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SATURDAY EST. CH. 10

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

 1. 
What is true of the use of facial devices and technology?
a.
It should be limited to master estheticians.
b.
It is necessary to provide effective treatments.
c.
It provides optimal outcomes more readily.
d.
It should be considered a luxury.
 

 2. 
How should estheticians relate to emerging new technologies?
a.
They should wait to see which become popular before learning about them.
b.
They should educate themselves about their use and effectiveness.
c.
They should strictly adhere to the technologies they were trained in.
d.
They should always use the newest technology available.
 

 3. 
What is a likely result from an esthetician's investment in high-quality machines?
a.
There will be a return on that investment.
b.
There will be no measurable effect on the business aspect of an esthetician's practice.
c.
The technology will be better for the client but may put an undue strain on the budget of an esthetician.
d.
It will likely limit the number of clients an esthetician will have but will allow the esthetician to charge more for each service.
 

 4. 
What is the use of electrical devices for therapeutic benefits called?
a.
Multifunctional therapy
b.
Techno therapy
c.
Electrotherapy
d.
Modality therapy
 

 5. 
A client who would likely benefit the most from electrotherapy would be _________.
a.
a wealthy pregnant client who demands the latest technology
b.
a client with braces who has received the gift of a facial for her seventeenth birthday
c.
an elderly male client with a pacemaker who is allergic to aromatherapy products
d.
a retired woman who has spent her entire life in a tropical climate
 

 6. 
An example of someone who should NOT receive electrotherapy is _________.
a.
a pregnant client
b.
an elderly client
c.
a young client
d.
a client with piercings
 

 7. 
The type of skin that contraindicates electrotherapy is _________.
a.
oily skin
b.
dry skin
c.
broken skin
d.
aging skin
 

 8. 
Electrotherapy should never be used on a client who has _________.
a.
epilepsy
b.
diabetes
c.
cancer
d.
hypertension
 

 9. 
Approximately how long are most electrotherapy machines are used during a facial treatment?
a.
1–5 minutes
b.
5–10 minutes
c.
10–15 minutes
d.
15–20 minutes
 

 10. 
Hot cabbies are used to heat _________.
a.
products in plastic bottles
b.
waxes
c.
blankets
d.
towels
 

 11. 
What is true of UV lamps in towel warmers?
a.
They are not effective for disinfection.
b.
They are the most efficient way to disinfect towels.
c.
They do not have any effect at reducing bacteria.
d.
They are considered an industry standard and should always be used.
 

 12. 
Besides their soothing effect, what do hot towels help with?
a.
Treating rosacea
b.
Treating extremely sensitive skin
c.
Softening the skin before extractions
d.
Reducing swelling around open wounds
 

 13. 
The temperature of a hot towel should be tested _________.
a.
on the esthetician's wrist
b.
on the client's wrist
c.
with a thermometer
d.
on the esthetician's face
 

 14. 
Esthetician's are protected from bloodborne illness by the use of _________.
a.
hot cabbies
b.
gloves
c.
UV lamps
d.
esthetic wipes
 

 15. 
Hot towels are the most effective in _________.
a.
the removal of facial masks
b.
microdermabrasion
c.
advanced peels
d.
advanced exfoliation
 

 16. 
The device also known as a loupe is _________.
a.
a towel warmer
b.
a waxer
c.
a magnifying lamp
d.
a facial mask
 

 17. 
What does a diopter measure?
a.
Magnification
b.
Heat
c.
Brightness
d.
Length
 

 18. 
What magnification is the equivalent of 5 diopters?
a.
5´ magnification
b.
10´ magnification
c.
50´ magnification
d.
100´ magnification
 

 19. 
The magnifying lamp should be used _________.
a.
during extractions
b.
as part of the disinfecting process
c.
during facial massage
d.
as part of the elimination of fungi
 

 20. 
The most common part of the magnifying lamp to wear out over time is _________.
a.
the power cord
b.
the adjustment arm
c.
the lens
d.
the adjustment knobs
 

 21. 
What is the standard for a magnifying lamp used by most estheticians?
a.
2 diopters
b.
5 diopters
c.
10 diopters
d.
50 diopters
 

 22. 
When buying a magnifying lamp, an esthetician might have second thoughts about purchasing _________.
a.
a lamp with a magnification of more than 3 diopters
b.
a lamp that could not be mounted to a trolley
c.
a lamp with a lens that distorts the image around the edges
d.
a lamp that uses a fluorescent light bulb
 

 23. 
The light source in a Wood's light comes from _________.
a.
a cool fluorescent light
b.
a UV light
c.
an LED light
d.
a filtered black light
 

 24. 
What skin would appear to be blue-white under a Wood's lamp?
a.
Healthy
b.
Sun damaged
c.
Acne-prone
d.
Dehydrated
 

 25. 
How does oily skin appear under a Wood's lamp?
a.
Purple
b.
Blue-white
c.
Orange
d.
Brown
 

 26. 
The main purpose of a rotary brush is _________.
a.
light exfoliation
b.
extraction
c.
magnification
d.
deep cleansing
 

 27. 
A rotary brush would likely be used when treating _________.
a.
a client with couperose
b.
a client who did not want a peel
c.
a client who had inflamed skin
d.
a client with acne
 

 28. 
The rotary brush should be used on in each area of the face _________.
a.
only one pass
b.
up to 3 passes
c.
3–5 passes
d.
5–6 passes
 

 29. 
Always refill a steamer with _________.
a.
distilled water
b.
mineral water
c.
tap water
d.
carbonated water
 

 30. 
What treatment requires clients to remove jewelry?
a.
Galvanic machine
b.
Wood's lamp
c.
Steamer
d.
Spray machine
 

 31. 
The part of the steamer that takes the longest to cool is _________.
a.
the glass jar
b.
the steamer's arm
c.
the nozzle
d.
the aromatherapy ring
 

 32. 
What should the glass jar on a steamer be cleaned with?
a.
Vinegar
b.
Ammonia
c.
Bleach
d.
Essential oils
 

 33. 
What machine is designed to stimulate the skin and remove impurities?
a.
Magnifying lamp
b.
Steamer
c.
Vacuum machine
d.
Rotary brush
 

 34. 
What client would benefit the most from a vacuum machine?
a.
A client with sluggish circulation
b.
A client with rosacea
c.
A client with couperose skin
d.
A client with inflamed skin
 

 35. 
When using a vacuum machine, it is usually enough to make _________.
a.
only one pass
b.
up to 3 passes
c.
3–5 passes
d.
5–6 passes
 

 36. 
Chemical desincrustation and ionic iontophoresis is created by a _________.
a.
galvanic machine
b.
rotary brush
c.
Wood's lamp
d.
vacuum machine
 

 37. 
Never use a galvanic machine with a client who has _________.
a.
cancer
b.
high blood pressure
c.
sluggish skin
d.
oily skin
 

 38. 
Electrodes in a galvanic machine must be handled _________.
a.
only by the esthetician
b.
only by the client
c.
both by the esthetician and the client
d.
only when the machine is turned off
 

 39. 
A client's mouth might have a metallic taste after treatment with a _________.
a.
galvanic machine
b.
Wood's lamp
c.
high frequency machine
d.
suction machine
 

 40. 
A high frequency machine _________.
a.
will increase product absorption
b.
may create the sensation of an electric shock
c.
may leave a metallic taste in the mouth
d.
may be louder than other machines
 

 41. 
Extensive acne and problematic skin would benefit the most from _________.
a.
a rake
b.
a spiral
c.
a large mushroom
d.
a small mushroom
 

 42. 
What is generally treated with a comb electrode?
a.
The scalp
b.
Acne
c.
Sallow skin
d.
Lesions
 

 43. 
The machine that connects directly to the vacuum machine is the _________.
a.
high frequency machine
b.
spray machine
c.
galvanic machine
d.
rotary brush
 

 44. 
The spray machine should not be used on a client with _________.
a.
high blood pressure
b.
dry skin
c.
respiratory issues
d.
braces
 

 45. 
How often should mineral buildup in the sprayer should be cleaned?
a.
After every use
b.
Daily
c.
Weekly
d.
Monthly
 

 46. 
In order to prevent cross contamination, what is necessary for paraffin wax heaters?
a.
They should allow for the direct immersion of a client's hand.
b.
They should allow for the direct immersion of a client's foot.
c.
They should not allow for the immersion of a client's hand or foot.
d.
They should be disposable.
 

 47. 
A paraffin mask is used for _________.
a.
preparing the skin for a peel
b.
hydrating dry skin
c.
exfoliation
d.
hair removal
 

 48. 
What is true of the effects of a warm paraffin mask?
a.
The effects are immediate, but not long lasting
b.
The effects are immediate and long lasting
c.
The effects are neither immediate nor long lasting.
d.
The effects are long lasting, but not immediate.
 

 49. 
Electric mitts and boots perform the important function of _________.
a.
exfoliation
b.
helping with product absorption
c.
sanitizing
d.
fungicide
 

 50. 
Electric boots should be warmed before use for about _________.
a.
5 minutes
b.
10 minutes
c.
15 minutes
d.
20 minutes
 

 51. 
Electric mitts and boots should be used in conjunction with _________.
a.
plastic liners
b.
gauze
c.
paraffin wax
d.
a disposable brush
 

 52. 
What is true of all-in-one machines?
a.
They are recommended for beginning estheticians only.
b.
They may be more costly in the long run.
c.
They are exclusively designed for master estheticians.
d.
They are a standard purchase for all estheticians.
 

 53. 
What should estheticians know about manufacturer's claims about their products?
a.
They are often accurate.
b.
They are always exaggerated.
c.
They are legally binding.
d.
They should be checked by researching clinical studies.
 

 54. 
What should an esthetician know before purchasing a new machine?
a.
A machine rarely includes the training required to operate it.
b.
Most machines for estheticians have excellent warranties.
c.
The purchase of a quality machine will involve extensive research.
d.
A new machine will generally pay for itself.
 

 55. 
The best investment for an esthetician who is starting out would be _________.
a.
a magnifying lamp that has a 10 diopter magnification
b.
a good skin scope
c.
a reliable steamer
d.
a rotary brush with ultrasonic technology
 



 
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