Why is it valuable for cosmetologists to understand the history of cosmetology?

History provides a deeper understanding of beauty trends and their origins.

What would be your first step in properly keeping your hands clean?

Wash your hands with soap and water.

Which of the following is one of the safe lifting guidelines mentioned in the text?

Keep feet about shoulder-width apart.

In which of the following situations MIGHT it be okay for you to report to work?

You have only minor cold symptoms.

How should you dispose of leftover monomer liquid from a service?

Carefully pour it onto an absorbent paper towel and place in a plastic bag.

Cosmetology is defined as ___________.

the art and science of beautifying and improving the skin, nails, and hair

What should be watched for to determine if chemical exposure is occurring?

Odor, taste, particles, surfaces, symptoms

Your license will unlock countless doors for employment. However, your career must be _____.

fueled with personal dedication and passion

Which of the following is an example of using knowledge about cosmetology's history to understand a beauty trend?

reinventing a classic style with a modern look, a brighter haircoloring

Julie is working on a manicure, grabs a spatula to remove product .Touches her client's hand What should she do

Julie should throw out the spatula.

Which of the following is NOT true for healthy professionals?

Taking a sick day should be avoided at all costs whenever possible.

Acrylic nails are nail enhancements that are based on mixing together which two substances?

monomer liquids and polymer powders

Which of the following is an advantage of nail forms?

They create natural-looking nail extensions.

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1
Which of the following is the number one cause of daytime fatigue?
lack of vitamins
lack of minerals
lack of protein
lack of water
2
Foot massages induce a high degree of relaxation and _________.
reduce blood pressure
slow blood flow
increase blood pressure
stimulate blood flow
3
Why is it valuable for cosmetologists to understand the history of cosmetology?
History provides a deeper understanding of beauty trends and their origins.
Past laws and regulations helps cosmetologists to safely serve their client
Procedures and products used by cosmetologists have remained unchanged.
Historical career options provide insight into career options, in future
4
What would be your first step in properly keeping your hands clean?
Put on gloves.
Use hand sanitizer.
Wash your tools.
Wash your hands with soap and water.
5
The term used to describe a shallow depression of a nail tip, which serves as the point of contact with the nail plate
well
crack
divot
dip
6
Which of the following is one of the safe lifting guidelines mentioned in the text?
Lift with the back, not the legs.
Keep lifted objects a safe distance away from your body.
Inhale when lifting.
Keep feet about shoulder-width apart.
7
Which of the following would be used to remove surface debris during a service?
metal pusher
abrasive nail file
wooden pusher
nylon nail brush
8
In which of the following situations MIGHT it be okay for you to report to work?
You have only minor cold symptoms.
You have diarrhea but no other symptoms.
You have a high fever but no other symptoms.
You are vomiting but have no other symptoms.
9
Which of the following abrasives is used to shorten and shape natural nails?
fine-grit abrasives
medium-grit abrasives
no abrasives
lower-grit abrasives
10
What is the most common material used to wrap a nail?
fabric wraps
resin accelerators
Mylar wraps
dip powders
11
The _______________ is composed mainly of keratin.
matrix
onyx
nail cuticle
nail bed
12
How should you dispose of leftover monomer liquid from a service?
Pour it into the unused polymer powder and discard in a plastic bag.
Pour it directly into a plastic bag and discard.
Pour it back into the bottle for later reuse.
Carefully pour it onto an absorbent paper towel and place in a plastic bag.
13
Which of the following are ways to reduce chemical hazards?
Mix chemicals in an area away from others
Answers 1 and 3
Use vented manicure tables
Transfer chemical products to smaller bottles to limit exposure
14
Cosmetology is defined as ___________.
art, science of researching past civilizations, understand use of cosmetics
study of advertising, promotions, tracking inventory, and educating staff
the manufacture of devices and appliances to clean the skin, nails, hair
the art and science of beautifying and improving the skin, nails, and hair
15
Which of the following is NOT one of the five basic food groups as listed by the USDA in the MyPlate program?
protein foods
water
fruits
grains
16
Methyl methacrylate monomer (MMA) can be safely used in salons that offer nail services.
True
False
17
What does polymer mean?
many units
catalyst(s)
initiator(s)
one unit
18
Which type of nail tip covers the entire nail up to the cuticle?
full-well tip
full-coverage tip
partial-well tip
French tip
19
What should be watched for to determine if chemical exposure is occurring?
Smell, taste, touch, sight, hear
Symptoms, residue, smell, irritation
Dust, formaldehyde, acetone vapor, gas
Odor, taste, particles, surfaces, symptoms
20
How many coats of polish color are standard for coverage?
two
four
three
one
21
Cosmetologists may choose to specialize, work in a specific type of facility. Which facility would be least appropriate?
photo or film set
full-service salon
day spa
massage clinic
22
Immunity against disease is a sign of good health and can be either natural or ______.
enhanced
unnatural
acquired
toxic
23
What term is used to describe any product added to the natural nail to increase strength and beauty?
nail enhancement
nail tip
nail form
nail extension
24
The toxic trio can cause multiple health problems.
False
True
25
Which type of glove is recommended for cosmetologists?
cotton
latex
nitrile
rubber
26
Which innovation in beauty technology originated in the Victorian era?
the curling iron
scented oils to make men's hair look glossy
the curved tooth pressing comb
a permanent wave machine that used electric current
27
Workers are safe from chemical exposure as long as the establishment door is open
True
False
28
Personal protective equipment (PPE) is not the best way for workers to protect themselves from chemicals.
True
False
29
What is the art of caring for and beautifying the hand and fingernails?
pedicuring
dermatology
cosmetology
manicuring
30
Smoking increases the harmful effects of other chemicals.
True
False
31
What does monomer mean?
many units
initiator(s)
catalyst(s)
one unit
32
What is the best defense against physical problems of the hands, wrists, shoulders, neck, back, feet, and legs?
day surgery
physical therapy
sick time away from work
prevention
33
What part of the natural nail unit protects the tips of the fingers and toes?
nail plate
nail cuticle
nail bed
matrix
34
What comprises the central nervous system?
Muscles and brain
Nerves and muscles
Spinal cord and nerves
Brain and spinal cord
35
The pedicure footbath soak container is filled with _____ water and a product to soak the client's feet.
cold
cool
hot
warm
36
Your license will unlock countless doors for employment. However, your career must be _____.
driven by competition and ambition
fueled with personal dedication and passion
focused primarily on haircutting
centered on social networking
37
What is the initiator that is added to the polymer powder?
methacrylic acid
methyl methacrylate
cyanoacrylate
benzoyl peroxide
38
Typically, light-cured gels are not as hard as _______ enhancements.
nail tip
liquid and powder nail
liquid nail
powder nail
39
Which of the following is an example of using knowledge about cosmetology's history to understand a beauty trend?
using a profit-and-loss statement to determine how much haircolor to buy
reinventing a classic style with a modern look, a brighter haircoloring
volunteering for photo shoot, experience for working on photo shoots
using social media to post a question, more experienced stylist in a group
40
For wrap maintenance, when should should a small strip of fabric be cut to cover the regrowth area without fabric on it?
1 week
3 weeks
4 weeks
2 weeks
41
Julie is working on a manicure, grabs a spatula to remove product .Touches her client's hand What should she do
Julie should give the client the spatula to take home.
Julie should continue to use the spatula for only that product.
Julie should wash the spatula.
Julie should throw out the spatula.
42
Service on the feet that includes trimming, shaping, and polishing toenails; exfoliating skin; and massaging the feet _
a reflexology service
exfoliation
a pedicure
a manicure
43
The natural nail itself is technically referred to as the ____________.
onyx
nail plate
nail cuticle
matrix
44
Which of the following is NOT true for healthy professionals?
Maintaining a strong, healthy body affects the health of one's practice.
Avoiding work-related injuries should be done through care and ergonomics.
Intake of proper daily nutrients needed by the body is beneficial
Taking a sick day should be avoided at all costs whenever possible.
45
Acrylic nails are nail enhancements that are based on mixing together which two substances?
monomer powders and polymer liquids
monomer liquids and water
polymer powders and peroxide
monomer liquids and polymer powders
46
A tip or a form is used to do what?
create a nail extension
create a nail enhancement
create a dry manicure
create a nail shape
47
What is the measurement of the thickness or thinness of a liquid and affects how that fluid flows?
viscosity
polymerization
an exothermic reaction
overlaying
48
Which of the following multiuse implements should be held at a 20- to 30-degree angle from the nail plate?
metal pusher
nail nippers
tweezers
nail clippers
49
Which of the following is an advantage of nail forms?
They create strong nail extensions.
They create natural-looking nail extensions.
They are long lasting.
They are easy to keep in place.
50
Foam rubber or rope-type materials used to keep toes apart while polishing the nails are called ______________.
pedicure slippers
toe gloves
splitters
toe separators
51
Which of the following are pre-molded nails shaped from a tough plastic made from acrylonitrile butadiene styrene?
nail tips
nail forms
nail adhesives
nail overlays
52
What is also known as a pre-polymer and is a thick, gel-like, sticky acrylate that is between a liquid and a solid?
polymer
oligomer
catalyst
monomer
53
Because of ______, the human body is able to resist and destroy pathogens and respond to infection.
toxicity
tolerance
safety
immunity
54
Which of the following materials is best for a multiuse tool?
wood
nickel-plated metal
plastic
stainless steel
55
Cosmetologists need a thorough understanding of light-cured gels because of all of the following EXCEPT:
Clients often become loyal to business when they receive excellent service
Soak-off gel polish services are one of the most requested services.
Using a light-cured gel means,don't need to know about the chemistry of gel
Many clients request gel services.
56
How often should clients come in for maintenance?
every 4 to 6 weeks
every 3 to 4 weeks
every 2 to 3 weeks
every 1 to 2 weeks
57
Responsibilities of a salon manager can vary from one to another typical salon manager may be responsible for all EXCEPT
training stylists to use a company's chemical-service products
reading financial documents such as profit-and-loss statements
tracking inventory
marketing activities such as advertising, promotions, and special events
58
Upon request, the employer must provide workers with: Choose all answers that are correct.
Copies of their own employee medical records
Answers 1 and 2
Records of work-related injuries and illnesses
Copies of employees’ medical records
59
What brush is most often used for monomer liquids?
round
squoval
square
oval
60
Approximately how much fluid does the human body require each day?
2 cups
2 liters
2 gallons
2 pints
61
Nail forms are placed under the ____ of the natural nail and used as a foundation and guide to sculpt liquid and powder.
matrix
free edge
nail bed
sidewall
62
What should be considered when determining how hazardous a chemical is?
If the individual is allergic to the chemical
All answers are correct
Heredity, age, gender, general health
Toxicity, concentration, time, sensitivity, interaction, route of exposure
63
What are the three main routes of exposure in an establishment?
Eating, drinking, smoking
Breathing, skin and eye contact, swallowing
Injecting, inhaling, infection
Spilling, spraying, shaking
64
The FDA and the State Board of Cosmetology are primarily concerned with protecting worker safety
False
True
65
All of the following types of pedicure equipment must be cleaned and disinfected after each use EXCEPT:
air-jetted basins
whirlpool units
disposables
tubs
66
Foot files or paddles are designed _______________.
in a rectangular shape
to promote the growth of calluses
to roughen calluses
to smooth and reduce foot calluses
67
Which of the following is a nail disease that requires the attention of a physician?
a bruise on the nail bed
paronychia
hangnails
plicatured nails
68
All are examples of how the Internet started to be used in cosmetology in the early twenty-first century EXCEPT _______.
booking appointments from any location using multiple online devices
using social media to attract new clients
Clients bringing homemade color formulas made from videos to the salon
accessing technical education and color formulas online
69
Which of the following is applied first in the nail polish application process?
base coat
polish color
top coat
fast-drying top coat
70
When performing a pedicure, what is the first step after completing the pre-service procedure?
Remove nail polish.
Check the temperature of the pedicure bath for safety.
Put on gloves, and place the feet in the bath.
Dry between the toes.
71
What is dermatitis?
An inflammation of the skin
Dry hands and arms
Flaky scalp
Irritated and watery eyes
72
What are the forms that a chemical can take?
Vapors, liquids, mist
Gases, solids, liquids
Solids, liquids, gases, vapors
Liquids, mist, vapors, gases
73
Becoming a specialist in a service type covered by a cosmetology license requires ________
additional training and expertise
volunteering to assist on photo shoots or movie and TV sets
good public speaking skills to appear on stage
an aptitude for math and accounting
74
When product sticks to your brush, how do you clean your brush to avoid product buildup?
Dip brush in acetone, wipe on lint-free towel before returning to nail.
Wipe brush on a lint-free disposable towel and return product on the nail.
Wipe on clean disposable towel, rewet with monomer, excess liquid on towel
Rewet the brush with monomer and go back to the product on the nail.
75
Which of the following multiuse implements should be used to remove dead skin?
tweezers
metal pusher
nail nippers
nail clippers
76
Why must the hyponychium be treated gently?
damaged hyponychium would mean that any nail service must start over
If the hyponychium is damaged, infection under the nail plate is possible
hyponychium is damaged,it would cause the rest of the products not to work
A damaged hyponychium would need immediate medical assistance.
77
Which of the following is not a part of the natural nail unit?
matrix
nail cuticle
nail plate
onyx
78
A multipurpose extinguisher can be used to fight:
Class A, B, C, and D fires
Any fire in which water should not be used
Class A, B, and C fires
Insects and vermin
79
Shaving the legs within 48 hours of receiving a pedicure can have what result?
exfoliating scrub not working effectively
decreased circulation in the legs
increased risk of irritation or infection
significant heat sensitivity
80
What does “breakthrough time” refer to?
The length of time it takes a chemical to breakdown and produce vapor
The length of time protective gloves will work well
The length of time it should take to put out a fire
The length of time it takes a fire to spread from one point to another
81
Which type of file would you use for the initial shaping of the perimeter of the nail?
buffer
fine-grit
medium-grit
coarse-grit
82
The highest point in the nail is known as what?
apex
stress area
C-curve
undersides
83
Which is the last step in preparing the nail for nail extensions?
buffing the nail
applying the nail cleanser
applying the nail dehydrator
removing the cuticle
84
________________ gels may have an inhibition layer.
building
soak-off
polymer
finishing
85
What is a symptom that the nervous system is under attack?
Headache
Lack of coordination
All answers are correct
Dizziness
86
What is the water content of a healthy nail?
30 percent
15 to 25 percent
0 to 5 percent
10 percent
87
Pedicures achieve all of the following EXCEPT:
They create loyalty in clients.
They speed the growth of toenails.
The are good income producers.
They can be important preventive health services.
88
In 1906, Charles Nessler invented the first perm process that curled hair by ____________.
winding flexible pads treated with a chemical mixture around the hair
applying a cold alkaline lotion to the hair
wrapping the hair around metal rods heated by electric current
treating the hair with para-phenylenediamine (PPD)
89
Which of the following is TRUE of antibiotics?
They are the cure for all diseases.
They should be used liberally.
They are widely overused today.
They should be used only against viruses.
90
Why is it important to understand nail disorders and diseases?
be able to identify conditions, if they can be treated in the salon
You must be able to identify conditions and prescribe at-home treatments.
be able to recognize conditions, able to diagnose, for in-salon treatment
be able to recognize conditions so you do not work on any nails diseases
91
Nail nippers should not be used on clients with thin skin or ______________.
acne
allergies
lowered immune system
onychophagy
92
What does it mean if a product is adulterated?
The FDA has tested it and found it causes diseases.
contains an ingredient that will harm users under normal conditions of use
It can be used by adults,
All answers are correct
93
What are the characteristics of a normal, healthy nail?
firm and rigid
soft and flexible
soft with ridges
firm and flexible
94
While working on a client, her manager stops her, she's about to clip too close to the eponychium, possibly confused for
the nail plate
the matrix
the nail cuticle
the natural nail
95
The following are considered reasons that cosmetologists must differentiate between healthy and unhealthy nails EXCEPT:
could see conditions that may require medical attention
You need to take steps to protect yourself and your clients from diseases
You must be able to identify conditions that should not be treated
be able to identify conditions affected by weather conditions and humidity.
96
When performing a hand, nail, and skin analysis before a nail service, you need to observe the following EXCEPT________.
the nails' condition and length
the client's tenderness to touch
the cleanliness of the skin
the skin's condition

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