Chapter 4 Skin Disorders and Diseases Book Test

Question 1

Which is an important reason why cosmetologists should have a good understanding of skin disorders and diseases?
a. Cosmetologists need to know when they can assist the client with a skin condition and when they need to refer the client to a doctor.
b. Cosmetologists need to know about skin conditions because all skin conditions must be referred to a medical specialist.
c. Cosmetologists need to know about skin conditions so they can treat all of them correctly.
d. Cosmetologists need to know about skin conditions because they can impact how to style clients’ hair.

Answer 1

a. Cosmetologists need to know when they can assist the client with a skin condition and when they need to refer the client to a doctor.

Question 2

When cosmetologists are not sure which skin disorder a client has or whether they can address it, they should __________.
a. provide an appropriate skin care therapy
b. refer the client to a healthcare provider
c. refer the client to a cosmetologist who specializes in skin care
d. provide a list of over-the-counter preparations that could help

Answer 2

b. refer the client to a healthcare provider

Question 3

A large blister containing watery fluid is an example of a __________.
a. primary lesion
b. secondary lesion
c. tertiary lesion
d. vascular lesion

Answer 3

a. primary lesion

Question 4

Which type of lesion typically does not require medical attention?
a. tumor
b. ulcer
c. wheal
d. nodule

Answer 4

c. wheal

Question 5

Which of the following is true about secondary lesions?
a. They are different color than the surrounding skin.
b. They can be flat or raised.
c. They involve the blood and circulatory system.
d. They may require a medical referral.

Answer 5

d. They may require a medical referral.

Question 6

Which sentence describes the main difference between primary lesions and secondary lesions?
a. Primary lesions are developing, whereas secondary lesions have developed and may show more symptoms on the skin.
b. Primary lesions are developing, whereas secondary lesions involve the blood and circulatory system.
c. Primary lesions may show more symptoms on the skin, whereas secondary lesions are developing.
d. Primary lesions involve the blood and circulatory system, whereas secondary lesions are developing.

Answer 6

a. Primary lesions are developing, whereas secondary lesions have developed and may show more symptoms on the skin.

Question 7

Which of the following is true about how pigment affects the appearance of lesions?
a. Lesions appear the same no matter the pigment of the skin.
b. Lesions that are pink on light skin may appear gray on dark skin.
c. Lesions are much more noticeable on dark skin.
d. Lesions that are pink on light skin appear white on dark skin.

Answer 7

b. Lesions that are pink on light skin may appear gray on dark skin.

Question 8

Which of the following is an example of a secondary lesion?
a. macule
b. nodule
c. fissure
d. papule

Answer 8

c. fissure

Question 9

Which type of disorder occurs when a hair follicle fills with keratin and sebum and is exposed to oxygen in the environment?
a. blackheads
b. milia
c. whiteheads
d. acne

Answer 9

a. blackheads

Question 10

Which sebaceous glands condition is not considered a medical condition?
a. milia
b. telangiectasia
c. seborrheic dermatitis
d. rosacea

Answer 10

b. telangiectasia

Question 11

Your client comes to see you after spending time at the beach, where it is 100 degrees Fahrenheit. The client has an itching, burning rash on the neck. What is your advice?
a. The client should see a doctor immediately.
b. The client should apply an over-the-counter nonfatty oil lotion.
c. The client should cool down, and the rash should heal shortly.
d. The client should receive a laser treatment.

Answer 11

c. The client should cool down, and the rash should heal shortly.

Question 12

Too much sebum can contribute to __________.
a. bromhidrosis
b. malaria rubra
c. anhidrosis
d. acne

Answer 12

d. acne

Question 13

Which of the following is true about rosacea?
a. Rosacea is aggravated by eating spicy foods in some people.
b. Rosacea forms pocketlike cysts filled with keratin.
c. Rosacea can appear due to injury.
d. Rosacea leads to stubborn dandruff.

Answer 13

a. Rosacea is aggravated by eating spicy foods in some people.

Question 14

Which condition of the sudoriferous gland can be life-threatening?
a. bromhidrosis
b. anhidrosis
c. hyperhidrosis
d. miliaria rubra

Answer 14

b. anhidrosis

Question 15

Your client shows up as scheduled for a haircut, but one eye is red, inflamed, and oozing. What should you do?
a. Recommend an over-the-counter product for the eye.
b. Recommend your client see a doctor, but still perform the haircut.
c. Try to ignore the eye to be polite and still perform the haircut.
d. Recommend your client see a doctor and reschedule the haircut.

Answer 15

d. Recommend your client see a doctor and reschedule the haircut.

Question 16

Most skin infections are __________.
a. highly contagious
b. signs the body is trying to heal itself
c. not contagious
d. transmitted through mucous membranes

Answer 16

a. highly contagious

Question 17

Impetigo is characterized by __________.
a. severe itching
b. weeping lesions
c. blisters around the nose and mouth
d. red, irritated eye or eyes

Answer 17

b. weeping lesions

Question 18

Which of the following is true about bacterial skin infections?
a. They enter the body through mucous membranes.
b. They enter the body through saliva.
c. They enter the body through a break in the skin.
d. They enter the body through a sore oozing fluid.

Answer 18

c. They enter the body through a break in the skin.

Question 19

Which type of skin infection is a recurring viral infection?
a. conjunctivitis
b. impetigo
c. dermatitis
d. herpes simplex 1

Answer 19

d. herpes simplex 1

Question 20

Your client arrives at the appointment with a red, swollen spot on the skin and fever blisters. How should you proceed?
a. You should politely decline working with the client at that time a refer the client to a doctor.
b. You should take extra precautions by wearing latex globes while providing the service as scheduled.
c. You should politely decline to work on the client and recommend over-the-counter treatment options.
d. You should apply an over-the-counter treatment option and wear gloves while providing the service.

Answer 20

a. You should politely decline working with the client at that time a refer the client to a doctor.

Question 21

Which type of hypertrophy is treatable but not curable?
a. keratoma
b. chloasma
c. psoriasis
d. verruca

Answer 21

c. psoriasis

Question 22

A callous is an example of a __________.
a. skin tag
b. psoriasis
c. verruca
d. keratoma

Answer 22

d. keratoma

Question 23

Which type of hypertrophy can spread to others?
a. verruca
b. keratoma
c. skin tag
d. mole

Answer 23

a. verruca

Question 24

Which condition is a type of hypopigmentation?
a. chloasma
b. lentigines
c. melasma
d. leukoderma

Answer 24

d. leukoderma

Question 25

Which sentence best describes the difference between hyperpigmentation and hypopigmentation?
a. Hyperpigmentation is an overproduction of pigment, whereas hypopigmentation is a lack of pigment.
b. Hyperpigmentation causes albinism, whereas hypopigmentation causes freckles.
c. Hyperpigmentation is a lack of pigment, whereas hypopigmentation is an overproduction of pigment.
d. Hyperpigmentation causes vitiligo, whereas hypopigmentation causes melasma.

Answer 25

a. Hyperpigmentation is an overproduction of pigment, whereas hypopigmentation is a lack of pigment.

Question 26

Which type of pigmentation disorder occurs only during pregnancy or while taking birth control pills?
a. lentigines
b. melasma
c. stains
d. leukoderma

Answer 26

b. melasma

Question 27

Why can a predisposition to acne be hereditary?
a. People inherit the tendency to retain cells and have over productive sebaceous glands.
b. People inherit acne papules and pustules.
c. People inherit deep cysts and inflammation.
d. People inherit weakened immune systems that make them prone to acne.

Answer 27

a. People inherit the tendency to retain cells and have over productive sebaceous glands.

Question 28

Which of the following is an intrinsic factor that influences skin aging?
a. UV radiation
b. repetitive facial expressions
c. smoking
d. stress

Answer 28

b. repetitive facial expressions

Question 29

Which of the following is true about sunscreen?
a. A sunscreen may be water resistant.
b. A sunscreen’s level of protection is measured by its UPF.
c. A sunscreen may be sweat proof.
d. A single sunscreen application allows people to stay in the sun without burning all day.

Answer 29

a. A sunscreen may be water resistant.

Question 30

During which time of the day should people avoid sun exposure when possible?
a. between 7 am and 10 am
b. between 10 am and 4 pm
c. between 4 pm and 7 pm
d. between 7 pm and 10 pm

Answer 30

b. between 10 am and 4 pm

Question 31

Which type of cancer is characterized by scaly red or pink papules or nodules
a. actinic keratosis
b. basal cell carcinoma
c. squamous cell carcinoma
d. malignant melanoma

Answer 31

c. squamous cell carcinoma

Question 32

Which of these skin changes may indicate skin cancer?
a. an extreme sunburn
b. a new cluster of freckles on the face
c. a new sore on the hand that heals
d. a new lesion or discoloration on the scalp

Answer 32

d. a new lesion or discoloration on the scalp

Question 33

You are a cosmetologist who frequently applies haircolor to your clients’ hair. You notice skin inflammation on the palms of your hands. What may be the cause, and what should you do?
a. You may have come into contact with a corrosive substance and should apply lotion to the area.
b. You may have developed a form of skin cancer.
c. You may have developed actinic keratosis.
d. You may have developed an allergy to a chemical in the haircolor. You should be tested by a dermatologist.

Answer 33

d. You may have developed an allergy to a chemical in the haircolor. You should be tested by a dermatologist.

Question 34

Which is an important step for preventing contact dermatitis?
a. Use gloves or implements when working with irritation chemicals.
b. Avoid sun exposure during peak sun times.
c. Wash your hands frequently, and keep them dry.
d. Apply an exfoliation product.

Answer 34

a. Use gloves or implements when working with irritation chemicals.

Question 35

Which of the following is true about sensitization?
a. Sensitization if a form of skin cancer that should be referred to a dermatologist.
b. Sensitization is a form of allergic contact dermatitis caused by repeated exposure to a substance.
c. Sensitization is not a form of contact dermatitis.
d. Sensitization is a form of contact dermatitis that occurs when irritants damage the skin.

Answer 35

b. Sensitization is a form of allergic contact dermatitis caused by repeated exposure to a substance.

Question 36

The __________ is the largest organ and protects from harmful organisms and is the first defense against environmental assaults.
a. heart
b. skin
c. spleen
d. lungs

Answer 36

b. skin

Question 37

Acne is a skin disorder characterized by chronic inflammation of the __________ glands.
a. sudoriferous
b. sweat
c. sebaceous
d. adrenal

Answer 37

c. sebaceous

Question 38

People have __________ over the intrinsic factors that affect skin aging.
a. no control
b. considerable control
c. little control
d. total control

Answer 38

c. little control

Question 39

Many scientists and dermatologists believe that exposure to the sun is responsible for __________ percent of skin aging.
a. 50 to 55
b. 60 to 65
c. 70 to 75
d. 80 to 85

Answer 39

d. 80 to 85

Question 40

What is the most dangerous form of skin cancer, often characterized by black or dark brown patches on the skin that may appear uneven in texture, jagged, or raised?
a. basal cell carcinoma
b. malignant melanoma
c. squamous cell carcinoma
d. verruca cell

Answer 40

b. malignant melanoma