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ESTHETICIAN STATE BOARD REVIEW| 200
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One of the biggest challenges clients face when purchasing cosmetics is
- Finding the right color product
- Finding the allergy-free options
- Finding products that have not been tested on animals
- Finding products that are high quality correct answer: Finding the right color product How many individual lashes should be applied across the lash line, when performing the service of applying artificial lashes? 1 to 2 2 to 3 3 to 4 5 to 6 correct answer: 5 to 6 When performing the service of applying artificial lashes, __________. Never use liquid liner Apply eyeliner first Apply mascara to the client's lashes first Never apply mascara to the lower lashes correct answer: Apply eyeliner first Body tissues come from the basic building blocks known as: Carbohydrates Sugars Proteins Lipids correct answer: proteins Phytoestrogens are created by the chemical processes of: Animals and other humans Minerals Humans Plants correct answer: Plants The white blood cell that digests and kills bacteria and parasites with its enzyme is called a Lamellar granule Corneocyte Leukocyte Langerhans immune cells correct answer: Leukocyte What term encompasses the protective layer that is comprised of cells, mechanisms and nerve endings? Hypodermis
Dermis Epidermis Stratum correct answer: Epidermis Virus infected cells, foreign cells, and cancer cells are all combated by T-cells Corneocytes Leukocytes Langerhans immune cells correct answer: T-cells What is an apocrine gland? An appendage attaches to follicles that produce sebum A coiled structure attached to hair follicles in the underarm and genital area that secretes sweat A tube-like opening for sweat glands on the epidermis A sweat gland found all over the body with openings on the skin's surface through pores correct answer: A coiled structure attached to hair follicles in the underarm and genital area that secretes sweat What does the term subcutaneous layer refer to? A thin, protective covering with many nerve endings A layer composed mostly of collagen and elastin A protective cushion and energy storage for the body The support layer of connective tissue correct answer: The support layer of connective tissue What is water loss caused by evaporation on the skin's surface? Barrier function Transepidermal water loss Epidermal growth factor Heat regulation correct answer: Transepidermal Water Loss What is telangiectasia? A chronic vascular disorder characterized by varying degrees of skin redness The binding of a protein molecule to a glucose molecule An anti-inflammatory, an antioxidants, and a key factor in tissue repair A condition in which capillaries have been damaged and are now larger blood vessels correct answer: A chronic vascular disorder characterized by varying degrees of skin redness The most sensory nerve fibers in the skin are located in The feet The eyes The fingertips The nose correct answer: The fingertips Abel is shivering with cold and goose bumps appear on his arms. This is an example what part of the body working? Fibroblasts
Flat, nonpalpable changes in skin color Small epidermal cysts that appear as firm white papules correct answer: Flat, nonpalpable changes in skin color Black or dark patches on the skin that are usually uneven in texture, jagged, or raised characterizes the condition known as Melaka Malignant melanoma Basal cell carcinoma Squamous cell carcinoma correct answer: Malignant melanoma Grade II acne is characterized by Redness and inflammation, many comedones, papules, and pustules Cysts with comedones, more open comedones, and occasional papules and pustules Many closed comedones, more open comedones and occasional papules and pustules Minor breakouts, mostly open comedones, some closed comedones, and a few papules correct answer: Many closed comedowns, more open comedones. And occasional papules and pustules A small elevation on the skin that contains fluid but may develop into a pustule is a Pilosebaceous unit Papule Cyst Pustule correct answer: Papule What is true of seborrhea? It involves benign lesions frequently seen in oiler areas of the face It is an abnormal secretion from the sebaceous gland It is acute or chronic in nature, with dry or moist lesions It is a chronic, relapsing form of dermatitis correct answer: It is an abnormal secretion from the sebaceous gland The largest external cause of pigmentation disorders is A diet in low protein A diet in high fat Smoking Sun exposure correct answer: Sun exposure A small flat colored spot on the skin known as Lentigo A macule A nevus Fissure correct answer: Lentigo A malformation of the skin from abnormal pigmentation or dilated capillaries is known as A macule Lentigo
Sunburn A nevus correct answer: A Nevus The fungal condition that inhibits melanin production is called Leukoderma Albinism Tinea versicolor Vitiligo correct answer: Tinea versicolor Disorders of the skin are Rarely genetic Almost always contagious Cannot be treated by estheticians Difficult to categorize correct answer: Cannot be treated by esthetician's An esthetician might be able to help a client to treat symptoms connected with Varicose veins Couperose Rosacea Telangiectasia correct answer: Rosacea What is a medical condition that would prevent treatment by an esthetician? Tinea Ringworm Verruca Active herpes lesions correct answer: Active herpes lesion Preventing the spread of infections is Impossible because the sources of infections are all unknown Very unlikely because there are no set safety procedures to take Difficult but possible if you run your shop like a hospital Easy when you know the proper procedures to follow correct answer: Easy when you know the proper procedures to follow When an individual's immune system prevents transmission, it Prevents the spread of disease Spreads disease Prevents illness Causes illness correct answer: Prevents the spread of disease Which of the following is true of direct and indirect transmission of disease?
- Direct transmission requires contact with another person, whereas indirect transmission does not
- Direct transmission does not require contact with another person, whereas indirect transmission does
- Both direct and indirect transmission requires contact with another person
Add them to water to dilute them Place them in unmarked containers Mix them together, even with manufacturer's recommendations Use them on nonporous surfaces correct answer: Place them in unmarked containers The CDC publishes _________, guidelines that employees and employers agree to with the assumption that any human blood or body fluids are potentially infectious. Standard precautions Exposure incidents Antiseptics Sanitizers correct answer: Standard Precautions Often, clients who are just getting sick can be contagious without showing any signs of infection. These clients are considered Sanitized Antiseptic Precautious Asymptomatic correct answer: Asymptomatic Which of the following should be performed after removing one pair of gloves and before putting on a new pair? Change the mask Change clothes Wash hands Nothing correct answer: Wash hands Which of the following is NOT true of exits in salons, spas, & barbershops? They should be well marked They should be identifiable They should be known to all employees They should be randomly located at the owner's discretion correct answer: They should be randomly located at the owners discretion Considered an expert in this field, Wilma has worked for the last 22 years at the federal agency that registers all type of disinfectants sold by manufacturers and used by salons, spas, and barbershops nationwide. For which of the following federal agencies does Wilma work? The US Department of Health and Human Services The US Environmental Protection Agency The US Department of Defense The US Department of Labor correct answer: The US Environmental Protection Agency Franca has recently committed a major offense against her license. If she does, in fact, have her license revoked, who among the following is MOST LIKELY to revoke it? The state agency The EPA OSHA
The US Department of Labor correct answer: The state agency Jasmine's manager has pointed out there might be mold forming in one of the bathrooms. He has requested that Jasmine mix a solution that will destroy the mold. Which of the following will be MOST effective in doing so? A bactericidal A virucidal A fungicidal A sporicidal correct answer: A fungicidal Omar has asked his client to please sit and wait while he tends to one of his tools. He didn't want to alarm the client, but he noticed that there was a small amount of blood on the tool from a cut on his finger. Which of the following is TRUE of Omar's implement? It is contaminated It is diagnosed It is parasitic It is contagious correct answer: It is contaminated Walter is your coworker, and is a bit confused as to what type and level of infection control he must employ in cleaning tools, as he has been asked to do by your manager, Carlos. Walter tells you, "I have no idea what to do. Carlos told me to clean these tools and then make sure I use the HIGHEST level of infection control so that I completely destroy EVERYTHING." As Walter's coworker, what level of infection control should you recommend he use, & why?
- Walter should clean the tools with soap and water, because that will remove all visible dirt
- Walter should sanitize the tools, because that will greatly reduce the number of disease-causing germs
- Walter should disinfect the tools, because that will destroy all harmful organisms
- Walter should sterilize the tools, because that will destroy all microbial life correct answer: Walter should sterilize the tools, because that will destroy all microbial life. What is the primary source of skin disorders? Neither internal nor external factors Only external factors Only internal factors Both internal and external factors correct answer: Both internal and external factors Whiteheads are a condition also known as Closed comedones Open comedones Cysts Pustules correct answer: Closed comedones A T-Zone is A classification that describes a person's genetic skin attributes A scale used to measure the skin type's ability to tolerate the sun exposure The center area of the face corresponding to the T shape
What is a characteristic of telangiectasia? Scarring Rashes Broken capillaries Open sores correct answer: Broken capillaries When treating Fitzpatrick Skin Types 5 & 6, The skin needs to be extremely dry The skin tends to be thin It is difficult to determine adverse reactions The skin does not react well to deep pore cleansing correct answer: It is difficult to determine adverse reactions What is the main extrinsic cause of aging? Smoking Hormonal imbalance Sun damage Medications correct answer: Sun damage. One daily habit that is beneficial for the skin is _____________ Drinking plenty of water Drinking alcohol in moderation Smoking Drinking caffeinated beverages correct answer: Drinking plenty of water. A client may not choose to reveal ________ on an intake form. Allergies Age Medications Treatment history correct answer: Age What form releases the esthetician from liability resulting from treatment? Intake form Client chart Consent form Consultation card correct answer: Consent form The medical history of a client is noted on the __________ Client chart Consent form Service record card Intake form correct answer: Intake form All of the following are other names for the intake form EXCEPT Client questionnaire Healthy history form
Service record card Consultation card correct answer: Service record card When performing a skin analysis, a client's normal state of dryness might not be visible
Under a magnifying light After cleansing In the T-Zone Outside of the T-Zone correct answer: After cleansing An astringent is ___________ A soap or detergent that deeply cleans the skin A water based liquid that helps remove excess oil from the skin A lubricant ingredient derived from plant oils or animal fats A special cleanser designed primarily to remove heavier makeup correct answer: A water based liquid that helps remove excess oil from the skin What is meant by the term functional ingredient?
- An ingredient that causes actual changed in the appearance of the skin
- An ingredient that does not affect the appearance of the skin but it is necessary for product formulation
- An ingredient that is chemically combined with silicone and oxygen to protect the skin
- An ingredient that is a material that is compatible with water correct answer: An ingredient that does not affect the appearance of the skin but it is necessary for product formulation When it comes to products and ingredients, the first responsibility of skin care professionals to their clients is _________
- To recommend only the most affordable option
- To give the clients the most freedom in choosing products
- Letting the clients know all effects and potential side effects of any products or ingredients
- To use as wide a range of products as possible to test for potential adverse reactions correct answer: Letting the clients know all effects and potential side effects of any products or ingredients The FD&C Act partly defines drugs as articles which are intended for use in the _________ Diagnosis of disease Beautification of the skin Altering of appearance Cosmeceutical industry correct answer: Diagnosis of disease an allergic reaction which occurs during a facial should be handled with _________ Exfoliation Cold water and cold compress An immediate call to a physician Hot towels and/or steam correct answer: Cold water and cold compress
SPF 50
SPF 100 correct answer: SPF 50 Of all skin care treatments, the single most effective is __________ Home-care treatments Waxing Exfoliating Extractions correct answer: Exfoliating What is the best advice to an esthetician who wishes to educate a client about a product? Provide as much information as possible to the client Recommend the same product line to every customer Keep it short and to the point Let the client lead the discussion correct answer: Provide as much information as possible to the client. One sign a manufacturer is NOT a good choice to develop a long-term professional relationship with is if the manufacturer _________ Does not charge for samples or brochures Has a strong online sales presence Strongly recommends it's training program about proper use of the product Sells exclusively to licensed care professionals correct answer: Has a strong online sales presence What is true of online sales of professional products? They are always authorized by the manufacturer They are potentially dangerous They are a helpful resource for estheticians They are generally frowned upon by the manufacturer correct answer: They are generally frowned upon by the manufacturer How is the actual monetary value of a product BEST determined?
- the purchase price as compared to over the counter products
- breaking the purchase price down into a weekly budget
- the smallest markup from wholesale to retail
- the popularity of the product correct answer: Breaking the purchase price down into a weekly budget Which of the following is TRUE of electricity? It occupies space, but has no mass It has mass, but occupies no space It occupies space and has mass It does not occupy space or have mass correct answer: It does not occupy space or have mass Why is copper used in electrical wiring and electrical motors? Because it is inexpensive
Because it is a good conductor Because it is a good insulator Because it provides safeguards against electrocution correct answer: Because it is a good conductor Which of the following is a good example of an insulator? Copper Tap water Wood Steel correct answer: Wood Which of the following is an electrical safety device that is designed to prevent excessive current from passing through a circuit by blowing out or melting when a wire becomes too hot from overloading the circuit with too much current? A fuse A circuit breaker An ampere A nonconductor correct answer: A fuse The third circular electrical connection on a three-pong plug is called a _________ Ground fault interrupter Grounding pin Circuit breaker Fuse correct answer: Grounding pin The use of electrical currents to treat the skin is called Electrotherapy Electrocution Electrolysis Electrode correct answer: Electrotherapy Which of the following BEST differentiates a positive electrode from a negative electrode?
- The positive electrode is called a cathode; the negative electrode is called an anode
- The positive electrode is an anode; the negative electrode is called a cathode
- The positive electrode has an electric charge; the negative electrode does not
- The positive electrode has no electric charge; the negative electrode does correct answer: The positive electrode is called an anode; the negative electrode is called a cathode A condition that prohibits certain treatments is called a ___________ Cancelled Catalyst Contraindication Conductor correct answer: Contraindication Which of the following types of energy is most likely associated with nuclear power plants? Radio waves
- Adapting a three-pronged plug to fit into a two-pronged outlet dominates the intended grounding
- Adapting a three-pronged plug to fit into a two-pronged outlet makes the conductor an inductor correct answer: Adapting a three-pronged plug into a two-pronged outlet eliminates the intended grounding. While working on a customer, Cindy accidentally dropped her electrical device into a sink full of water. Which of the following should Cindy do?
- Cindy should quickly grab the device out of the sink full of water
- Cindy should quickly unplug the device from the outlet
- Cindy should run over to the circuit breaker planet and shut down all power to the establishment
- Cindy should get everyone out of the establishment and call the fire department correct answer: Cindy should run over to the circuit breaker panel and shut down all power to the establishment. Manny is excited to use his new series of handheld appliances on his clients this week. His boss has told Manny to come in to work prepared to get used to the new equipment. All man he knows is that the appliances are expensive and top of the line and that they run on alternating current. Manny has already cleaned off his station, made sure that he has ample space to work, properly disposed of his old appliances, and picked up plenty of long lasting batteries for the new appliances. What mistakes, if any, has Manny made?
- Manny has not made any mistakes
- Manny should not have disposed of his old equipment
- Manny should not purchased any batteries
- Manny should not have cleaned out and made extra space at his station correct answer: Manny should not have disposed of his old equipment You are a worker and a high-end establishment that uses cutting edge technology and techniques and treating clientele. Your newest client, Gregory has just told you that his doctor is recommending UV light therapy as part of his overall path toward better health. Which of the following is most likely the reason why Gregory's doctor has recommended this particular type of light exposure as part of his therapy? Gregory is very low in Vitamin D Gregory is at high risk for developing skin cancer Gregory has skin cancer Gregory is developing premature wrinkles correct answer: Gregory is very low in Vitamin D In order to properly prepare your treatment room, you should expect to arrive ________ At least 5 minutes early At least 15 minutes early At least 30 minutes early At least an hour early correct answer: At least 30 minutes early Who would not typically need a steamer during a facial procedure? Most clients Any client Clients with sensitive skin
Clients who require extraction correct answer: Clients with sensitive skin SDSs (Safety Data Sheets) are _________ A class of sanitizers Information forms about products State inspection records Standards for erogonomic efficiency correct answer: Information forms about products What is the name of the room where supplies are stored when they are not in the treatment room or workstations? Dispensary Restock room Storage locker Supply station correct answer: Dispensary When budgeting time to prepare the room for a facial service, estheticians should expect it will take _________. 3 minutes 5 minutes 10 minutes 15 minutes correct answer: 10 minutes How can a technician best assist the client in the treatment room?
- By explaining the details about how to prepare for the procedure
- By assisting the client with the removal of jewelry
- By helping the client with the removal of clothing
- By assuming the client does not want to hear about the details of the treatment correct answer: By explaining details about how to prepare for the procedure A technician's day would typically begin with ___________
- Checking the schedule to see what clients will be coming in
- turning on the wax heater
- disinfecting the treatment room
- setting up the trolley correct answer: Checking the schedule to see what clients will be coming in Preheating a towel warmer and wax heater can take as long as _________ 5 minutes 10 minutes 15 minutes 30 minutes correct answer: 15 minutes Before preheating, the steamer water level should be set ________ Slightly below the fill line A quarter inch above empty Slightly above the fill line
Technical skills Customer service Retail techniques Ongoing education correct answer: Technical skills When performing a facial, the correct order of steps is __________ Eye and lip treatments, mask then toner Mask, eye and lip treatments, then mask Mask, toner then eye and lip treatments correct answer: Mask, toner, then eye & lip treatments In an express facial, the most time consuming procedure is ___________ Skin analysis Exfoliation Cleansing Massage correct answer: Exfoliation What cleanser is best for aging clients? Gel Mousse Liquid Cream correct answer: Cream What type of exfoliation might involve the use of rice bran wax? Chemical exfoliation Mechanical exfoliation Granular exfoliation Desincrustation correct answer: Mechanical exfoliation The use of a steamer should take ___________ At least 5 minutes Exactly for 10 minutes No longer than 10 minutes At least 10 minutes correct answer: No longer than 10 minutes The necessary final step in a facial is ____________ Massage Toner Mask Application of moisturizer and sunscreen correct answer: Application of moisturizer and sunscreen The two skin types which have the most similar treatment goals are ___________ Oily and hyperpigmentation Dry skin and hyperpigmentation Hyperpigmentation and aging skin Dry skin and aging skin correct answer: Dry skin and aging skin
Underactive sebaceous glands typically result in ___________ Mature skin Oily skin Dry skin Hyperpigmentation correct answer: Dry skin How can transepidermal water loss be prevented? By encouraging osmosis from the lower layers of the skin to the upper layers By removing lipids from the surface of the skin By reducing the amount of sebum in the skin By removing the natural acid mantle of the skin correct answer: By maintaining the natural acid mantle of the skin Most age spots begin to appear in people who are in their __________ Thirties Forties Fifties Sixties correct answer: Fifties What type of skin typically benefits the most from firming products? Aging skin Oily skin Sensitive skin Hyperpigmentation correct answer: Aging skin What supply is used the most when performing extractions? Lancets Cotton swabs Gauze Comedone extractors correct answer: Comedone extractors What is true of men's skin in general? It is smaller-pored and less oily It is free of blackheads It is dehydrated and dry It is oily with surface dryness correct answer: It is oily with surface dryness How is the majority of lipstick before a facial removed?
- Using a dry tissue
- Wiping with a cleanser from one corner to the center of the mouth
- Wiping with cleanser from the center to one of the corner of the mouth
- Wiping with a cleanser from one corner of the mouth to the other corner correct answer: Using a dry tissue During a facial, cleanser should be first applied ____________.
