Test 1 Flashcards

1
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Which bacteria are transmitted in the air, in dust, or within the substance in which they settle?

A

Cocci

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2
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The scalp muscle responsible for drawing the scalp forward is the:

A

frontalis

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3
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Unique protein structures within the cortex are responsible for the color and _____ of hair.

A

elasticity

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4
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Which of the following conditions is an autoimmune disorder?

A

alopecia areata

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5
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Good posture:

A

conveys an image of confidence

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6
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A reaction due to extreme sensitivity to certain foods, chemicals, or other normally harmless substances is a(n):

A

allergy

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7
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Which term refers to an abnormal condition of all or part of the body that makes it incapable of carrying on normal function?

A

disease

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8
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In class, when something is not clear, you should:

A

ask for clarification

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9
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The ability to deliver truthful, even sometimes critical or difficult, messages in a kind way is known as:

A

diplomacy

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10
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The process in which cells reproduce and divide into two identical cells is called:

A

mitosis

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11
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The average hair density is about how many hairs per square inch?

A

2,200

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12
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The ability of the body to recognize, destroy, and resist infection is:

A

immunity

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13
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Hepatitis is a bloodborne virus that can damage which part of the body?

A

liver

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14
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Pus-forming bacteria that grow in clusters and can cause abscesses, pustules, and boils are:

A

staphylococci

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15
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When using social media, you should:

A

When using social media, you should:

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16
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There are approximately how many pints of blood in the human body?

A

8 to 10

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17
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Vellus hair almost never has a:

A

medulla

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18
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Most of the total weight of hair comes from which layer of the hair?

A

cortex

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19
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The two parts of a mature strand of human hair are:

A

hair root and hair shaft

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20
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Which of the following does NOT demonstrate that you are an ethical person?

A

sharing client information

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21
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When performing the weekly cleaning of a foot spa, how long should you leave the disinfectant in the basin?

A

overnight

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22
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Which nerve of the lower leg and feet is also called the anterior tibial nerve?

A

deep peroneal nerve

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23
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Which condition is characterized by dry, sulfur-yellow, cuplike crusts on the scalp?

A

tinea favosa

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24
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The bone of the cranium that forms the back of the skull above the nape is the:

A

occipital bone

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25
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It is recommended that you invest in a(n) _____ as part of your standard work attire

A

apron or smock

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26
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The portion of the central nervous system that originates in the brain and extends down the lower trunk is the:

A

spinal cord

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27
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Hair that has the largest diameter and usually requires more processing time is:

A

coarse

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28
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The ability of the hair to absorb moisture is called hair:

A

porosity

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29
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For proper client protection, linens and cloth materials should be:

A

used once and properly laundered

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30
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What are the two steps of infection control?

A

cleaning and then disinfecting

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31
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The watery fluid that the nucleus needs for growth, reproduction, and self-repair is:

A

cytoplasm

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32
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All of the following conditions may be affected by reproductive hormones EXCEPT:

A

changes in hair texture

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33
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To effectively manage time, it is important to learn to

A

prioritize your tasks

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34
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When working with older clients, as a general rule you should:

A

keep the topics of conversation professional

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35
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Oily hair and scalp can be caused by:

A

improper shampooing

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36
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The largest and strongest bone of the face is the:

A

mandible

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37
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In massage, pressure on a muscle is directed from:

A

the insertion to the origin

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38
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People with dry hair and scalp should:

A

use products containing emollients

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39
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You should wash your hands thoroughly:

A

before and after every service

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40
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Which of the following is NOT one of the practical steps for effectively communicating in the workplace?

A

React instead of responding

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41
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Which of the following is NOT one of the three bones that composes the ankle joint?

A

femur

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42
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The dense, active protoplasm found in the center of the cell is the:

A

nucleus

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43
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The medulla is composed of _____ cells.

A

round

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44
Q

Which of these is a ringworm fungus of the foot?

A

tinea pedis

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45
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Which muscle separates the toes?

A

abductor digiti minimi

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46
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The final phase in the hair cycle, lasting until the fully grown hair is shed, is the _____ phase.

A

telogen

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47
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Which term refers to the effectiveness with which a disinfecting solution kills germs when used according to the label instructions?

A

efficacy

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48
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The portion of the hair that projects above the skin is the:

A

hair shaft

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49
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Which layer of hair provides a barrier that protects the inner structure of hair?

A

hair cuticle

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50
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If a client notices that you have bad breath, he or she is most likely to:

A

say nothing and simply not return to the salon

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51
Q

Which of these is NOT one of the action steps for success?

A

Merge your personal and work lives.

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52
Q

Acquired immunity is NOT obtained through:

A

inheritance

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53
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OSHA defines ___ as “specialized clothing or equipment worn by an employee for protection against a hazard.”

A

PPEs

54
Q

Which of these is an example of a short-term goal?

A

to complete a cosmetology course

55
Q

How long should your mission statement be?

A

one or two sentences

56
Q

Before use, all concentrated disinfectants must be:

A

diluted

57
Q

All of the following are examples of single-use items EXCEPT:

A

shears

58
Q

The technical term used to describe gray hair is:

A

canities

59
Q

The client intake form is NOT also known as a:

A

service record card

60
Q

Organisms that grow, feed, and find shelter on or in another organism are called

A

parasites

61
Q

Which question should you ask when analyzing a client’s hair?

A

What at-home products do you use?

62
Q

Disulfide bonds account for about _____ of the hair’s overall strength.

A

one-third

63
Q

Hydroxide chemical hair relaxers break disulfide bonds and convert them to:

A

lanthionine bonds

64
Q

The _____ nerve is the sensory-motor nerve that, with its branches, supplies the thumb side of the arm and back of the hand.

A

radial

65
Q

The two bones that form the sides and top of the cranium are the:

A

parietal bones

66
Q

When receiving services at a cosmetology school, the client may be asked to sign a _____, indicating that he or she is aware that the service is being provided by a student.

A

release statement

67
Q

What is the basic unit of all living things from bacteria to animals and plants?

A

cells

68
Q

Human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) is the virus that causes:

A

AIDS

69
Q

A fungicidal disinfectant is capable of destroying:

A

fungi

70
Q

The _____ nervous system carries impulses or messages to the central nervous system.

A

peripheral

71
Q

One-celled microorganisms with plant and animal characteristics are called:

A

bacteria

72
Q

When a parasite called a mite burrows under the skin, the result is:

A

scabies

73
Q

The measurement of the individual hair strands on 1 square inch of the scalp is hair:

A

density

74
Q

A(n) _____ establishes the purpose and values by which an individual or institution lives and works.

A

mission statement

75
Q

Which form of hepatitis is the most difficult to kill on a salon surface?

A

hepatitis B

76
Q

Polypeptide chains are cross-linked like the rungs on a ladder by _____ different types of side bonds.

A

three

77
Q

Throughout the day, you should do all of the following EXCEPT:

A

smoke in a designated smoking area

78
Q

How many additional services should you suggest during the 10-step consultation method?

A

at least two

79
Q

The _____ nerve affects the muscles of the chin, lower lip, and external ear.

A

mandibular

80
Q

Three bad habits that prevent peak personal performance are procrastination, perfectionism, and:

A

lack of a game plan

81
Q

How many hair growth treatments have been approved by the FDA for sale in the United States?

A

two

82
Q

The term _____ is defined as a chemical process for reducing the number of disease-causing germs on cleaned surfaces to a safe level.

A

sanitizing

83
Q

Which type of alopecia describes temporary hair loss at the end of a pregnancy?

A

postpartum alopecia

84
Q

The skull is divided into two parts: the cranium, which protects the brain, and the:

A

facial skeleton

85
Q

Peptide bonds are also known as:

A

end bonds

86
Q

The CDC guidelines that require the employer and employee to assume that all human blood and body fluids are potentially infectious are currently called the:

A

Standard Precautions

87
Q

A collection of similar cells that perform a particular function is called:

A

tissue

88
Q

When giving a manicure, you should:

A

have the client extend his or her hand across the table to you

89
Q

The process of bacteria dividing into two cells is called:

A

binary fission

90
Q

The form required from manufacturers that lists handling, disposal, and first-aid information for a product is known as a(n):

A

Safety Data Sheet

91
Q

The _____ glands secrete sebum

A

sebaceous

92
Q

A technical term for fat is:

A

adipose tissue

93
Q

When using disinfectants, you should NOT:

A

submerge implements using your bare hands

94
Q

What is the colorless, jelly-like substance found inside cells?

A

protoplasm

95
Q

Pheomelanin provides hair colors ranging from:

A

red to blond

96
Q

The clear fluid that helps carry wastes and impurities away from the cells before it is rerouted back to the circulatory system is called:

A

lymph

97
Q

Which body system covers, shapes, and holds the skeletal system in place?

A

muscular system

98
Q

The _____ bones form the bridge of the nose.

A

nasal

99
Q

Which type of tissue supports, protects, and binds together parts of the body?

A

connective tissue

100
Q

When working at a salon, you will be expected to have a(n) _____ hairstyle.

A

up-to-date

101
Q

What is the science of designing the workplace and its equipment and tools to make specific body movements more comfortable, efficient, and safe?

A

ergonomics

102
Q

Generally, only which type of hair contains a medulla?

A

thick, coarse hair

103
Q

What should you do if you find yourself at odds with a coworker?

A

Seek help from someone you respect

104
Q

To enhance your creativity, you should do all of the following EXCEPT:

A

embrace criticism

105
Q

To be _____ means to be compassionate and responsive to other people.

A

sensitive

106
Q

If your natural voice is harsh, you should:

A

speak more softly

107
Q

Hair follicles are distributed all over the body, with the exception of the:

A

palms of hands and soles of feet

108
Q

Putting off until tomorrow what you can do today is called:

A

procrastination

109
Q

Items that can be used again, even after exposure to bodily fluids, are called:

A

multiuse

110
Q

All of the following are examples of fungi EXCEPT:

A

lice

111
Q

The presence of which of the following is a sign of a bacterial infection?

A

pus

112
Q

How a person _____ is often the first clue to determining if he or she has what it takes to do the job.

A

looks

113
Q

Muscles that straighten the wrist, hand, and fingers to form a straight line are the:

A

extensors

114
Q

The muscle of the neck that lowers and rotates the head is the:

A

sternocleidomastoideus

115
Q

Chemical germicides that are formulated for use on skin and are registered and regulated by the FDA are called:

A

antiseptics

116
Q

The cortex of the hair has a fibrous protein core formed by _____ cells.

A

elongated

117
Q

With the exception of the teeth, the hardest tissue in the body is:

A

bone

118
Q

Being well groomed begins with:

A

looking and smelling fresh

119
Q

The bone that forms the forehead is the:

A

frontal bone

120
Q

The skin and sweat glands are part of which body system?

A

integumentary

121
Q

Which question should you ask when determining how the client feels about the manageability of his or her hair?

A

How would you rate the manageability of your hair on a scale of 1 to 10, where 1 is poor and 10 is excellent?

122
Q

The light, spongy bone between the eye sockets is called the:

A

ethmoid bone

123
Q

Which type of foot spa does NOT circulate water?

A

non-whirlpool foot basin

124
Q

What is the ultimate goal when you encounter a client who is dissatisfied?

A

to make the client happy

125
Q

The five major elements in skin and hair are referred to as the _____ elements.

A

COHNS

126
Q

When communicating with your coworkers, you should do all of the following EXCEPT:

A

discuss your personal life

127
Q

Which term refers to the process of caring for parts of the body and maintaining an overall polished look?

A

personal grooming

128
Q

Pus contains _____, bacteria, and dead cells.

A

white blood cells

129
Q

The spherical bacteria that cause diseases such as pneumonia are:

A

diplococci

130
Q

Hair is approximately 90 percent:

A

protein