergonomics
allergy prevention
elbow sneezing
adequate hydration
63
What is likely the most important factor in a successful skin care program?
Use of technology
Product selection
Home care
A client's age
64
What system can an esthetician perform a service on in order to reduce swelling after a treatment?
Immune
Circulatory
Lymphatic
Endocrine
65
What is a protein substance of complex fibers that gives skin its strength?
Collagen
Ceramide
Elastin
Adipose
66
The ______ portion of your business plan should outline all of the research obtained regarding the clients to target.
vision plan
mission statement
organizational plan
marketing plan
67
What can cause skin conditions?
Only internal factors
Both internal and external factors
Neither internal nor external factors
Only external factors
68
What technique would be possible with hard wax that is not possible with soft wax?
Speed waxing
Waxing on the face
A second waxing in the same area
Blending
69
As part of the excretory system, the skin is responsible for _______.
discharging bile
exhaling carbon dioxide
eliminating decomposed and undigested food
eliminating perspiration
70
What is likely the type of product most vulnerable to contamination?
Testers
Pencils
Foundation
Mascara
71
_______ is an electrical safety device; prevents excessive current from passing through a circuit by melting or blowing.
An ampere
A fuse
A circuit breaker
A conconductor
72
What is a hydrating fluid found in the skin?
Hyaluronic acid
Intercellular matrix
Keratin
Extracellular matrix
73
What are milia?
Infected papules with fluid inside.
Large open comedones around the eyes.
Hardened collections of oil and dead skin cells.
Raised lesions that are also called blemishes.
74
If you are regularly & successfully recommending & selling additional services to your clients, you have perfected ____.
ticket upgrading
public speaking
retailing
rebooking
75
The use of electrical devices for therapeutic benefits is called _________.
technotherapy
modality therapy
electrotheraphy
multifunctional therapy
76
Which of the following should you focus on as you list former and current positions on your resume?
Achievements
Duties
Responsibilities
Salary history
77
Using soap and warm to remove all visible dirt and debris from your station and surrounding area, you have______?
cleaned it
sterilized it
disinfected it
sanitized it
78
A good work ethic depends on all EXCEPT which of the following?
Integrity
Motivation
Hygiene
Enthusiasm
79
What is the pH scale used to measure?
Overexposure and underexposure
Levels of carbon dioxide
Levels of oxygen
Acidity and alkalinity
80
Of the following, which is a benefit of using a toner?
It stimulates blood flow and circulation.
It has emollients that soften dry skin.
It protects skin from the elements.
It removes residue left behind by cleansers or other products.
81
__________ is the #1 cause of daytime fatigue.
Lack of minerals
Lack of protein
Lack of vitamins
Lack of water
82
What anchors the hair to skin cells?
Hair shaft
Hair papilla
Hair root
Hair bulb
83
What is the BEST way to approach an allergic reaction during a facial?
Exfoliation
Call a physician immediately
Hot towels and/or steam
Cold water and cold compresses
84
What is the most important step in treating acne?
The cleansing and removal of blemishes
Lancing cysts and nodules
Exfoliating the skin
Applying products that are oil-free
85
What machine is used to create chemical desincrustation and ionic iontophoresis?
Vacuum machine
Rotary brush
Wood's lamp
Galvanic machine
86
What medical condition always contraindicates electrotherapy?
Hypertension
Diabetes
Cancer
Epilepsy
87
It is NOT required that disinfectants used in salons and spas must be _______.
hypoallergenic
fungicidal
virucidal
bactericidal
88
Adding services and retail sales to your service tickets means ______ for your business.
additional risk
additional clientele
additional advertising
additional revenue
89
If a client shows signs of skin dehydration, it is likely because they have damage to the _________.
heat regulation function of skin
sensation function of skin
barrier function of skin
absorption function of skin
90
To practice reflective listening, you should _________.
have an assistant listen to the client; ask the assistant what they said
try to remember what the client requested without asking them to repeat it
listen to the client; repeat in your own words what you think they told you
pretend to listen while actually beginning to concentrate on their styling
91
The first reality of a service position is that your career revolves around which of the following?
Your clients
The general public
Your boss
You
92
___________ is any method used to eliminate or reduce transmission of infectious organisms from one person to another.
Infection control
Sanitization
Sterilization
Standard precaution
93
Which of the following is an inflamed papule with a white or yellow center containing pus?
Comedo
Cyst
Millium
Pustule
94
A wire that is not large enough to carry the electrical current passing through it will ___________.
save energy
electrocute the user
not power the device
overheat
95
Open comedones are _________.
whiteheads that are blocked and do not have follicular openings
rough areas on the skin resulting from sun exposure
blackheads caused by a buildup of debris, oil and dead skin cells
hardened, pearl-like masses of oil and dead skin cells
96
What type of glands secretes oils?
Adrenal
Sudoriferous
Follicle
Sebaceous
97
Contraindications are _________.
factors which indicate a certain service should be performed
factors which allow for a wide range of treatment options
factors which demand the use of certain products
factors which prohibit the use of certain products
98
The definition of massage is a mechanical manipulation that stimulates _________.
heart rate
the pores
muscle spasms
circulation and metabolism
99
What is essential to the functioning of a treatment room from the perspective of safety?
A well-stocked room
Professional appearance
The ambience of the room
The rooms cleanliness
100
Esthetics is _________.
a branch of anatomical science; health/well-being of body's largest organ
a dye obtained from the mignonette tree used for temporary tattooing
cleansing, beautification & preservation of health of the body's skin
the study and treatment of cancer and tumors

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