Microbe is another term for? - ANSWER-bacteria
What is the lowest level of decontamination and infection control? - ANSWER-sanitation
When washing
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An Incident Report would contain which type of information? - ANSWER-route of exposure, circumstances surrounding the event of exposure, source of exposure
A burn that injures the muscle and bones is considered a ____ degree burn. - ANSWER-fourth
Which type of hepatitis is the most difficult to kill on a surface? - ANSWER-type B
When is it acceptable to put product that has been removed with a spatula back into the jar? - ANSWER-Never
Bacteria multiply best in places that are? - ANSWER-Warm
Scabies is caused by? - ANSWER-animal parasite
The ______ cranial nerve is the chief motor nerve of the face. - ANSWER-seventh
The human body has how many bones? - ANSWER-206
The cervical nerves originate at the? - ANSWER-spinal cord
Which of these is a function of the skeletal system? - ANSWER-provides the shape and form for the body, protects the internal organs, blood production
Nonstriated muscles are also knows as what kind of muscles? - ANSWER-involuntary, visceral, smooth
How many muscles are in your face? - ANSWER-30
Massaging the _____ nerve affects the skin of the lower eyelid, side of the nose, upper lip, and mouth. - ANSWER-infraoribtal
What is a function of the blood? - ANSWER-help equalize the body's temperature
The average brain weighs about? - ANSWER-46 pounds
Oxygen is? - ANSWER-colorless, odorless & tasteless
what is the lightest element known? - ANSWER-hydrogen
What has neither a definite size nor a definite shape? - ANSWER-Gas
The skin's protective barrier agains certain forms of bacteria and microorganisms is called the? - ANSWER-acid mantle
When free radicals cause an oxidation reaction they also? - ANSWER-produce a new free radical
soaps are? - ANSWER-highly alkaline
solutions are usually? - ANSWER-transparent
If a substance is hydrophilic, it is considered? - ANSWER-water loving
One advantage of O/W emulsions is that they? - ANSWER-are easily rinsed away with water
water-in-oil emulsions usually contain? - ANSWER-a smaller amount of water and a greater amount of oil
The early Hebrews used myrrh in powder form to? - ANSWER-repel fleas
Which culture determined a person's beauty by how or she looked when naked? - ANSWER-The Greeks
Your career options as an esthetician include? - ANSWER-day spa esthetician, salon manager and makeup artist
The grooming rituals of the early Hebrew were based on the principle that? - ANSWER-their bodies were gifts to be cared for
What does a state licensing inspector do? - ANSWER-inspect salons to ensure state rules and regulation are being followed
Modesty was greatly valued during which era? - ANSWER-The Victorian age
You are most likely to see the word aesthetician used in which environment? - ANSWER-medical setting
Which civilization is believed to have been the first to cultivate beauty in an extravagent fashion? - ANSWER-Egyptians
A common purpose for seeking camouflage therapy is to? - ANSWER-disguise the effects of an accident
What practice was common during the Renaissance? - ANSWER-shaving or tweezing the eyebrows and hairline
_____ is one of the mediums commonly used with lasers. - ANSWER-gas
Faradic currents should be used no longer than? - ANSWER-15-20 minutes
A cathode is usually marked with this symbol - ANSWER-- (negative symbol)
Microcurrent works by mimicking the way? - ANSWER-the brain relays messages to the muscles
Which type of UV ray penetrates directly into the dermis and damages collagen and fibrils? - ANSWER-UVA
Which of these is a counter indication for electrotherapy? - ANSWER-epilepsy, diabetes, dilated capillaties
The process of forcing acidic substances into deeper tissues using galvanic current is called? - ANSWER-cataphoresis
Sinusoidal current is generally used on which parts of the body? - ANSWER-face and scalp
Folacin is also knows as - ANSWER-Folic acid
Fiber is made of a carbohydrate called? - ANSWER-cellulose
What is the number one cause of daytime fatigue? - ANSWER-lack of water
Increasing your fiber intake helps to improve? - ANSWER-digestion
A poorly balanced diet can lead to? - ANSWER-skin disorders, fatigue, some diseases
Which vitamin helps to diminish spider veins? - ANSWER-vitamin k
Rickets is believed to result from a deficiency of? - ANSWER-vitamin D
The best way to lose weight is to? - ANSWER-exercise and adopt a healthy diet
In general, you should consume the equivalent of how much sodium each day? - ANSWER-a little less than a teaspoon
If you are going to be outdoors, you should? - ANSWER-wear a moisturizer with SPF 30 protection, try to avoid exposure between 10 am and 3 pm, apply sunscreen liberally after swimming or sweating heavily
Estrogen used in hormone replacement therapy can come from? - ANSWER-plants or animals
The process of removing dead surface skin cells is called? - ANSWER-exfoliating
Excessive intake of alcohol does what to your body? - ANSWER-dilates the blood vessels
The primary cause of wrinkles is the damage and loss of? - ANSWER-elastin
Collagen is produces by? - ANSWER-Fibroblasts
What are appendages of the skin? - ANSWER-hair, nails, sweat glands, and oil glands
Each inch of skin contains about how many nerve endings? - ANSWER-1,300
The uppermost layer of the epidermis is the? - ANSWER-Stratum corneum
Sensory nerve fibers are most abundant in the? - ANSWER-Fingertips
Which type of hair responds best to laser treatments? - ANSWER-dark, coarse hair
What is the thread used in threading made of? - ANSWER-100% cotton
Electronic tweezer work by _____ the papilla - ANSWER-dehydrating
Hard waxes are available in? - ANSWER-blocks, disks,pellets, or beads
What is the "falling out" stage of hair growth? - ANSWER-catagen
The thick, club-shaped structure that forms the lower part of the hair root is the? - ANSWER-hair bulb
A woman growing hair on her chest is an example of? - ANSWER-hypertrichosis
What is the purpose of applying a prep solution to an area that is going to be waxed? - ANSWER-to clean and sanitize the skin
What is azulene? - ANSWER-an after-wax soothing product
It's important to remember that wax may stick if the skin is: - ANSWER-either too dry or too cold
A nodule is an example of a? - ANSWER-a primary lesion
Recognizing skin diseases and disorders is important for the protection of - ANSWER-both the technician and the client
Which of these is a common symptom of irritant contact dermatitis? - ANSWER-redness, swelling and scaling
Hyperhidrosis can be caused by: - ANSWER-heat, genetics or body weakness
Vascular lesions are? - ANSWER-tertiary lesions
Sebaceous hyperplasia lesions are? - ANSWER-are benign lesions frequently seen in oilier areas of the face
Excessive _____ in food are excreted through pores and irritate them. - ANSWER-iodides
What is the most common form of skin cancer? - ANSWER-basal cell carcinoma
How does stress affect acne? - ANSWER-stress can cause or worsen acne breakouts
What happens the first time a person is exposed to a new allergen? - ANSWER-no allergic reaction
What is a characteristic of alpha lipoic acid? - ANSWER-it is found in every cell in the body
Dimethicone is an example of a - ANSWER-silicone
A type of humectant? - ANSWER-seaweed
Soap is not recommended as a cleanser because it: - ANSWER-can leave a film on the skin
Cleansing cream is used primarily to? - ANSWER-dissolve makeup and dirt
The main type of surfactants used in skin cleansing products are? - ANSWER-detergents
When choosing a product line, it's important to? - ANSWER-consider the quality of the ingredients
The removal of dead epidermal cells is called: - ANSWER-exfoliation
Cleansers should be used _____ as the first step in a skin care routine. - ANSWER-twice a day
Which type of toner usually has the lowest alcohol content? - ANSWER-fresheners
Which UV rays are mainly absorbed by the ozone layer? - ANSWER-UVC
Clients with pacemakers or heart irregularities should avoid: - ANSWER-electric treatment
The T-zone is the area made up of: - ANSWER-the forehead, nose, and chin
For a condition such as hyperpigmentation, visible results: - ANSWER-can take weeks or months to appear
Oily skin: - ANSWER-is prone to blemishes
Compared to UVA rays, UVB rays: - ANSWER-are stronger
Which of these is a common skin condition seen by estheticians today? - ANSWER-adult acne, actinic aging from sun damage, and problems from hormonal fluctuations.
From the center of the face, if you can see the pore size change from medium to larger just outside the T-zone on the cheeks next to the nose, this is a _____ skin type. - ANSWER-combination
Which type of product works best for combination skin? - ANSWER-water-based
What has an intrinsic effect on the skin? - ANSWER-vitamin deficiency
What is the most noticeable symptom of telangiectasis? - ANSWER-redness
Sagging skin is a sign of? - ANSWER-poor elasticity
Sunburns and skin cancers are primarily caused by? - ANSWER-UVB
A person with keratosis has? - ANSWER-a rough patch of skin
What is the second step in the skin analysis process? - ANSWER-cleansing the skin
Solar comedones are large blackheads found where? - ANSWER-around the eyes
Which food is a natural source of antioxidants? - ANSWER-berries [Show Less]