Chapter 8-skin disorders and diseases

Question 1

Many scientists and dermatologists believe that extrinsic factors such as exposure to the sun or smoking are responsible for up to __________ percent of skin aging

A.50
B.60
C.75
D.85

Answer 1

85

Question 2

It is recommended that you wear a broad-spectrum sunscreen with an SPF of at least __________ on a daily basis.

A.5
B.8
C.15
D.30

Answer 2

15

Question 3

A ___________ is an abnormal, rounded, solid lump above, within, or under the skin that is larger than a papule

A.tubercle
B.mole
C.macula
D.bulla

Answer 3

Tubercle

Question 4

Which of these terms refers to thin, dry, or oily plates of epidermal flakes

A.fissures
B.keloids
C.pustules
D.scales

Answer 4

Scales

Question 5

Benign, keratin-filled cysts that appear just under the epidermis and have no visible openings are ____________

A.milia
B.ulcers
C.crust
D.pustules

Answer 5

Mills

Question 6

An open comedo is also known as a ________

A. Mole
B.birthmark
C.blackhead
D.whitehead

Answer 6

Blackhead

Question 7

Which of these is an inflammatory, uncomfortable, and often chronic disease of the skin, characterized by moderate to severe inflammation, scaling and sometimes severe itching?

A.eczema
B.acne
C.psoriasis
D.herpes simplex

Answer 7

Eczema

Question 8

A _____________ is an abnormal brown- or wine colored skin discoloration with a circular or irregular shape

A.mole
B.stain
C.chloasma
D.lentigo

Answer 8

Stain

Question 9

The absence of melanin pigment in the body and skin sensitivity to light are signs of ___________.

A.nevus
B.lentignes
C.asteaosis
D.albinism

Answer 9

Albinism

Question 10

What is the most dangerous form of skin cancer, offer 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 10

Malignant melanoma

Question 11

A cosmetologist must not serve a client who is suffering from an inflamed skin disorder,regardless of whether it is infectious, unless the client ____________

A.needs a facial quickly for an important event such as a wedding
B.declares that he or she is practicing doctor-prescribed home care
C.has a physician’s note permitting the client to receive services
D.signs a waiver clearing the cosmetologist and the salon of liability

Answer 11

Has a physican’s note permitting the client to receive services

Question 12

A skin condition caused by an inflammation of the sebaceous glands that is often characterized by redness, dry or oily scaling, crusting and or itchiness is __________.

A.contact dermatitis
B.irritant contact dermatitis
C. Allergic contact dermatitis
D. Seborrheic dermatitis

Answer 12

Seborrheic dermatitis

Question 13

The term ___________ refers to abnormal colorations that accompany skin disorders and are symptoms of many systemic disorders

A.anhidrosis
B.bromhidrosis
C.dyschromias
D.conjunctivitis

Answer 13

Dyschromias

Question 14

A(n) _________ is a type of keratoma

A.callus
B.keloid
C.lesion
D.excoriation

Answer 14

Callus

Question 15

Acne is a skin disorder characterized by chronic inflammation of the __________ glands

A.sudoriferous
B.sebaceous
C.sweat
D.adrenaline

Answer 15

Sebaceous

Question 16

A predisposition to acne is based on hereditary and ________

A.diet
B.age
C.use of noncomedogenic makeup
D.hormones

Answer 16

Hormones

Question 17

Noncomedogenic products are specifically designed and proven not to clog the _________

A.bullas
B.dyschromias
C.follicles
D.sebaceous glands

Answer 17

Follicles

Question 18

People have ___________ over the intrinsic factors that affect skin aging

A.no control
B.little control
C.considerable control
D.total control

Answer 18

Little control

Question 19

The best defense against pollutants is to __________.

A.wear sunscreen whenever you are outside
B.avoid touching your face with your hands
C.follow a good daily skin care routine
D.wear long sleeved clothing when you are outside

Answer 19

Follow a good daily skin care routine

Question 20

Irritant contact dermatitis occurs when irritating substances temporary damage the ______

A.dermis
B.epidermis
C.papillary layer
D.hair follicles

Answer 20

Epidermis

Question 21

A pustule is a raised, inflamed papule with a white or yellow center containing ____________ in top of the lesion

A. Water
B.blood
C.lymph
D.pus

Answer 21

Pus

Question 22

A _________ is a large, protruding pocket-like lesion filled with sebum

A.closed comedo
B.sebaceous cyst
C.bulla
D.millaria rubra

Answer 22

Sebaceous cyst

Question 23

A flat spot or discoloration on the skin, also known as a “liver” spot, is a _______________.

A.macula
B.Leukoderma
C.milia
D.scale

Answer 23

Macule

Question 24

Foil-smelling perspiration, usually noticeable in the armpits or on the feet, that is generally caused by bacteria is __________.

A.hyperhidrosis
B.millaria rubra
C.anhidrosis
D.bromhidrosis

Answer 24

Bromhidrosis

Question 25

A ___________ is a slightly raised mark on the skin formed after an injury or lesion of the skin has healed A.mole B.scar C.scale D.stain

Answer 25

Scar

Question 26

A contagious bacterial skin infection characterized by weeping lesions is ____________. A.impetigo B.conjunctivitis C.eczema D.herpes simplex

Answer 26

Impetigo

Question 27

A _________ is an itchy, swollen lesion that less only a few hours A.wheal B.vesicle C.verruca D.tubercle

Answer 27

Wheal

Question 28

A(n) ______________ is a crack in the skin that penetrates the dermis. A.ulcer B.fissure C.excoriation D.crust

Answer 28

Fissure

Question 29

A small blister or sac containing clear fluid, lying within or just beneath the epidermis is a _____________. A.tubercle B.tumor C.vesicle D.crust

Answer 29

Vesicle

Question 30

A large blister containing a watery fluid that is similar to a vesicle is ____________ A.a tubercule B. A macule C.a cyst D. A bulla

Answer 30

A bulla

Question 31

In the ABCDE cancer checklist established by the American cancer society, what does the C stand for? A.crust B.color C.caliber D.circumference

Answer 31

Color

Question 32

When bacteria cannot survive in the presence of oxygen, it is known as __________ A.anaerobic B.anesthetic C.hyperkinetic D.aerobic

Answer 32

Anaerobic

Question 33

UVA rays, also known as ___________, are deep penetrating rays that can even go through a glass window A.enhancing rays B.tanning rays C.aging rays D.burning rays

Answer 33

Aging rays

Question 34

An allergic reaction created by repeated exposure to a chemical or a substance is known as ______________ A.contact irritation B.sensitization C.non contact irritation D. Irritant contact dermatitis

Answer 34

Sensitization

Question 35

An acute inflammatory disorder of the sweat glands, characterized by the eruption of small, red vesicles and accompanied by burning, itching skin is ______________ A.hyperhidrosis B.millaria rubra C.anhidrosis D.bromhidrosia

Answer 35

Millaria rubra