Multiple Choice
Identify the
choice that best completes the statement or answers the question.
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What is the primary source of skin
disorders?
a. | Neither internal nor external
factors | b. | Only external factors | c. | Only internal factors | d. | Both internal and
external factors |
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Redness and distended capillaries caused by a
weakening of the capillary walls are a condition called _________.
a. | keratosis | b. | telangiectasia | c. | erythema | d. | milia |
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Excess buildup of cells is a condition called
_________.
a. | striae | b. | keratosis | c. | melasma | d. | seborrhea |
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Erythema is a condition defined by
_________.
a. | excess hair growth | b. | visible distended capillaries | c. | UV damage to the epidermis | d. | redness caused by inflammation |
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Hyperkeratinization is defined as
_________.
a. | visible broken or distended
capillaries | b. | redness caused by
inflammation | c. | an excessive
buildup of dead skin cells | d. | an overproduction
of melanin |
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What is true of actinic keratosis?
a. | It can be precancerous. | b. | It is indicated by absence of visible pores. | c. | It is also known as telangiectasia. | d. | It is caused by hormonal imbalances. |
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Poor elasticity is _________.
a. | lines and damage from internal or external
causes | b. | UV damage to the epidermis and
dermis | c. | skin laxity from damage, sun, and
aging | d. | a mark on the skin where a wound
healed |
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A raised lesion is also known as a
_________.
a. | scar | b. | papule | c. | pustule | d. | wrinkle |
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What term is best described as a discoloration from
melanin production due to sun or other factors?
a. | Seborrhea | b. | Hyperpigmentation | c. | Keratosis | d. | Milia |
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Which of the following Fitzpatrick skin types is
MOST likely to tan and LEAST likely to burn?
a. | Type 1 | b. | Type 2 | c. | Type
3 | d. | Type 4 |
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What is a pustule?
a. | A raised lesion | b. | An infected papule with fluid inside | c. | A hardened collection of oil | d. | A sebaceous breakout |
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What accurately describes follicles in dry
skin?
a. | Difficult to visualize | b. | Moderate | c. | Large | d. | Small |
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What skin type is LEAST likely to have
blemishes?
a. | Oily | b. | Dry | c. | Normal | d. | Combination |
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Uneven skin is observed when touching _________
skin.
a. | dry | b. | normal | c. | oily | d. | combination |
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The T-zone refers to _________.
a. | the area at the top of the
thighs | b. | the center of the face | c. | the throat | d. | the area above the
trapezius muscle |
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The type of skin which generally freckles and does
not tan is _________.
a. | Fitzpatrick skin type 1 | b. | Fitzpatrick skin type 2 | c. | Fitzpatrick skin
type 6 | d. | Fitzpatrick skin type
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When treating Fitzpatrick skin types 5 and 6,
_________.
a. | the skin tends to be extremely
dry | b. | the skin tends to be thin | c. | it is difficult to determine adverse reactions | d. | the skin does not react well to deep pore
cleansing |
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What is the main extrinsic cause of
aging?
a. | Smoking | b. | Hormonal imbalance | c. | Sun
damage | d. | Medications |
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An intrinsic factor that affects the skin is
_________.
a. | genetics | b. | sun damage | c. | medications | d. | allergies to
products |
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What is healthiest habit for the skin in
relationship to sun exposure?
a. | Use sunscreen only in the summer
months. | b. | Avoid sun exposure. | c. | Seek 15 minutes of direct sunlight daily. | d. | Use tanning beds to increase melanin production before going out into the
sun. |
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What are contraindications?
a. | Factors that indicate a certain service should be
performed | b. | Factors that prohibit the use of certain
products | c. | Factors that demand the use of certain
products | d. | Factors that allow for a wide range of treatment
options |
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22.
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Who may possibly receive safe electrical
treatments?
a. | Clients with pacemakers | b. | Clients who are pregnant | c. | Clients who have
epilepsy | d. | Clients who have
allergies |
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23.
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A client may not choose to reveal _________ on an
intake form.
a. | allergies | b. | age | c. | medications | d. | treatment
history |
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What is true of consent before
treatment?
a. | Consent may be given orally. | b. | Written consent is only advisable for the first
treatment. | c. | If a client is
uncomfortable signing a legal document, consent can be waived. | d. | A client's written acknowledgement of consent is necessary and
recommended before every treatment. |
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What part of the skin is most often palpated during
a skin analysis?
a. | The eyes | b. | The neck | c. | The
T-zone | d. | The cheeks |
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