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Chapter 13: Advanced Treatments Flashcards

1
Q 
All of the following are contraindications for performing an advanced treatment EXCEPT:
A) sunburn
B) fungal infections
C) emotional distress
D) high blood pressure
A

C) emotional distress

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2
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Which of the following hand and foot treatment products are used to hydrate, calm, and soothe the skin?

A

Mask

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3
Q

Which of the following hand and foot treatment products soften skin by removing deal skin cells?

A

Exfoliant

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4
Q

The exfoliation treatment in which a layer of créme is applied to the skin, allowed to dry and then rubbed away is called:

A

Gomage

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5
Q

What two principles give wraps the ability to create temporary tightness?

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Absorption and compaction

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6
Q

Prior to a body wrap, the bandages may be soaked in:

A

Aromatherapy toning solution

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7
Q

Which of the following cellulite wrap products is used to wrap the body and increase product penetration and treatment results?

A

Cellophane

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8
Q

The method of water therapy in which the client is sprayed with water, seawater, or mineral water infused with herbs or essential oils is called:

A

Affusion therapy

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9
Q

Superficial or light chemical peels affect:

A

Only the epidermis

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10
Q

Which of the following treatments offers a light resurfacing of the epidermis?

A

Microdermabrasion

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11
Q 
The degree of exfoliation during microdermabrasion depends on all of the following EXCEPT: 
A) level of crystal spray
B) time of day performed
C) number of passes over the skin
D) number of treatments performed
A

B) time of day performed

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12
Q

How many microdermabrasion treatments are required to achieve noticeable improvement?

A

6 to 12

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13
Q 
Which of the following treatments requires a patient to be anesthetized? 
A) reflexology
B) dermabrasion
C) microdermabrasion
D) aluminum oxide crystals
A

B) dermabrasion

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14
Q

If the client’s skin is noticeably pink after the first pass of the microdermabrasion machine over the face, the Esthetician should:

A

Not perform a second pass

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15
Q

For what length of time should the Esthetician advise the client to avoid saunas and steam following a microdermabrasion treatment?

A

24 to 48 hours

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16
Q

Which of the following is a technique that uses pressure on specific points of the feet, hands, and ears to influence certain body conditions?

A

Reflexology

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17
Q

Which of the following fluids is responsible for delivering nutrients to cells and carrying away cellular waste before it becomes toxic to the body?

A

Lymph

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18
Q

Which of the following treatments uses a gentle pumping technique to help eliminate toxins, waste, and excess water from the face and body?

A

Manual lymphatic drainage massage (MLD)

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19
Q

The treatment that increases circulation, promoting the removal of excess fluids and waste material as well as firming the muscle tissue is known as:

A

Cellulite massage treatments

20
Q

Which of the following refers to the medicinal use of plants?

A

Phytotherapy

21
Q

Chemicals such as alkaloids and glycosides that give plants their healing properties are called:

A

Active ingredients

22
Q

Which of the following natural substances relives pain either by relaxing muscles or reducing pain signals to the brain?

A

Analgesic

23
Q

The natural substance that is responsible for killing a wide range of harmful bacteria, fungi, and viruses is called a(n):

A

Antimicrobial

24
Q

The natural substance that prevents bacterial growth on the skin with external application is called a(n):

A

Antiseptic

25
Q

Which of the following provides a constricting, drying effect and helps contract tissue and reduce secretions?

A

Astringent

26
Q

The natural substance that increases blood flow at the surface of the skin is called a(n):

A

Circulatory stimulant

27
Q

Which of the following natural substances softens, soothes, and protects the skin?

A

Emollient

28
Q

Extractions that require soaking an herb in alcohol to extract the active ingredients from the plant are known as:

A

Tinctures

29
Q

A thick créme or salve made from the combination of herbs and petroleum is called a(n):

A

Ointment

30
Q

Which of the following is created by steeping an herb in boiling water?

A

Infusion

31
Q

Soaking a clean towel in the liquid from both an infusion and decoction and applying it to a specific area of the body is known as:

A

Formentation

32
Q

Which of the following is the controlled us of essential oils?

A

Aromatherapy

33
Q

The category of fragrance that is the easiest to identify is:

A

Floral

34
Q

Which of the following is the largest category of fragrance?

A

Floral bouquet

35
Q 
All of the following are scents in the fruit blend category EXCEPT: 
A) Apple
B) melon
C) almond
D) pomegranate
A

C) almond

36
Q

Which of the following categories of fragrance represents concoctions from several different scents?

A

Modern blend

37
Q

Which of the following categories of oils helps to destroy bacteria and heal skin eruptions?

A

Antiseptic oils

38
Q

Which of the following types of oils reduce inflammation and soothe swollen muscles?

A

Anti-inflammatory oils

39
Q

Oils that promote cells to regenerate so the skin can repair itself are called:

A

Healing oils

40
Q

Which of the following types of oils are responsible for softening dry or flaky skin?

A

Moisturizing oils

41
Q

Which of the following is the most common method for obtaining essential oils?

A

Steam distillation

42
Q

A common method for obtaining essential oils that involves squeezing out an ingredient’s fragrant oil is known as:

A

Expression

43
Q

Which of the following methods for obtaining essential oils uses a chemical solvent to leach the aromatic component from an ingredient?

A

Extraction

44
Q

The essential oil that is often used in treating acne is called:

A

Tea tree

45
Q

Which of the following essential oils can be used in therapies aimed at treating sore muscles?

A

Sandalwood

Esthetics, Salon Fundamentals, Exam Prep (14 decks)

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