Clinical Skin Final Flashcards
What is the definition of mitosis is?
B. The process of a cell dividing into two identical daughter cells.
A neuron is (?)
C. The basic cell of the nervous system.
What makes up a bulk of the brain?
C. Cerebrum
What is the strongest bone of the face?
C. Mandible
The skeletal system does NOT __
C. Contract and move parts of the body
The bridge of the nose is formed by
A. the nasal bones
The systemic circulation is the process that describes…
A. The circulation of oxygenated blood from the heart throughout the body and back to the heart again.
What is deoxyribonucleic acid (DNA)?
B. The blueprint of genetic information.
A teenager’s acne breakout probably has its source in the?
C. Endocrine System
What function does the skin in the excretory system?
B. Eliminating Perspiration
Estheticians do NOT study anatomy in order to __?
D. Give medical advice
What is a white blood cell?
A. A cell that destroys disease-causing germs
Which of the following is a secretion produced by an endocrine gland
D. a hormone
All of the following are considered accessories to the skin EXCEPT ___?
D. Endocrine Glands
What part of the body is a large lymph node?
D. Spleen
Evangeline is working hard to create the perfect online component to her already thriving career as a top beauty pro. She is creating an engaging website where she can display her talents and work so that potential clients can evaluate her professional skills. Which of the following is Evangeline working on?
D. Her portfolio
Why should beauty professionals familiarize themselves with a multitude of compensation structures before starting their careers?
B. There are a variety of ways, employers within the beauty and wellness industry might compensate their employees.
Chair or booth rental might be perfect for individuals who
C. Wish to take a stepping stone approach to business ownership.
Why is being paid an hourly rate usually the best way for new beauty professionals to start out?
B. New beauty professionals rarely have an established clientele
Why is it important for you to report all of your income even cash tips that are not shown on your paycheck?
B. You will increase the amount of Social Security benefits you’ll receive after retirement.
What is the best way to record your tips an additional income?
B. Keep a daily log
In the beauty and wellness industry, the first step in selling is to sell___.
A. Yourself
If you are using an expensive product during a service which of the following, should you avoid doing if you’re trying to sell this product to your client?
D. Discussing the cost savings of the generic brand
Which of the following must always be your first concern as a beauty?
C. Providing good-quality service
When is the best time to think about getting your clients back into your salon spa or barber shop for their second appointment?
B. While they’re at the shop for their first appointment.
If you are an owner of a salon, spa or barbershop, which of the following is true?
C. There is no guarantee of any profits.
Which part of your business plan should include a description of how the business will run administratively?
C. Organizational plan
Which of the following is the most important question to ask yourself when creating your brand identity?
A. What is my business point of difference?
Which of the following is an essential set of benchmarks that once achieve helps you to realize your mission and your vision?
A. Goals
Why will you need to purchase insurance when you open your own
A. It protects you against malpractice suits.
Marketing is the means for?
A. Selling and promoting your business.
Which of the following is not one of the top three ways that clients find a service provider according to the professional beauty Association (PBA)?
C. Dissatisfaction with another service provider.
Which of the following is the best vehicle for others to promote you and your business via viral marketing?
B. social media
Why should a beauty professionals study and have a thorough understanding of chemistry?
A. Because every product used in beauty and wellness contains some type of chemical.
The effects of cosmetic beauty products are based on which of the following?
A. How the body reacts to chemicals.
Which of the following is true of creams, lotions, mask, and make up?
D. They contain chemicals, whether they come from natural sources or from ingredients, manufactured in a laboratory.
Everything you can touch and everything you can see is matter, except
C. Light and electricity
How many elements are known to science today?
A. 118
Of all the elements known to Science today how many naturally occur on Earth?
D. 98
Which of the following is an example of a compound molecule?
C. Common table salt.
Which of the following is true when salt is dissolved into water
B. Salt is the solute and water is the solvent.
You accidentally left the freezer door open all night and all of the ice has melted. This is a result of.
A. An endothermic reaction.
Terry experienced no harsh reactions herself to the chemicals she was using on her clients during the first six months of owning and managing her business. Since about that six month anniversary, however, she has battled continuous skin, allergies as well as difficulty breathing. Which of the following best explains this?
A. The Overexposure Principle
Harriet’s client Rafael has requested that Harriet use a solution that is neutral to his skin. Which of the following should Harriet be using on Rafael skin?
B. a pH of 5
Thomas, owner of a local beauty business, insist that there is an SDS available for every chemical used. Why is Thomas so strict about this?
C. Because it is a requirement of OSHA.
Jonathan, a licensed professional with his own business, is driving to the store to buy two dozen large bags of ice. Much of the rehabilitate of work he and his employees do for clients relies on ice, and because someone left the freezer door open all night their entire sock pile of ice is now water. Which of the following happened to the ice when it melted?
C. A physical change
You are an instructor of beauty and wellness courses at a local vocational school. Teresa, one of your students, asks you why is it so important that beauty professionals have a thorough understanding of chemistry. What do you tell her?
A. Without an understanding of basic chemistry, she will not be able to use professional products effectively and safely.
The condition that presents as redness and bumpiness in the cheeks, or upper arms is called?
B. Keratosis pilaris
What is true of seborrhea?
B. It is an abnormal secretion from the sebaceous glands
What is characteristic of the condition known as rosacea?
D. Visible vessels and skin sensitivity
What is true of telangiectasia?
B. It is characterized by visible capillaries that are commonly found on the face.
Pityriasis Versicolor is also known as
B. Tinea Versicolor
A small, flat colored spot on the skin is known as
B. Macule
The fungal condition that inhibits melanin production is called
C. Tinea Versicolor
What is a symptom of vitiligo?
C. White, irregular patches of skin that are totally lacking pigment.
The rare genetic condition that is characterized by the lack of melanin pigment in the body is known as
B. Albinism
What is true of a tan?
C. It is caused by exposure to the sun.
What characterizes tinea versicolor?
B. White, brown, or salmon-colored flaky patches from the yeast of the skin.
Hyperpigmentation is a condition that describes?
C. An overproduction of pigment
Leukoderma is a condition that is defined by?
B. The loss of pigmentation
The itchy feeling that often accompanies contact dermatitis is caused by?
A. Histamines
What characterizes eczema?
B. An inflammatory, painful itching disease of the skin
What characterizes seborrheic dermatitis?
B. Inflammation, dry or oily scaling or crusting, and/or itchiness.
What is atopic dermatitis?
D. A chronic, relapsing form of dermatitis.
Dermatitis is best defined as
A. An inflammatory skin condition
Estheticians who work with clients with dermatological conditions should
A. Not continue with a service if they are in doubt.
Estheticians can provide clients who have skin disorders help in each of the following ways EXCEPT
B. Diagnosing the medical condition for the client
Disorders of the skin are
D. Difficult to categorize
Someone who would be likely to work in conjunction with an aesthetician, in treating some one with hyperpigmentation is
A. a dermatologist
What diameter indicates melanoma?
B. At least as large as a pencil eraser
What does the border of a mole that might be cancerous look like?
C. irregular
What is a symptom of PCOS that an aesthetician can help with?
B. Acne
Sclerotherapy is used to treat __
A. Varicose Veins
What is the scientific term for a wart?
B. Verruca
Clients who are consistently unhappy with their treatment, no matter how successful, might have ____
A. body dysmorpic disorder
What is true of the esthetic use of machine technology?
B. machines can produce better results.
Who has the longest cell renewal factor?
D. Adults over 50
What type of peel would NOT typically be used by an aesthetician?
b. A peel with strong TCA concentrations
After a chemical peel, aestheticians should tell clients to avoid ___ for at least 24 hours.
B. Sun exposure
What type of treatment would a client who was a vegan likely object to?
D. A peel made with trypsin
What AHA penetrates the epidermis most effectively?
C. Glycolic acid
Microdermabrasion would be a good choice for?
C. Clients who are wrinkled
What is the most important thing to know about light therapy is?
D. The equipment should be selected based on skin type and condition to be treated.
Light therapy does not typically use what part of the spectrum?
A. Ultraviolet
What does microcurrent directly target, when used for aesthetic purposes?
B. muscles
What type of client would benefit the most from microcurrent?
C. For an older client with sagging skin
What does the term ultrasound mean?
A. Extremely high frequencies of sound
What is true of microneedling?
A. It induces collagen production
What is the significant difference between nano infusion and microneedling?
B. Nano infusion is less invasive
What should clients be instructed to do after detoxifying body treatments?
C. Drink lots of water
Reiki is a therapeutic technique that comes from ___.
B. Japan
What is the primary cause of cellulite?
D. female hormones and genetics
What do amino acids, aloe vera, Vitamin B and essential fatty acids (EFAs) potentially help with?
A. Cellulite Reduction
What is NOT a process that typically falls under the category of medical aesthetics?
C. Reflexology
Most Botox injections take place in?
D. between the eyes
What surgery might help with a patient vision?
A. Blepharoplasty
When performing an enzyme, peel an aesthetician to look out for ____
A. Very light erythema
When performing a light glycolic peel, begin with the ____.
A. Forehead
What would be unusual for the client to experience during a light glycolic peel?
A. Moderate erythema
When using crystal-free, microdermabrasion, the most common application techniques involve ____ passes.
D. Cross-hatching
