Tennessee Cosmetology State Board 1 Exam 458 Questions with Verified Answers
Which cut holds less weight, layered or graduated? - CORRECT ANSWER
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Most people have become successful through what 3 aspects? - CORRECT ANSWER Self motivation, energy, and persistance
How does extremely curly hair grow? - CORRECT ANSWER In long twisted sprials
Wet hair with normal elasticity will stretch up to what percent? - CORRECT ANSWER 50%
The technique used to free up the dominant cutting hand to cut a subsection is called: - CORRECT ANSWER transferring the comb
What are the areas of the head where the surface of the head changes called? What are the areas used for? - CORRECT ANSWER Reference points and they are used to establish design lines
A method of cutting or thinning hair where the fingers and shears glide along the edge of the hair to remove length is: - CORRECT ANSWER Slide cutting
Thinning hair to graducated lengths using a sliding movement with shear blades partially open is: - CORRECT ANSWER Slithering
The slicing technique removes bulk and adds: - CORRECT ANSWER Movement through the lengths of the hair
A version of the slicing technique that creates a visual seperation in the hair is: - CORRECT ANSWER Carving
*To remove less hair with this technique the scissors should be held more vertical
Who is required to pay unemployment insurance taxes on salary? - CORRECT ANSWER Stockholder
What face shape would soft fringe around the forehead benefit most? - CORRECT ANSWER Triangle face shape (will hide a small forehead)
Bacilli and spirilla bacteria are both motile and use slender hairlike extensions known as: - CORRECT ANSWER Flagella
How many bones are in the face? - CORRECT ANSWER 14
How many bones are in the foot? - CORRECT ANSWER 26
How many bones are in the ankle joint? - CORRECT ANSWER 3
How many bones are in the cranium? - CORRECT ANSWER 8
Define "Cocci" - CORRECT ANSWER Round shaped bacteria apears singular or in groups and rarely moves alone. It moves through air and dust rarely show active motility.
Define "Staphylococci" - CORRECT ANSWER Puss forming bacteria grows in clusters, like grapes, forms boils or absesses. It is also the most common form of bacteria.
The title 62 Chapter 4 shall be known and may be cited as the : - CORRECT ANSWER Tennessee Cosmetology Act of 1986
What does aesthetics include? - CORRECT ANSWER Massaging, cleansing, stimulating, manipulating, exercising, beautifying or similar work with hands or mechanical or electrical apparatus, or by the use of cosmetic prep, antiseptics, tonics, lotions, or creams.
What is the definition of "Board?" - CORRECT ANSWER The state board of cosmetology created by 62-4-103
What is the definition of cosmetology shop? - CORRECT ANSWER Any place of business where any person engages or offers to engage in any practice of cosmetology for a fee or other form of compensation, but does not include manicure shope or skin care.
What is natural hairstyling? - CORRECT ANSWER Techniques that result in tension on hair strands such as twisting, wrapping, weaving, extending, locking, or braiding or the hair by hand or mechnical appliances.
What is a managing cosmetologist? - CORRECT ANSWER A licensed cosmetologist who is designated by the owner of a cosmetology shop to be responsible for supervising the operation of the shop and it's employees.
What is the definition of a skin care shop? - CORRECT ANSWER Any place of business where any person performs or offers to perform exclusively aesthetics services for a fee or other form of compensation.
The practice of aesthetics or the practice of cosmetology does not include: - CORRECT ANSWER Any treatment or attempt to treat any abnormality or disease related condition of the skin, skin disease process, or aging process of the skin.
How many members will the board consist of? - CORRECT ANSWER 9
Who appoints the members of the board? - CORRECT ANSWER Governor
There shall be at least two members from each ________ __________ of the state. - CORRECT ANSWER Grand Division
5 members of the board shall be ____________ each of whom has been licensed in this state for at least ____ years. Can any of these members be an instructor? - CORRECT ANSWER 1. Cosmetologists
2. 5 years
3. Not while serving on the board
Two members of the board shall be persons at least _____ years of age. Who are not engaged in the ___________ __ ___________. What are the educational requirements of these members? - CORRECT ANSWER 1. 21 years of age
2. Occupation of cosmetology
3. One must hold a baccalaureate degree with a major in eduaction. No educational degree requirements shall apply for the second public member.
One member of the board shall be an ___________ who has held a valid instructor's license, issued by the board, for at least ____ years. What activities is this person NOT entitled to participate in? - CORRECT ANSWER 1. Instructor
2. 5 years
3. Administration of examiniations and inspections of schools
One member of the board shall be an ______ __ _ _______ licensed by the board. What activities of the board is this person NOT entitled to participate in? - CORRECT ANSWER 1. Owner of a school
2. Administration of examinations and inspection of schools
The chemical texture service that loosens overly curly hair into loose curls or waves is: - CORRECT ANSWER Curl softening
All chemical texture procedures involve changing the hair structure using: - CORRECT ANSWER Chemical and physical changes
What is the exterior hair structure layer that protects the hair from damage? - CORRECT ANSWER Cuticle
The layer of the hair that provides strength and elasticity is the: - CORRECT ANSWER Cortex
Hair bonds that cannot be broken by heat or water are: - CORRECT ANSWER Disulfide bonds
The natural pH of hair is between: - CORRECT ANSWER 4.5 and 5.5
Permanent waves cannot be performed if the hair is coated with: - CORRECT ANSWER Metallic salts
Disulfide bonds are chemical-based side bonds that are formed when: - CORRECT ANSWER Three peptide bonds are broken apart
What is the measurement used to determine the hydrogen ions in a solution? - CORRECT ANSWER Potential of hydrogen
Chemical texturizers temporarily raise the pH of the hair by lifting the cuticle layer to: - CORRECT ANSWER Allow penetration to the cortex layer
Long, coiled polypeptide chains that are part of the hairs structure are: - CORRECT ANSWER Peptide bonds
What is the measurement of the number of hairs per square inch on the head? - CORRECT ANSWER Density
An indication of the strength of the side bonds is: - CORRECT ANSWER Porosity
In permanent waving the size of the curl is determined by the: - CORRECT ANSWER Size of rod
The permanent wave rod that produces a uniform curl along the entire width of the strand is a: - CORRECT ANSWER Straight rod
A wrapping technique using two endpapers, one placed under the strand and one over is the: - CORRECT ANSWER Double-flat wrap
The technique of wrapping at a 90-degree angle or straight out from the center is: - CORRECT ANSWER Half-off base placement, it minimizes stress and tension on the hair.
What are the two basic types of wrapping hair around a perm rod? - CORRECT ANSWER Spiral method and croquignole method
A redution reaction involves either the addition of hydrogen or removal of: - CORRECT ANSWER Oxygen
A common, colorless reducing agent used in chemical texture services is: - CORRECT ANSWER Thioglycolic acid
What is the main reducing agent in alkaline permanents? - CORRECT ANSWER Ammonium thioglycolate
Most alkaline permanent waves have a pH between: - CORRECT ANSWER 9.0 and 9.6
What is the primary low pH reducing agent in acid waves? - CORRECT ANSWER Glyceryl monothioglycolate
What does an exothermic chemical reaction produce? - CORRECT ANSWER Heat
What are the 3 basic components of acid waves? - CORRECT ANSWER Permanent wave solution, activator, and neutralizer
An endothermic wave must be activated using a: - CORRECT ANSWER Outside heat source
How should the processing time be deremined in permanent waving ? - CORRECT ANSWER Strength of the solution
What is the process of rearranging extremely curly hair into a straighter or smoother form ? - CORRECT ANSWER Chemical hair relaxing
In extremely curly hair, the thinnest and weakest sections of the hair strand are located at the: - CORRECT ANSWER Twists
Thio chemical relaxers usually have a pH value above: - CORRECT ANSWER 10
What is the active ingredient in all hydroxide relaxers? - CORRECT ANSWER Hydroxide ion
Hydroxide relaxers remove one atom of sulfur from a disulfide bond converting it into a: - CORRECT ANSWER Lanthionine bond
Hydroxide ions left in the hair aftera relaxer can be neutralized using an: - CORRECT ANSWER Acid balanced shampoo
Relaxers containing one component used without any additional mixing are: - CORRECT ANSWER Metal hydroxide relaxers
Sodium hydroxide relasers (NaOH) are commonly called: - CORRECT ANSWER Lye relaxers
Lithium hydroxide relaxers and potassium hydroxide relaxers are advertised and sold as: - CORRECT ANSWER No-lye relaxers
A relaxer with two components mixed immediately prior to use is: - CORRECT ANSWER Guanidine hydroxide relaxer
Each member of the board shall have been a __________ resident of this state for a period of at least ______ years immediately preceding the date of appointment. - CORRECT ANSWER 1. Bonafide
2. 5 years
How long is the term of a board member? - CORRECT ANSWER 4 years
Before entering upon their duties, members of the board shall take and subscribe to: - CORRECT ANSWER The oath of office provided for state officers.
The board shall annually elect from its members a _______ and a ________ _______. - CORRECT ANSWER 1. Chair
2. Vice Chair
How old must you be to be an aesthetician? - CORRECT ANSWER 16 years old
How many hours must you have to receive a manicurist license? - CORRECT ANSWER 600 hours
How many hours do you need to be a natural hairstylist? - CORRECT ANSWER 300 hours
How many hours of instructor training must be attended in order to maintain an active instructor license? How often does an instructor have to submit these hours to the board? - CORRECT ANSWER 1. 16 hours
2. Every 2 years
How many instructors would be needed for 60 students? - CORRECT ANSWER 3 instructors (1 instructor per 20 students)
How many hours can a student be in attendance per day and per week? - CORRECT ANSWER 8 hours per day, 6 days per week
How many hours of instruction must a cosmetology student have before they work on the public? - CORRECT ANSWER 200 hours
A violation of this chapter of of any rules promulgated under this chapter is a: (In reference to inspection from state board) - CORRECT ANSWER Class B Misdemeanor
What does The Uniform Administrative Procedures Act govern? - CORRECT ANSWER All matters and procedures respecting the nearing and judicial review of any contested case arising under this chapter.
Define "Cosmetology" - CORRECT ANSWER The art and science of beautification and improving the skin, nails, and hair, and the study of cosmetics and their application.
Archaeological studies reveal that haircutting and hairstyling were practiced in some form as early as: - CORRECT ANSWER the Ice Age
What was the first culture to cultivate beauty in an extravagant fashion? - CORRECT ANSWER the Egyptians
What was the first recorded use of a hair-coloring agent, in 3000 B.C.? - CORRECT ANSWER Henna
The barber pole has its roots of origin in what profession? - CORRECT ANSWER Medicine, a medical procedure called bloodletting that was thought to improve the immune system.
What the pole symbolizes:
White lines: bandage - used to stop the bleeding
Red lines: blood
Blue lines: veins
In ancient Rome, hair-color was used by women to indicate: - CORRECT ANSWER Class in society
In 1938, Arnold F. Willatt developed a method of permanent waving that used waving lotion with no heat called a: - CORRECT ANSWER Cold wave
Who marketed the first nail polish in 1932? - CORRECT ANSWER Charles Revson of Revlon
To achieve a look of greater intelligence during the Renaissance, women: - CORRECT ANSWER Shaved their eyebrows and hairline
An unhealthy compulsion to do things perfectly is called: - CORRECT ANSWER Perfectionism
Define "being tactful" - CORRECT ANSWER Being straightforward but not critical
Making a list of tasks to complete form most to least important is called: - CORRECT ANSWER Prioritizing
That which propels you to do something is called: - CORRECT ANSWER Motivation
When your personal appearance and conduct are in harmony with the beauty business, you project a: - CORRECT ANSWER Professional image
The study of how a workplace can best be designed for comfort, safety, efficiency, and productivity is: - CORRECT ANSWER Ergonomics
The key to prevent repetitive motion injury is to be aware of: - CORRECT ANSWER Body posture and movements
Musculoskeletal disorders is a term used to describe: - CORRECT ANSWER Work-related repetitive injuries
Define "personal hygiene" - CORRECT ANSWER The daily maintenance of cleanliness and healthfulness through certain sanitary practices.
Listening to a client and then repeating in your own words what you think the client is telling you is known as: - CORRECT ANSWER Reflective listening
You are in a better position to do your job professionally when you: - CORRECT ANSWER Clearly understand the motives and needs of others.
What is central to a stylist's success? - CORRECT ANSWER Excellent customer service
If you experience any problems with colleagues, the best way to resolve them is to: - CORRECT ANSWER Speak with them directly and privately
The individual in the salon that has the most responsibility for how the salon is run in terms of daily maintenance, operations, and client service is the: - CORRECT ANSWER Salon manager
Define "Communication" - CORRECT ANSWER the art of effectively sharing information between two or more people
In the event that a situation is beyond your control, the key to handling your reactions is to: - CORRECT ANSWER Communicate past the issue
To be successful, it is important for your career to: - CORRECT ANSWER Participate proactively by communicating your desires and interests
What does MSDS stand for? and who cant they be obtained from? - CORRECT ANSWER Material Safety Data Sheet and are obtained from the product manufacturer
One-celled microorganisms with both plant and animal characteristics are: - CORRECT ANSWER Bacteria
In the human body, nonpathogenic bacteria help metabolize food, protect against infectious microorganisms, and: - CORRECT ANSWER stimulate the immune response
What is a small minority of bacteria that cause disease when invading plant or animal tissue? - CORRECT ANSWER pathogenic
A type of pathogenic bacteria that require living matter for growth are: - CORRECT ANSWER parasites
Pus-forming bacteria arranged in curved lines that resemble a string of beads are: - CORRECT ANSWER Streptococci
*May cause strep throat or blood poisoning
Define "Diplococci" - CORRECT ANSWER Spherical bacteria grows in paris and can cause pneumonia. Carried through blood and body fluid.
In 2000, what bacteria caused a client outbreak due to the failure of the practitioner to follow proper disinfection guidelines for whirlpool foot spas? - CORRECT ANSWER Mycobacterium fortuitum furunculosis
Lyme disease, syphilis, or sexually transmitted diseases are caused by spiral or corkscrew-shaped bacteria called: - CORRECT ANSWER Spirilla
What is a short rod shaped bacteria that moves in a whip like motion? - CORRECT ANSWER Bacilli
Bacteria generally consist of an outer wall containing a liquid called: - CORRECT ANSWER protoplasm
*Found in the cells of all living things
What are the two distinct phases of the life cycle of bacteria? - CORRECT ANSWER The active stage and inactive or spore-forming stage
The process whereby bacteria grow, reproduce, and divide into two new cells is: - CORRECT ANSWER Mitosis
*The two new cells are called daughter cells
When body tissues are invaded by pathogenic bacteria, it is a sign of: - CORRECT ANSWER Infection
*The presence of pus is also a sign of infection
An infection, indicated by a lesion containing pus, confined to a particular part of the body is a: - CORRECT ANSWER Local infection
A submicroscopic structure capable of infecting plants and animals including bacteria is a: - CORRECT ANSWER Virus
* A virus can live and reproduce only by penetrating other cells and becoming part of them
What does EPA stand for? - CORRECT ANSWER Environmental Protection Agency
*Disinfectants must have a registration number and be approved by this agency.
What does OSHA stand for and what is their job? - CORRECT ANSWER Occupational Safety and Health Administration, party of the U.S. Department of Labor that regulates the standard of dealing with blood born pathogens in our industry. As well as enforcing safety and health standards in the workplace.
Disease-causing bacteria or viruses that are carried through the body in the blood or body fluids are: - CORRECT ANSWER Bloodborne pathogens
*Transmission of these bloodborne pathogens can become possible anytime the skin barrier is broken
A skin disease caused by an infestation of head lice is: - CORRECT ANSWER Scabies
What is decontamination? and what are the three main types of decontamination? - CORRECT ANSWER The process of removing pathogens and other substances from tools and surfaces.
Main types: Sanitation, disinfection, and sterilization (SDS)
A salon implement that accidentally comes in contact with blood or body fluids should be cleaned and: - CORRECT ANSWER completely immersed in an EPA-registered disinfectant
Common, very safe, and useful types of disinfectant that contain sophisticated blends that work to disinfect implements in 10 to 15 minutes are: - CORRECT ANSWER QUATS (quaternary ammonium compounds)
Disinfectants with a high pH that can cause skin irritation or burn the skin or eyes are: - CORRECT ANSWER phenolic disinfectants
To be affective in the disinfection of implements, ethyl alcohol must be no less than: - CORRECT ANSWER 70%
Antiseptics are effective for: - CORRECT ANSWER Sterilizing equipment
A client that is infected with Hepatitis B or other bloodborne pathogens and shows no symptoms or signs of infection is: - CORRECT ANSWER Asymptomatic
What is the basic unit of all living things? - CORRECT ANSWER Cell
Cosmetology is primarily restricted to the muscles, nerves, circulatory system, and: - CORRECT ANSWER bones of the head, face, neck, arms, hands, lower legs, and feet
What is the study of the structures of the human body? - CORRECT ANSWER Anatomy
A dense active protoplasm found in the center of the cell is: - CORRECT ANSWER nucleus
The water fluid that cells needs for growth, reproduction, and self-repair is found in the: - CORRECT ANSWER Cytoplasm
The chemical process whereby cells are nourished and carry out their activities is: - CORRECT ANSWER Metabolism
The chemical process of cell nourishment has two phases, which are: - CORRECT ANSWER Anabolism and catabolism
What is a collection of similar cells that perform a specific function? - CORRECT ANSWER Tissue
A type of tissue that supports, protects, and binds together other tissues of the body is: - CORRECT ANSWER Connective tissue
Tissues that are a protective covering on the skin or the lining of the heart and glands are examples of: - CORRECT ANSWER Epithelial tissue
What are the special cells that compose nerve tissue? - CORRECT ANSWER Neurons
What is the physical foundation of the body? - CORRECT ANSWER Skeletal system
The connection between two or more bones is a: - CORRECT ANSWER Joint
What is the scientific name for the study of the anatomy, structure, and function of the bones? - CORRECT ANSWER Osteology
The ankle joint is formed by the tibia, fibula, and the: - CORRECT ANSWER Talus
The oval, bony case that protects the brain is the: - CORRECT ANSWER Cranium
The hindmost bone of the skull, below the parietal bone, which forms the back of the skull above the nape is the: - CORRECT ANSWER Occipital bone
The system of the body that covers, shapes, and supports the skeleton tissue is the: - CORRECT ANSWER Muscular system
What is the medical term used to describe the study, function, and diseases of the muscles? - CORRECT ANSWER Myology
The two bones that form the upper jaw are: - CORRECT ANSWER Maxillae bones
The two bones that form the sides and crown (top) of the cranium are the: - CORRECT ANSWER Parietal bones
The uppermost and largest hone of the arm, extending from the elbow to the shoulder, is the: - CORRECT ANSWER Humerus
*Elbow to the shoulder think funny bone "Humerus"
Muscles are fibrous tissue classifies as three types, which are: - CORRECT ANSWER Striated, nonstriated, and cardiac
Skeletal muscles attached to bone that are voluntary or controlled at will are: - CORRECT ANSWER Striated muscle
What is the part of the muscle that does not move? - CORRECT ANSWER Origin
*Pressure applied to a muscle during a massage is usually directed from the insertion to the origin.
What is the broad muscle that covers the top of the head? - CORRECT ANSWER Epicranius
The front portion of the epicranius that raises the eyebrows, draws the scalp forward, and causes wrinkles across the forehead is the: - CORRECT ANSWER Frontalis
What muscle of the neck is responsible for lowering and rotating the head? - CORRECT ANSWER Sternocleidomastoid
The ring muscle of the eye socket that enables the eyes to close is the: - CORRECT ANSWER Orbicularis oculi
A muscle covering the back of the neck and the upper and middle region of the back that rotates and controls the swinging of the arms is the: - CORRECT ANSWER Trapezius
Muscles that straighten the wrist, hand, and fingers to form a straight line are the: - CORRECT ANSWER Extensors
The muscles at the base of the fingers that draw fingers together are the: - CORRECT ANSWER Adductors
*draw together = ADDuctors
Where is the gastrocnemius muscle located? - CORRECT ANSWER Lower leg
What is the scientific study of the structure, function, and pathology of the nervous system? - CORRECT ANSWER Neurology
Every square inch of the body is supplied with fine fibers known as: - CORRECT ANSWER Nerves
*Whitish cords made up of bundles of nerve fibers held together by connective tissue [Show Less]