Facial Practical Exam Jan 11 Flashcards

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What are the steps for decontamination of non-critical surfaces?

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  1. Remove any debris by washing/scrubbing with soap and water
  2. Wipe with BioText
  3. For tables wipe ate beginning of day and keep covered
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What are the steps for decontamination of the intermediate disinfection?

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  1. Remove any debris by washing/scrubbing with soap and water, pat dry
  2. Spray with PREempt RTU, allow 5 wet min contact
  3. Wipe dry
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What are the steps for decontamination of high-level disinfection?

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  1. Remove any debris by washing/scrubbing with soap and water, pat dry
  2. Soak for 20 mins, completely submerged in PREempt CS20
  3. Lift tray to remove, rinse, and dry
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4
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How quickly do bacteria multiply?

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Double every 20 minutes at room temperature

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5
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Define cleaning

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Mechanical process using soap and water or detergent and water to remove all visible dirt, debris, and germs

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6
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Disinfectants DO NOT WORK unless _____

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Unless you clean first

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7
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Define cross contamination

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Transfer of bacteria from one item or surface to another

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8
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Why is hand hygiene important?

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It is the single most effective way to prevent to spread of disease and infection

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9
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What is an antiseptic?

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A topical used on cuts or abrasions

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10
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List the 11 steps to a facial

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  1. Review client chart
  2. Cleanse
  3. Analysis
  4. Exfoliation
  5. Steam/Hot towel
  6. Extractions
  7. Facial wax
  8. Antiseptic
  9. Massage
  10. Mask
  11. Protective cream
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11
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How do you properly extract a pustule?

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Lancets are for the removal of milia or pustules. Extractions you must put pressure on skin surrounding follicular wall.

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12
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What are 6 properties of exfoliation?

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  1. Softer, smoother, and brighter complexion
  2. Improves ability to retain moisture and lipids
  3. Cell turnover rate, blood flow, and circulation are increased
  4. Follicle openings are cleaner
  5. Product penetration is improved
  6. Makeup application is smoother are more even
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13
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What are 2 forms of exfoliation?

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Mechanical - jojoba beads, beeswax

Chemical - papaya, pumpkin

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14
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What are 2 forms of masks?

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  1. Non setting - sheet, gel, cream

2. Setting - clay, alginate

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15
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What are 3 signs of improper homecare?

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  1. Breakouts
  2. Dehydration
  3. Hypersensitive
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16
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List 5 factors that play a key role in premature aging?

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  1. Sun exposure
  2. Smoking
  3. Drinking
  4. Stress
  5. Unhealthy diet
17
Q

How do you portray confidence and positive energy to your client?

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  • pleasing tone
  • emotional stability
  • sensitivity
  • values and goals
  • receptivity
  • communication skills
18
Q

List 3 steps that will help you stay on point when meeting and greeting your clients

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  1. Be polite, friendly, and inviting
  2. Be consistent by always having a positive attitude and using their name
  3. Introduce clients to people they may have interactions with while in the spa
19
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List 5 questions you would ask your client to help determine her skin type or condition

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  1. What are your concerns for your skin?
  2. Do you smoke?
  3. Do you get an oily film? At what time of day?
  4. Does your skin ever feel tight?
  5. How much water do you drink?
20
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List 5 contraindications to AHA’s

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  1. Hypersensitive skin
  2. Infected skin
  3. Sunburn
  4. Sun tanning
  5. Skin treated with accurate, retin-a, renova, or benzoyl peroxide
21
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List 5 skin types or conditions that would benefit from AHA’s

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  1. Fine lines and wrinkles
  2. Oily prone skin
  3. Acne scars
  4. Dry and dehydrated skin
  5. Pigmentation problems
22
Q

Why is it so important to recommend homecare to your client after treatment?

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80% of results in a skin care program are determined by daily, year round homecare.

23
Q

List 3 steps to successful retailing

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  1. Provide product education
  2. Present precise instructions
  3. Practise professional follow-up
24
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What are the main goals when treating each skin type?

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  1. Dehydrated skin - restore skin hydration and prevent water loss
  2. Oily skin - reduce the overactivity of the oil glands, promote healthy oil-water balance, keep pores clean
  3. Acne skin - reduce overactivity of the oil glands, promote healthy oil-water balance, keep pores clean, inhibit acne causing bacteria and inflammation
  4. Sensitive skin - smooth, calm, reduce inflammation, heal and help restore skins barrier function
  5. Hyperpigmentation - reduce heat and inflammation, lighteners and brighteners to reduce pigmented areas
  6. Mature skin - increase collagen, restore, rejuvenate, and protect
25
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List 5 life skills that will help you be a more productive and well rounded person

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  1. Being helpful and caring
  2. Making good friends
  3. Feeling good about yourself
  4. Having a sense of humour
  5. Being consistent in your work
26
Q

List 4 non-verbal actions that send a negative message

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  1. Avoiding eye contact
  2. Not smiling
  3. Crossing your arms
  4. Tapping your foot
27
Q

List 5 professional image characteristics

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  1. Specialized knowledge
  2. Confident
  3. Ethical
  4. Organized
  5. Professional appearance
28
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List 6 contraindications to facial massage

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  1. Contagious disease
  2. Inflamed acne
  3. Sunburn, windburn
  4. Sensitive skin
  5. Open lesions, cuts, sores, abrasions
  6. Skin disorders
29
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List 6 benefits to facial massage

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  1. Relaxes the client
  2. Stimulates blood and lymph
  3. Helps muscle tone
  4. Helps slough off dead skin cells
  5. Helps product absorption
  6. Provides a sense of well being
30
Q

If professional products cost more upfront compared to over the counter, how is it possible that they are more affordable over time?

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They are concentrated, not “watered down” so less needs to be used which makes them last longer