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ch 17 - facial machines Flashcards

1
Q

how does dehydrated skin appear under a Wood’s Lamp

a. light violet/purple
b. deep crimson/red
c. light turquoise/blue
d. deep emerald/green

A

light violet/purple

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what is NOT one of the colors comedones will assume when viewed under a Wood’s Lamp

a. yellow
b. pink
c. orange
d. green

A

green

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3
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how will hypopigmentation appear under a Wood’s Lamp

a. red-purple or beige-brown
b. blue-white or yellow-green
c. orange-yellow or gray-black
d. black-red or brown-gray

A

blue-white or yellow-green

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4
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what machine helps address excess cell buildup, excess dirt, and excess oil

a. steamer
b. rotary brush
c. galvanic current
d. electric mitts

A

rotary brush

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5
Q

when in the rotary-brush procedure should you lightly cleanse the client’s skin

a. before the service
b. halfway through the service
c. after the service
d. throughout the entire service

A

before the service

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6
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how long should a rotary brush be used on each area during each of your three passes

a. three to five seconds
b. seven to 10 seconds
c. 12 to 15 seconds
d. 17 to 20 seconds

A

three to five seconds

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7
Q

how often should you remove brushes from the rotary brush machine, wash them with soap and water, and immerse them in disinfectant per manufacturer recommendations

a. once per day
b. once per week
c. after every client
d. after every few client

A

after every client

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8
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why should you avoid using tap water in steamers

a. calcium buildups in tap water necessitate extra cleaning
b. mineral deposits in tap water give steam an unpleasant odor
c. calcium and mineral deposits in tap water might damage machinery
d. tap water is not thick enough to be used with a steamer

A

calcium and mineral deposits in tap water might damage machinery

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9
Q

what is the ordinary steam-treatment time during a facial

a. between eight and 10 minutes
b. between 10 and 20 minutes
c. between 30 and 35 minutes
d. about one hour

A

between eight and 10 minutes

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10
Q

what function does the rotary brush perform

a. aggressive extraction
b. gentle extraction
c. light exfoliation and stimulation
d. heavy exfoliation and stimulation

A

light exfoliation and stimulation

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11
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what is sebum transformed into via the chemical reaction of saponification

a. lymph
b. soap
c. oil
d. cold cream

A

soap

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12
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what is NOT true of sinusoidal current

a. it is a smooth, repetitive current
b. it is an alternating current
c. it produces heat effects
d. use on the scalp is contraindicated

A

use on the scalp is contraindicated

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13
Q

what is a misting device used for facial treatments

a. spray machine
b. vacuum machine
c. high-frequency machine
d. steamer

A

spray machine

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14
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what is a heat effect that is used for permanent hair removal

a. saponification
b. desincrustation
c. anaphoresis
d. thermolysis

A

thermolysis

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15
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what is the purpose of a vacuum machine

a. cleaning debris after facial treatments
b. removing impurities and stimulating circulation
c. quickly removing makeup before a facial treatment
d. extracting fine facial hairs left behind after shaving

A

removing impurities and stimulating circulation

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16
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what type of light does a Wood’s Lamp use

a. white light
b. blue light
c. red light
d. black light

A

black light

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17
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when should you ask a client to get a doctor’s note

a. prior to any facial services
b. prior to using facial machines
c. if you have doubts about whether the client can have electrotherapy
d. if you have doubts about whether the client practices good home care

A

if you have doubts about whether the client can have electrotherapy

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18
Q

when in the process of using electrical devices should you ask clients to remove jewelry

a. when you get close to working in the area of the jewelry
b. only if the jewelry is large and cumbersome
c. before beginning the procedure
d. after completing the procedure

A

before beginning the procedure

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19
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what is forced into tissues during anaphoresis

a. positive liquids
b. negative liquids
c. positive gases
d. negative gases

A

negative liquids

20
Q

what device is used for cataphoresis

a. Tesla high-frequency current
b. galvanic current
c. violet ray
d. steamer

A

galvanic current

21
Q

what is emulsified or liquefied during desincrustation

a. sebum and debris
b. lymph and debris
c. oil and water
d. lymph and water

A

sebum and debris

22
Q

what is the term for the use of electronic devices for therapeutic benefits

a. electrified therapy
b. electrolysis
c. electrotherapy
d. electronic therapy

A

electrotherapy

23
Q

what is NOT true of galvanic current

a. it is a constant current
b. it is a direct current
c. it produces chemical reactions
d. it is contraindicated for the face

A

it is contraindicated for the face

24
Q

what sort of effect is generated by a high-frequency machine

a. gentle warming
b. strong heat
c. gentle cooling
d. strong cold

A

strong heat

25
Q

what are ions

a. atoms or molecules carrying a negative electrical charge
b. atoms or molecules carrying a positive electrical charge
c. atoms or molecules carrying any electrical charge
d. atoms or molecules that cannot carry an electrical charge

A

atoms or molecules carrying any electrical charge

26
Q

what is ionization

a. process of fortifying a substance with additional ions
b. process of separating a substance into ions
c. process of identifying and cataloguing ions
d. process of merging ions to form a new substance

A

process of separating a substance into ions

27
Q

what does cataphoresis create

a. acidic reaction that contracts the skin
b. acidic reaction that relaxes the skin
c. alkaline reaction that contracts the skin
d. alkaline reaction that relaxes the skin

A

acidic reaction that contracts the skin

28
Q

what term refers to an atomizer designed to apply plant extracts and other ingredients to the skin

a. botanic sprayer
b. spritzing mister
c. steamer plug
d. Lucas sprayer

A

Lucas sprayer

29
Q

what should you do with your steamer once steam is visible

a. begin the treatment without any further steps
b. turn on the second switch (the ozone or vaporizer)
c. turn off the second switch (the ozone or vaporizer)
d. turn the device off to prevent it from overheating

A

turn on the second switch (the ozone or vaporizer)

30
Q

what should you do with your steamer after each use

a. turn it off for one hour
b. clean and disinfect it
c. top off the water in the reservoir
d. add bleach to the water in the reservoir to prevent bacterial growth

A

clean and disinfect it

31
Q

what is NOT true about essential oils as they relate to the process of using a steamer

a. they should be placed in a wick-like apparatus near the nozzle
b. they should be deposited directly into the steamer’s water supply
c. essential oils should be treated the same way as herbs
d. essential oils can be a helpful addition to a steam treatment

A

they should be deposited directly into the steamer’s water supply

32
Q

what treatment can be replaced with the use of a vacuum machine

a. product application
b. steam treatment
c. massage
d. extractions

A

massage

33
Q

what purpose does a piece of cotton serve when inserted into the hand piece of a vacuum machine

a. temperature regulation
b. speed regulation
c. filtration
d. disinfection

A

filtration

34
Q

what can you avoid by lifting your finger off the hold of a vacuum machine before lifting the device off the face

a. infecting the skin
b. burning the skin
c. cutting the skin
d. pulling the skin

A

pulling the skin

35
Q

what sort of storage is appropriate for vacuum-machine tips

a. heated
b. refrigerated
c. covered container
d. uncovered container

A

covered container

36
Q

what type of skin is helped by desincrustation because the process helps soften and relax the debris in follicles

a. normal
b. mature
c. dry
d. oily

A

oily

37
Q

where is an appropriate place to warm cotton pads and products

a. microwave
b. hot plate
c. paraffin wax heater
d. towel warmer

A

towel warmer

38
Q

how often should you clean the inside of the hot-towel cabinet with a topical disinfectant

a. once per day
b. once per week
c. once every hour
d. after each client session

A

after each client session

39
Q

what should you do to the water catchment tray underneath the hot-towel cabinet’s caddy on a daily basis

a. simply wipe it down with a paper towel
b. rinse it with water and let it air dry
c. empty, clean, and disinfect it
d. discard and replace it

A

empty, clean, and disinfect it

40
Q

what is the most common magnification for magnifying lamps, measured in diopters

a. five
b. 10
c. 15
d. 20

A

five

41
Q

what is NOT a common cause of eyestrain

a. steam in the treatment room
b. improper illumination
c. distortion on the magnifying lamp
d. insufficient illumination

A

steam in the treatment room

42
Q

what is sometimes known as a “loupe”

a. tweezers
b. Wood’s Lamp
c. magnifying lamp
d. steamer

A

magnifying lamp

43
Q

when should you loosen the adjustment knobs on your magnifying lamp

a. at the start of every day
b. at the end of every day
c. never
d. whenever you move the arms

A

whenever you move the arms

44
Q

what should you AVOID using on the lens of your magnifying lamp

a. lens tissue
b. lens-cleaning fluid
c. paper products
d. soft cloth

A

paper products

45
Q

how will a thick corneum layer appear under a Wood’s Lamp

a. red bloches
b. black blotches
c. white fluorescence
d. blue fluorescence

A

white fluorescence

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