An esthetician should ask about a client's lifestyle and describe any observations about the skin's appearance:

before applying toner and after touching the skin

Julia says, “Juanita you cannot disinfect those implements yet!” Assuming she is RIGHT, which would explain her concern?

Juanita had not cleaned any of the implements she was about to disinfect.

How should the neck be massaged in relation to the flow of blood?

Movements should follow the flow of the jugular veins downward.

Squamous cell carcinoma is defined a

a condition characterized by red or pink scaly papules or nodules

When mixing chemicals, one should:

use a measuring device, such as a measuring cup or spoon

What is an apocrine gland?

coiled gland in underarm & genital areas that secretes swet

What function does the pineal gland serve?

Affecting sexual development, sleep, and metabolism

The most important step in treating acne is:

the cleansing and removal of blemishes

Rafael notices his client, Jasmine, has a small cut, after stopping the service what is the next thing he must do?

Inform Jasmine of what has happened.

Which of the following would the EPA most likely be involved in regulating?

the safe manufacture of chemical products used in the workplace

Which of the following is TRUE of diseases spread by direct transmission and indirect transmission?

indirect X-mission CAN live long periods away from host, direct CANNOT

Alana's disinfectants poster has 2 columns, ALWAYS & NEVER. Which of the following would be a mistake on the poster?

Never add disinfectant to water when diluting.

Systemic circulation is a process that describes

oxygenated blood circ from the heart to the body & back to the heart again.

Juan has pediculosis capitis. Which of the following MOST LIKELY caused this?

head lice from a client, close associate or relative

Neil makes sure all of his employees are familiar with important disinfectant tips, he knows he will NEVER see:

An employee placing disinfectant into an unmarked container

Kendra has just finished her company’s mission statement. Which of the following is now TRUE?

She has made her company’s purpose and values public knowledge.

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1
The white blood cell that digests and kills bacteria and parasites with its enzyme is called a
corneocyte
leukocyte
Langerhans immune cell
lamellar granule
2
A yellow undertone characterizes all:
saturated colors
cool colors
desaturated colors
warm colors
3
How many separate electrical outlets should a treatment room have?
2
5
4
3
4
The largest of the cranial nerves is the
fifth
seventh
third
eleventh
5
An esthetician should ask about a client's lifestyle and describe any observations about the skin's appearance:
after applying toner and before touching the skin
before putting on eye pads and after touching the skin
before applying toner and after touching the skin
after examining the skin w/ magnifying lamp & before determining skin type
6
The area that may be waxed as part of a back waxing with soft wax but not with hard wax is:
the back of the shoulders
the spine
the arms
the front of the shoulders
7
Julia says, “Juanita you cannot disinfect those implements yet!” Assuming she is RIGHT, which would explain her concern?
Juanita had not cleaned any of the implements she was about to disinfect.
Juanita is not licensed to disinfect her implements.
Juanita's implements have been used on several clients during the day
Juanita's implements are fairly new, so they need no disinfecting.
8
How should the neck be massaged in relation to the flow of blood?
Movements should follow the flow of the jugular veins upward.
Movements should move downward against the flow of the jugular veins.
Movements should flow upward against the flow of the jugular veins.
Movements should follow the flow of the jugular veins downward.
9
With proper precautions in place, it is safe to perform a skin service on a client who comes in with a(n) .
open wound
abrasion
cold
rash
10
What does the addition of black to a pure hue create?
value
tint
shade
tone
11
Squamous cell carcinoma is defined a
a small epidermal cyst that appears as firm white papules
a condition characterized by red or pink scaly papules or nodules
a condition characterized by sores, reddish patches
a sebaceous cyst or subcutaneous tumor filled with sebum
12
The bone marrow part of the skeletal system is directly connected with
the circulatory system
the endocrine system
the integumentary system
the lymphatic system
13
What does an oxidizing agent do?
increases oxygen
nullifies oxygen
absorbs oxygen
releases oxygen
14
When mixing chemicals, one should:
use a measuring device, such as a measuring cup or spoon
never use secondary containers, such as spray bottles
avoid rooms or areas that are well ventilated
add the water to the chemical, not the other way around
15
What gland that requires iodine in the diet in order to function properly?
Thyroid gland
Adrenal glands
Parathyroid glands
Pituitary gland
16
Of all the elements known to science today, how many occur naturally on Earth?
89
18
19
98
17
What is an apocrine gland?
coiled gland in underarm & genital areas that secretes swet
opening for sweat glands on the epidermis
appendage attached to follicles that produce sebum
sweat gland found all over the body
18
What function does the pineal gland serve?
Regulating blood calcium and phosphorus levels
Secreting enzyme-producing cells involved in digestion
Affecting sexual development, sleep, and metabolism
Secreting steroid hormones and controlling metabolic processes of thebody
19
Hypertrophy is:
abnormal growth in skin
term used to refer to an inflammatory condition of the skin
a deficiency in perspiration due to failure of the sweat glands
chronic excessive perspiration
20
The most important step in treating acne is:
exfoliating the skin
lancing cysts and nodules
the cleansing and removal of blemishes
applying products that are oil-free
21
What is comprised of five sections known as the stratum corneum, lucidum, granulosum, spinosum & germinativum?
Central nervous system
Integumentary system
Epidermis
Dermis
22
Rafael notices his client, Jasmine, has a small cut, after stopping the service what is the next thing he must do?
Properly clean his tools.
Recommend that Jasmine see a physician.
Pat the injured area dry with a clean paper towel.
Inform Jasmine of what has happened.
23
What is true of Fitzpatrick skin types 5 and 6?
It has lower reactivity than lower Fitzpatrick skin types.
It requires more exfoliation.
It does not need sun protection.
It doesn't need as much deep pore cleansing.
24
The two skin types which have similar levels of hydration are:
normal and dry
combination and dry
oily and normal
oily and combination
25
The part of the body that contains the hair follicle and its appendages is called the:
hair papilla
pilosebaceous unit
hair shaft
follicular canal
26
The client sits up during a back waxing to have what part of his body waxed?
The spine
The lower back
The upper back
The shoulder
27
Which of the following would the EPA most likely be involved in regulating?
the safe mixing of chemical products used in the workplace
the safe manufacture of chemical products used in the workplace
the safe storing of chemical products used in the workplace
the safe use of chemical products used in the workplace
28
Leg waxing is potentially dangerous if a client has:
ingrown hairs
varicose veins
not shaven recently
used an exfoliant in the last 48 hours
29
Leukoderma is a condition that is defined by:
a pigmented nevus
the loss of pigmentation
a malformation of the skin from abnormal pigmentation or dilatedcapillaries
the overproduction of pigment
30
Yasmine worries about getting sick. She knows she cannot prevent ____, she can strive to prevent ___ at work
bacteria; infection from disease while
exposure; transmission of
infection; the source of
transmission; exposure to
31
Which of the following is TRUE of diseases spread by direct transmission and indirect transmission?
Neither direct nor indirect X-mission diseases can live away from host
indirect X-mission CAN live long periods away from host, direct CANNOT
direct & indirect X-mission live for long periods of time away from host
direct X-mission diseases CAN live away from a host, indirect CANNOT
32
Eumelanin can be distinguished by an appearance that is
red to black
dark brown to black
red to yellow
white to brown
33
Uneven skin is observed when touching this type of skin.
oily
dry
combination
normal
34
Alana's disinfectants poster has 2 columns, ALWAYS & NEVER. Which of the following would be a mistake on the poster?
Never place any disinfectant in an unmarked container.
Always wear gloves and safety glasses.
Never add disinfectant to water when diluting.
Always keep the SDS on hand for the disinfectants you use.
35
Systemic circulation is a process that describes
circulation of blood from the heart to the lungs to be oxygenated
transport of fully digested food into the circulatory system.
protection of body from bacteria through the action of white blood cells
oxygenated blood circ from the heart to the body & back to the heart again.
36
What term is best described as the part of a muscle that does not move?
Insertion
Origin
Neuron
Reflex
37
Where are the most fragile bones in the face?
Mandible
Eye Socket
Cheeks
Nose
38
The glands most closely connected to skin melanization are
parathyroid glands
thyroid glands
pituitary glands
adrenal glands
39
The outer parts of the body are connected to the central nervous system through the
peripheral nervous system
circulatory system
muscular system
autonomic nervous system
40
When a dead protein cell that is dried out and lacks nuclei. It is called
adipose
keratinocyte
fibroblast
corneocyte
41
The process of moving food along the digestive tract is known as:
ingestion
epistasis
absorption
peristalsis
42
Juan has pediculosis capitis. Which of the following MOST LIKELY caused this?
chemicals from services
head lice from a client, close associate or relative
a ringworm infection from a client, close associate or relative
a fungus living on a client
43
What term encompasses the protective layer that is comprised of cells, mechanisms, and nerve endings?
Dermis
Stratum
Stratum
Epidermis
44
Disorders of the skin are
difficult to categorize
rarely genetic
almost always contagious
cannot be treated by estheticians
45
How often should one change gloves?
every single day
after every single use
in between each client
after every other use
46
Neil makes sure all of his employees are familiar with important disinfectant tips, he knows he will NEVER see:
adding disinfectant to water when diluting it
An employee placing disinfectant into an unmarked container
wearing gloves when using disinfectants
keeping an item submerged in a disinfectant for more than two minutes
47
What regulates calcium?
Thyroid gland
Adrenal glands
Pituitary gland
Parathyroid glands
48
All of the following are considered accessories to the skin EXCEPT
exocrine glands
hair
nails
endocrine glands
49
Where is the lunula found?
Sweat Gland
Oil Gland
Hair
Nail
50
Kendra has just finished her company’s mission statement. Which of the following is now TRUE?
She will be successful in her business.
She has made her company’s purpose and values public knowledge.
The public knows that her business will adhere to ethical standards.
She will maintain her self-esteem in her career.
51
Erythema is a condition defined by:
excess hair growth
redness caused by inflammation
UV damage to the epidermis
visible distended capillaries
52
When immiscible liquids are combined, they form:
solutions
miscible liquids
suspensions
stable mixtures
53
How does oily skin appear under a Wood's lamp?
Purple
Blue-white
Orange
Brown
54
The part of the skin which is located next to the epidermis is the
reticular layer
dermal papilla
papillary layer
stratum corneum
55
Sarah is feeling hot and her forehead is sweaty, which is a result of her
apocrine glands
eccrine glands
sebaceous glands
endocrine glands
56
The difference between respiratory droplets and airborne transmission is:
respiratory droplets do not stay in the air as long
respiratory droplets are smaller and more likely to be transmitted
only airborne transmission is guaranteed to make individuals ill
airborne transmission has wetter particles, & LESS likely to be transmitted
57
What is NOT part of the lymphatic or immune systems?
Thymus gland
Pineal gland
Spleen
Liver
58
What does a reducing agent do?
subtracts nitrogen from a chemical compound
adds oxygen to a chemical compound
subtracts hydrogen from a chemical compound
adds hydrogen to a chemical compound
59
The correct order of final steps in applying cleanser during a facial are:
forehead, nose, neck
forehead, nose, cheeks
cheeks, nose, forehead
neck, forehead, nose
60
What are the building blocks of tissues?
Peptides, which build amino acids
Amino acids, which are built from proteins
Peptides, which are built from proteins
Proteins, which are built by amino acids
61
The correct order of steps when applying wax to the hand is to first:
THUMB first, then make a fist, last top of hand
make a fist, top of hand, then each finger starting with LITTLE finger
make a fist, top of hand, then each finger starting with THUMB
LITTLE finger first, then make a fist, last top of hand
62
When an individual’s immune system prevents transmission, it:
prevents the spread of disease
prevents illness
causes illness
spreads disease
63
What does adding white to a pure hue create?
tint
shade
value
tone
64
Leave the freezer open all night, all of the ice will melt. This is a result of:
an endothermic reaction
neutralization
an exothermic reaction
ionization
65
The service of extractions ends with the:
cheeks
nose
chin
forehead and upper cheekbones
66
The electromagnetic spectrum is the name given to:
all of the forms of energy that exist
all forms of microwaves
all forms of energy except for X-rays
all forms of energy except for gamma rays
67
For which of the following purposes would acids most likely be used?
to soften calloused skin
to raise the pH of products
to exfoliate the skin
to swell the hair
68
How should a makeup artist brace for applying eyeshadow?
with the front side of the dominant hand, at the top of the client's head
with the front side of the dominant hand, just above the client's brow
with the back side of the dominant hand, at the top ofthe client's head
with the back side of the dominant hand, just above the client's brow
69
The organ that discharges bile as part of the digestive process is the:
liver
stomach
intestines
kidney
70
Blood vessels, but NOT lymph vessels are located in the
stratum corneum
stratum spinosum
papillary layer
reticular layer
71
An SDS is formatted into how many categories?
16
12
10
8
72
The sweat gland that is found all over the body and contains openings on the skin is called the
sebaceous gland
apocrine gland
eccrine gland
dermal gland
73
At least how long must the use of isotretinoin (Accutane) be completed before skin treatment?
One year
Six months
Two weeks
Six weeks
74
Chloe cleaned her tools. Her instructor told her to do it again b/c she did not follow 1 of 3 methods, which did she use
She used a chemical cleaner.
She thoroughly wiped them down with sanitary wipes.
She washed with soap & water, then scrubbed with a disinfected nailbrush
She used an ultrasonic unit.
75
Heidi is careful to avoid catching a virus @ work (which is NOT airborne). She's had no physical contact, which is true
If she catches, it will only have been through indirecttransmission.
Heidi will catch the virus
Heidi cannot catch the virus
If she catches it will only have been through directtransmission.
76
The zygomaticus minor is a muscle of the:
arm
mouth
leg
neck
77
All of the following refer to the same bone group EXCEPT
cheekbones
zygomatic bones
malar bones
lacrimal bones
78
What enzyme stimulates melanocytes?
Tyrosinase
Collagen
Glycation
Elastase
79
What gland is most closely connected to the regulation of blood pressure?
Adrenal glands
Pituitary gland
Thyroid gland
Parathyroid glands
80
What part of the body is a large lymph node?
Skin
Spleen
Liver
Thymus gland
81
**CORRECTED ANSWER** The dermis contains a layer called
the stratum lucidum
the subcutaneous layer
the stratum granulosum
the stratum germinativum
82
Before a facial, _____ should be removed.
all clothing
all clothing above the waist
light-colored clothing
dark-colored clothing, if the client is comfortable
83
What cleanser is best for aging clients?
Gel
Liquid
Cream
Mousse
84
Hard waxes removed should be removed by an esthetician who:
waits for the wax to completely harden and dry to pull
uses strips to remove the wax while it is still warm
grips one end and pulls, while the wax is still tacky
uses strips to remove the wax after the wax has completely cooled
85
Victoria wears gloves while working on a client for 10 mins. How would she acquire a cold from the client?
via a respiratory droplet.
cold was not transmitted to her at all.
through indirect transmission.
through direct transmission.
86
The sternocleidomastoid extends from
the ear to the collarbone
the wrist to the forearm
the back of the neck to the back
the radius to the ulna
87
Closed-lipid bilayer spheres that encapsulate ingredients & target their delivery to specific tissues are:
lubricants
parabens
liposomes
polymers
88
What is a solvent?
a substance that dissolves a solute and makes a solution
a stable physical mixture of two or more substances
a substance dissolved into a solution
a liquid not capable of being mixed to form a stable solution
89
Walter: "Carlos told me to clean these tools and use HIGEST level of infection control." What do you say to Walter?
Sterilize the tools, that will destroy all microbial life.
Clean the tools with soap & water, that will remove all visible dirt.
Disinfect the tools, that will destroy all harmful organisms.
Sanitize the tools, it will greatly reduce the # of disease-causing germs.
90
What step immediately follows cleansing a client's skin of makeup?
Covering the client's eyes with eye pads
Examining the skin with a Wood's lamp
Applying toner
Touching the skin of the face
91
What accompanies the rapid oxidation of a substance during combustion?
neutralization
the production of heat and light
ionization of the substance
an endothermic reaction
92
What is NOT ideal for combination skin?
Humectants
Ceramides
Oil-balancing ingredients
Emollients
93
Depressions in the skin characterize these types of lesions
vascular
secondary
primary
tertiary
94
What is a solute?
a substance that is dissolved in a solution
a stable physical mixture of two or more substances
a substance that dissolves a solvent and makes a solution
a liquid not capable of being mixed to form a stable solution
95
The type of products that attracts water to the skin but is typically oil-free is called
moisturizers
night creams
treatment creams
hydrators
96
What is responsible for the production of insulin?
Pancreas
Liver
Thyroid
Adrenal glands
97
What is the collective name for the oil and sweat glands?
Adrenal glands
Endocrine glands
Pineal glands
Exocrine glands
98
Skin is strengthened by a protein substance of complex fibers called
elastin
ceramide
adipose
collagen
99
Which of the following is TRUE of phenolic disinfectants?
They can be safely applied to the skin.
They are known carcinogens.
They have a low pH.
The safest way to dispose of them is down the drain.
100
Jodie used soap & warm water to remove all of the visible dirt and debris off of her station, she has _____ her station.
sterilized
sanitized
cleaned
disinfected

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