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SATURDAY EST. CH.5

Multiple Choice
Identify the choice that best completes the statement or answers the question.
 

 1. 

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
 

 2. 

Redness and distended capillaries caused by a weakening of the capillary walls are a condition called _________.
a.
keratosis
b.
telangiectasia
c.
erythema
d.
milia
 

 3. 

Excess oil production that causes redness, flakiness, and irritation is a condition known as _________.
a.
erythema
b.
hypertrichosis
c.
seborrhea
d.
hyperkeratinization
 

 4. 

Excess buildup of cells is a condition called _________.
a.
striae
b.
keratosis
c.
melasma
d.
seborrhea
 

 5. 

Whiteheads are a condition also known as _________.
a.
closed comedones
b.
open comedones
c.
cysts
d.
pustules
 

 6. 

Sun damage is a condition defined by _________.
a.
distended capillaries from weakening of the capillary walls
b.
UV damage to the epidermis and dermis
c.
acne breakouts from hormonal changes or other factors
d.
excess oil production that causes redness and flaking
 

 7. 

Solar comedones are _________.
a.
whiteheads that are blocked and do not have follicular openings
b.
large blackheads, usually around the eyes, due to sun exposure
c.
hardened, pearl-like masses of oil and dead skin cells
d.
rough areas on the skin resulting from sun exposure
 

 8. 

Which of the following has an internal effect on the skin?
a.
Photosensitivity to the sun
b.
Lack of exercise
c.
Environmental exposure to pollutants
d.
Misuse of products
 

 9. 

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
 

 10. 

What are open comedones?
a.
Whiteheads that are blocked and do not have follicular openings
b.
Blackheads caused by a buildup of debris, oil, and dead skin cells
c.
Rough areas on the skin resulting from sun exposure
d.
Hardened, pearl-like masses of oil and dead skin cells
 

 11. 

What is a result of albinism?
a.
Seborrhea
b.
Hypopigmentation
c.
Keratosis
d.
Hyperpigmentation
 

 12. 

A T-zone is _________.
a.
a classification that describes a person's genetic skin attributes
b.
a scale used to measure the skin type's ability to tolerate sun exposure
c.
the center area of the face corresponding to the T shape
d.
a discoloration from melanin production due to sun or other factors
 

 13. 

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.
 

 14. 

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
 

 15. 

A raised lesion is also known as a _________.
a.
scar
b.
papule
c.
pustule
d.
wrinkle
 

 16. 

What is a primary cause of an external effect on the skin?
a.
Misuse of products
b.
Vitamin deficiencies
c.
Lack of exercise
d.
Free radicals
 

 17. 

What scale is used to measure the skin type's ability to tolerate sun exposure?
a.
The Fitzpatrick scale
b.
Erythema scale
c.
The T-Zone scale
d.
The Photosensitivity scale
 

 18. 

Which of the following Fitzpatrick skin types burns MOST readily?
a.
Type 1
b.
Type 2
c.
Type 3
d.
Type 4
 

 19. 

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
 

 20. 

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
 

 21. 

Milia are _________.
a.
infected papules with fluid inside
b.
raised lesions that are also called blemishes
c.
hardened collections of oil and dead skin cells
d.
large open comedones around the eyes
 

 22. 

Before performing any service, estheticians must have a full awareness of _________.
a.
the client's skin type
b.
the client's exercise regimen
c.
the client's diet
d.
the client's ethnicity
 

 23. 

What is true of an esthetician's analysis of skin?
a.
It is only optional.
b.
It should make the esthetician aware of services that might harm the client.
c.
It should not be holistic.
d.
It should avoid discussion of a client's habits.
 

 24. 

The skin type that has a small follicle size is _________.
a.
oily
b.
dry
c.
normal
d.
combination
 

 25. 

What accurately describes follicles in dry skin?
a.
Difficult to visualize
b.
Moderate
c.
Large
d.
Small
 

 26. 

Skin type is first determined by observing _________.
a.
the arms
b.
the back of the leg
c.
the T-zone
d.
the neck
 

 27. 

Differences in the T-zone from other areas of the face are characteristic of _________ skin.
a.
oily
b.
dry
c.
normal
d.
combination
 

 28. 

What skin type has an appearance that lacks luminosity?
a.
Oily
b.
Dry
c.
Normal
d.
Combination
 

 29. 

What skin type is LEAST likely to have blemishes?
a.
Oily
b.
Dry
c.
Normal
d.
Combination
 

 30. 

The two skin types which have similar levels of hydration are _________.
a.
oily and normal
b.
oily and combination
c.
normal and dry
d.
combination and dry
 

 31. 

Uneven skin is observed when touching _________ skin.
a.
dry
b.
normal
c.
oily
d.
combination
 

 32. 

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
 

 33. 

Estheticians examine the skin through a form of touch called _________.
a.
combination
b.
visualization
c.
palpation
d.
Fitzpatrick measuring
 

 34. 

People with the darkest skin are Fitzpatrick skin type _________.
a.
0
b.
1
c.
6
d.
8
 

 35. 

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 8
 

 36. 

What number on the Fitzpatrick skin type scale corresponds with people of Spanish, Greek, and Italian heritage?
a.
1
b.
2
c.
3
d.
6
 

 37. 

Which Fitzpatrick type has the MOST tolerance to UV light?
a.
Fitzpatrick skin type 1
b.
Fitzpatrick skin type 2
c.
Fitzpatrick skin type 6
d.
Fitzpatrick skin type 8
 

 38. 

All of the following are characteristic of sensitive skin EXCEPT _________.
a.
fragility
b.
darker skin
c.
thinness
d.
redness
 

 39. 

What is a characteristic of telangiectasia?
a.
Scarring
b.
Rashes
c.
Broken capillaries
d.
Open sores
 

 40. 

What should sensitive skin be treated with?
a.
Nonirritating products
b.
Heat
c.
Extractions
d.
Exfoliation
 

 41. 

The type of skin that is often sensitive and shows redness is _________.
a.
Fitzpatrick skin type 1
b.
Fitzpatrick skin type 4
c.
Fitzpatrick skin type 6
d.
multicultural skin
 

 42. 

What is a primary characteristic of Fitzpatrick type 4 skin?
a.
It is thinner than Fitzpatrick skin types 1 and 2.
b.
It is more oily than Fitzpatrick skin type 5 or 6.
c.
It is more sensitive than Fitzpatrick skin types 1 or 2.
d.
It is more elastic than Fitzpatrick skin types 1 and 2.
 

 43. 

What is true of Fitzpatrick skin types 5 and 6?
a.
It does not need sun protection.
b.
It requires more exfoliation.
c.
It doesn't need as much deep pore cleansing.
d.
It has lower reactivity than lower Fitzpatrick skin types.
 

 44. 

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
 

 45. 

The décolleté is located _________.
a.
at the lower neck and chest
b.
under the chest
c.
on the chin and upper neck
d.
at the back of the neck
 

 46. 

How does the skin of the décolleté compare to that of the face?
a.
The skin of the décolleté has more sebaceous glands.
b.
The skin of the décolleté shows aging more quickly.
c.
The skin of the décolleté shows aging less quickly.
d.
The skin of the décolleté has more sudoriferous glands.
 

 47. 

What has caused a condition that modern topical treatments of the décolleté have developed to treat?
a.
Rhinovirus
b.
Stem cell treatments
c.
Cell phone use
d.
Gluten allergies
 

 48. 

What is the main extrinsic cause of aging?
a.
Smoking
b.
Hormonal imbalance
c.
Sun damage
d.
Medications
 

 49. 

An intrinsic factor that affects the skin is _________.
a.
genetics
b.
sun damage
c.
medications
d.
allergies to products
 

 50. 

What is true of photosensitivity?
a.
It is a genetic condition that results in the inability to tan.
b.
It is a condition that results from taking certain medication.
c.
It is a psychological condition related to body dysmorphia.
d.
It is a condition that particularly affects people with Fitzpatrick skin types 5 and 6.
 

 51. 

One example of something which has an extrinsic effect on the skin is _________.
a.
dehydration
b.
free radicals
c.
air quality
d.
puberty
 

 52. 

The medical condition that demonstrates an external, rather than an internal effect on the skin is _________.
a.
diabetes
b.
immune disorders
c.
cancer
d.
photosensitivity
 

 53. 

Over a woman's lifetime, _________.
a.
hormonal changes will change her skin in various ways throughout her life
b.
hormonal changes will not have an intrinsic effect on the skin
c.
hormonal changes will increase and become more unpredictable over time
d.
hormonal changes will be the most significant only if the woman becomes pregnant
 

 54. 

The kind of diet that is best for the skin is _________.
a.
paleo
b.
gluten-free
c.
balanced
d.
pescatarian
 

 55. 

One daily habit that is beneficial for the skin is _________.
a.
drinking plenty of water
b.
drinking alcohol in moderation
c.
smoking
d.
drinking caffeinated beverages
 

 56. 

Who will likely have the MOST healthy skin?
a.
Someone who does not smoke
b.
Someone who does not sleep too much
c.
Someone who does not exercise
d.
Someone who does not use too much sunscreen
 

 57. 

At least how long must the use of isotretinoin be completed before skin treatment?
a.
Two weeks
b.
Six weeks
c.
Six months
d.
One year
 

 58. 

What treatment is contraindicated for clients with pacemakers?
a.
Facials
b.
Electrical treatments
c.
Waxing
d.
Exfoliation
 

 59. 

What is contraindicated by skin-thinning medications such as Differin and Renova?
a.
Massage
b.
Moisturizers
c.
Waxing
d.
All treatments
 

 60. 

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
 

 61. 

A client may not choose to reveal _________ on an intake form.
a.
allergies
b.
age
c.
medications
d.
treatment history
 

 62. 

What form releases the esthetician from liability resulting from treatment?
a.
Intake form
b.
Client chart
c.
Consent form
d.
Consultation card
 

 63. 

Where is history of an esthetician's treatments of a client recorded?
a.
Client chart
b.
Consent form
c.
Consultation card
d.
Intake form
 

 64. 

All of the following are other names for the intake form EXCEPT _________.
a.
client questionnaire
b.
health history form
c.
service record card
d.
consultation card
 

 65. 

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.
 

 66. 

Where are recommendations for home care skin products are typically found?
a.
Intake form
b.
Service record card
c.
Consent form
d.
Consultation card
 

 67. 

The most important reason for a client consultation is _________.
a.
to determine the appropriate treatment for the client
b.
to obtain legal consent
c.
to earn the client's trust
d.
to determine the client's skin type
 

 68. 

What is contraindicated for a client who is taking oral steroids?
a.
Massage
b.
Waxing
c.
Products with salicylic acid
d.
Treatments that require a grounding pad
 

 69. 

What is true of a client who has diabetes?
a.
Waxing is contraindicated.
b.
Exfoliation is contraindicated.
c.
They might not realize a treatment is hurting them.
d.
They may never receive electrical treatments.
 

 70. 

How are fungi, bacterial disorders, and deeper levels of pigmentation observed?
a.
Through palpation
b.
In the consultation
c.
During exfoliation
d.
With a Wood's lamp
 

 71. 

When performing a skin analysis, the first step is always _________.
a.
washing hands
b.
consulting the client's health history questionnaire
c.
looking at a client's skin
d.
cleansing the client's skin
 

 72. 

What step immediately follows cleansing a client's skin of makeup?
a.
Examining the skin with a Wood's lamp
b.
Touching the skin of the face
c.
Covering the client's eyes with eye pads
d.
Applying toner
 

 73. 

An esthetician should ask about a client's lifestyle and describe any observations about the skin's appearance _________.
a.
after examining the skin with a magnifying lamp and before determining skin type
b.
before putting on eye pads and after touching the skin
c.
after applying toner and before touching the skin
d.
before applying toner and after touching the skin
 

 74. 

The last step in a skin analysis is _________.
a.
recording observations in the client's chart
b.
applying sunscreen
c.
discussing a home care regimen
d.
applying toner
 

 75. 

When performing a skin analysis, a client's normal state of dryness might not be visible _________.
a.
under a magnifying light
b.
after cleansing
c.
in the T-zone
d.
outside of the T-zone
 



 
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