Milady Chapter 10: Facial Devices and Technology Exam Review Flashcards
How does dehydrated skin appear under a Wood’s Lamp?
a) light violet/purple
b) light turquoise/blue
c) deep crimson/red
d) deep emerald//green
The answer is a:
Light violet/purple
Which of the following is needed to maintain professional credibility?
a) understanding the contraindications in using machines and devices
b) operating machines and devices safely
c) the ability to explain the benefits of each machine and device
d) continued education about the latest methods in skin care
The answer is d:
Continued education about the latest methods in skin care
Sasha has a client with hypopigmentation. She discovers this by looking at the clients skin under a Wood’s lamp. How does the client’s skin appear?
a) red-purple or beige-brown
b) blue-white or yellow-green
c) orange-yellow or gray-black
d) black-red or brown-gray
The answer is b:
Blue-white or yellow-green
Mackenzie’s client asks for help with excess buildup, excess dirt, and excess oil. Which tool will Mackenzie use on her client?
a) steamer
b) rotary brush
c) galvanic current
d) electric mitts
The answer is b:
Rotary brush
How can you prevent cross-contamination when using a paraffin wax heater?
a) use a plastic sleeve
b) use an electric cooking pot
c) keep wax at a high heat level
d) use new wax for each client
The answer is a:
Use a plastic sleeve
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 clients
The answer is c:
After every client
Why should you avoid using tap water in steamers?
a) Calcium buildups in tap water necessitate extra cleaning
b) Mineral deposits in tap water five 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
The answer is c:
Calcium and mineral deposits in tap water might damage machinery
What function does the rotary brush perform?
a) aggressive extraction
b) gentle extraction
c) light exfoliation
d) heavy exfoliation
The answer is c:
Light exfoliation
What is sebum transformed into via the chemical reaction of saponification?
a) lymph
b) soap
c) oil
d) cold cream
The answer is b:
Soap
What is NOT true of sinusoidal current?
a) It is smooth, repetitive current.
b) It is an alternating current.
c) It produces heat effects.
d) Use on the scalp is contraindicated.
The answer is d:
Use on the scalp is contraindicated
What is a misting device used for facial treatments?
a) spray machine
b) vacuum machine
c) high-frequency
d) steamer
The answer is a:
Spray machine
What is a heat effect that is used for permanent hair removal?
a) saponification
b) desincrustation
c) anaphoresis
d) thermolysis
The answer is d:
Thermolysis
What is the purpose of a vacuum machine?
a) cleaning up 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
The answer is b:
Removing impurities and stimulating circulation
What type of light does a Wood’s lamp use?
a) white light
b) blue light
c) red light
d) black light
The answer is d:
Black light
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
The answer is c:
If you have doubts about whether the client can have electrotherapy
Kimberly is about to begin an electrical device on a client when she notices that the client is wearing jewelry. When should she have the client remove her jewelry?
a) when she gets 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
The answer is c:
Before beginning the procedure
Cassandra just ordered several new sets of mitts and boots for her spa. How should she clean them?
a) spray with an essential oil and store in a dry container
b) wipe with a disinfectant after each use
c) flush with distilled water
d) wipe with a solution of soap and water
The answer is b:
Wipe with a disinfectant after each use
What do electric mitts and boots do?
a) increase cell metabolism
b) help lotion penetrate
c) hydrate dry skin
d) calm the skin
The answer is b:
Help lotion penetrate
What is emulsified or liquified during desincrustation?
a) sebum and debris
b) lymph and debris
c) oil and water
d) lymph and water
The answer is a:
Sebum and debris
What is the term for the use of electronic devices for therapeutic benefits?
a) electrified therapy
b) electrolysis
c) electrotherapy
d) electronic therapy
The answer is c:
Electrotherapy
What is NOT true of galvanic current?
a) Is is a constant current
b) It is a direct current
c) It produces chemical reactions
d) It is contraindicated for the face
The answer is d:
It is contraindicated for the face
What sort of effect is generated by a high-frequency machine?
a) gentle warming
b) strong heat
c) gentle cooling
d) strong cold
The answer is b:
Strong heat
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 an electrical charge
d) atoms or molecules that cannot carry an electrical charge
The answer is c:
Atoms or molecules carrying an electrical charge
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
The answer is b:
Process of separating a substance into ions
