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622 EST Final Ver C

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

 1. 

What is the circulatory system?
a.
The system consisting of the brain, spinal cord, spinal nerves, and cranial nerves
b.
The system that covers, shapes, and supports the skeleton tissue
c.
The system that controls involuntary and voluntary muscle movement
d.
The system that controls the steady movement of blood through the body
 

 2. 

The system in the human body which controls and coordinates all other systems is the _________.
a.
respiratory system
b.
nervous system
c.
circulatory system
d.
muscular system
 

 3. 

The skeletal system does NOT _________.
a.
protect internal structures and organs
b.
provide shape and support to the body
c.
contract and move parts of the body
d.
produce blood cells for the body
 

 4. 

Neurons are made up of _________.
a.
muscles
b.
nerves
c.
epithelial tissue
d.
connective tissue
 

 5. 

Estheticians do NOT study anatomy in order to _________.
a.
understand how the human body functions as an integrated whole
b.
be able to recognize changes in the skin over time
c.
understand the effects services have on the body
d.
give medical advice
 

 6. 

What type of tissue stores energy?
a.
Epithelial tissue
b.
Adipose tissue
c.
Nerve tissue
d.
Muscle tissue
 

 7. 

Where are the most fragile bones in the face?
a.
Jaw
b.
Eye socket
c.
Nose
d.
Cheeks
 

 8. 

The layer of the epidermis that contains cells filled with keratin that resemble little grains is the _________.
a.
stratum corneum
b.
stratum germinativum
c.
stratum lucidum
d.
stratum granulosum
 

 9. 

The nail structure is partially composed of _________.
a.
pores
b.
the granular layer
c.
follicles
d.
the hyponychium
 

 10. 

What part of the body comprises the five sections known as the stratum corneum, stratum lucidum, stratum granulosum, stratum spinosum, and stratum germinativum?
a.
Dermis
b.
Integumentary system
c.
Central nervous system
d.
Epidermis
 

 11. 

The small, cone-shaped structures at the bottom of hair follicles are called _________.
a.
collagen
b.
elastin
c.
dermal papilla
d.
hair papilla
 

 12. 

The cell that produces skin pigment granules in the basal layer is called _________.
a.
a keratinocyte
b.
a melanocyte
c.
melanin
d.
a melanosome
 

 13. 

What term does not refer to an esthetician who specializes in the beauty and health of skin?
a.
Specialist
b.
Histologist
c.
Technician
d.
Skin therapist
 

 14. 

Damage to what function of the skin causes skin dehydration?
a.
Heat regulation function of skin
b.
Barrier function of skin
c.
Sensation function of skin
d.
Absorption function of skin
 

 15. 

What is true of all hair on the human body?
a.
It can be seen with the naked eye.
b.
It is an appendage of the skin.
c.
It has nerve endings.
d.
It has sensation.
 

 16. 

Sarah is feeling hot and her forehead is sweaty, which is a result of her _________.
a.
eccrine glands
b.
apocrine glands
c.
endocrine glands
d.
sebaceous glands
 

 17. 

Which condition can be contagious?
a.
Keratosis pilaris
b.
Tinea versicolor
c.
Skin tag
d.
Verruca
 

 18. 

The largest external cause of pigmentation disorders is _________.
a.
a diet low in protein
b.
a diet high in fat
c.
smoking
d.
sun exposure
 

 19. 

A small, flat colored spot on the skin is known as _________.
a.
lentigo
b.
a macule
c.
a nevus
d.
fissure
 

 20. 

Which of the following is an example of macules?
a.
White patches
b.
Lentigines
c.
Freckles
d.
Birthmarks
 

 21. 

What is true of a tan?
a.
It can result from a type of hormonal hyperpigmentation disorder caused by pregnancy.
b.
It is a malformation of the skin from dilated capillaries.
c.
It is caused by exposure to the sun.
d.
It is a skin condition caused by actinic bronzing.
 

 22. 

What characterizes tinea versicolor?
a.
White irregular patches of skin that are totally lacking pigment
b.
White, brown, or salmon-colored flaky patches from the yeast of the skin
c.
Clusters of small blisters or crusty lesions filled with bacteria
d.
Inflammation, dry or oily scaling or crusting, and/or itchiness
 

 23. 

Allergic contact dermatitis is most frequently caused by _________ dye.
a.
green
b.
yellow
c.
blue
d.
red
 

 24. 

The itchy feeling that often accompanies contact dermatitis is caused by _________.
a.
histamines
b.
eczema
c.
psoriasis
d.
keratosis
 

 25. 

Estheticians who work with clients with a dermatological condition should _________.
a.
not continue with a service if they are in doubt
b.
never let their clients know if they are unsure how to treat them
c.
post an anonymous picture of a client's condition on social media in order to get advice from the community of estheticians
d.
never discuss a potentially embarrassing skin condition with clients
 

 26. 

Melanoma's color is usually _________.
a.
lighter than the rest of the skin tone
b.
bright red
c.
pink
d.
dark
 

 27. 

Someone with rosacea should _________.
a.
avoid caffeine
b.
go out in the sun often
c.
spend time in a steam room
d.
avoid high frequency treatments
 

 28. 

Pathogenic bacteria ______.
a.
help the body break down food
b.
cause disease or infection
c.
positively stimulate the immune system
d.
keep the body healthy
 

 29. 

Which of the following is NOT true of staphylococci?
a.
Most strains make us very ill.
b.
They are among the most common forms of bacteria.
c.
They are routinely found in our environment.
d.
They can be picked up on doorknobs or through skin-to-skin contact.
 

 30. 

The first step in infection control is ______.
a.
cleaning
b.
disinfecting
c.
sterilization
d.
elimination
 

 31. 

When a surface is properly cleaned, the number of contaminants on the surface is ______.
a.
unchanged
b.
slightly reduced
c.
greatly reduced
d.
zero
 

 32. 

The second step of infection control is ______.
a.
cleaning
b.
disinfecting
c.
sterilization
d.
elimination
 

 33. 

Often, clients who are just getting sick can be contagious without showing any signs of infection. These clients are considered ______.
a.
sanitized
b.
antiseptic
c.
precautious
d.
asymptomatic
 

 34. 

OSHA defines PPEs as ______.
a.
specialized clothing or equipment worn by an employee for protection against a hazard
b.
guidelines that require the employee to assume that any human blood is potentially infectious
c.
precautions that include proper hand washing and wearing of gloves around certain chemicals
d.
items that should be cleaned and disinfected using any of the EPA-registered disinfectants
 

 35. 

Which of the following is TRUE of how a beauty professional's appearance, clothing, and other attire should look?
a.
Clothing should be loose and baggy.
b.
Long hair can be worn loose and free.
c.
Necklaces and other jewelry can be long and dangly.
d.
Watches should be waterproof and shock absorbent.
 

 36. 

Abigail has been instructed by her manager to use the PPEs he has purchased and stored in the backroom whenever possible and appropriate. As a new beauty pro, Abigail is not sure what a PPE is. When she walks into the backroom, which of the following should she have in order to show her manager she is following his instructions?
a.
a bottle of disinfectant
b.
a pair of non-latex gloves
c.
a sharps container
d.
hand sanitizer
 

 37. 

Walter is your coworker, and is a bit confused as to what type and level of infection control he must employ in cleaning tools, as he has been asked to do by your manager, Carlos. Walter tells you, “I have no idea what to do. Carlos told me to clean these tools and then make sure I use the highest level of infection control so that I completely destroy EVERYTHING.” As Walter's coworker, what level of infection control should you recommend that he use, and why?
a.
Walter should clean the tools with soap and water, because that will remove all visible dirt.
b.
Walter should sanitize the tools, because that will greatly reduce the number of disease-causing germs.
c.
Walter should disinfect the tools, because that will destroy all harmful organisms.
d.
Walter should sterilize the tools, because that will destroy all microbial life.
 

 38. 

Harlan, your good friend, lost his father when he was just a boy. His father was a factory worker who spent long days in an overcrowded and unsafe work environment and tragically died in an accident on the job. Harlan wishes to work for the federal government, with the hope of making a real difference in workers' lives. He would specifically like to help others avoid his father's fate. Harlan asks you if you think he should work for OSHA. Do you think he should? If yes, why? If no, why not?
a.
Yes, Harlan should work for OSHA because it is a federal agency that regulates and enforces safety and health standards in the workplace.
b.
Yes, Harlan should work for OSHA because it is a federal agency that registers all of the disinfectants and chemical products manufactured and sold in the United States.
c.
No, Harlan should not work for OSHA, because it is not a federal agency but rather a state-level agency.
d.
No, Harlan should not work for OSHA, because it does not regulate or enforce safety and health standards to protect employees in the workplace.
 

 39. 

You are watching your fellow student Victoria working with a client. In the 10 minutes you watch her for, she removes her gloves only once, to quickly turn on the faucet and rinse her hands. After rinsing her hands, she immediately puts another pair of gloves on. If it is TRUE that Victoria's client is asymptomatic with a sickness that is not airborne, and it is also TRUE that Victoria acquired a cold during those 10 minutes you watched her, then what else must also be true?
a.
Victoria caught the cold through indirect transmission.
b.
Victoria caught the cold through direct transmission.
c.
Victoria caught the cold via a respiratory droplet.
d.
Victoria's cold was not transmitted to her at all.
 

 40. 

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

 41. 

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
 

 42. 

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

 43. 

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
 

 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. 

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
 

 46. 

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

 47. 

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
 

 48. 

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
 

 49. 

One ingredient used to thicken creams is _________.
a.
water
b.
polysorbate
c.
quaternium-15
d.
carbomer
 

 50. 

Which statement accurately reflects the relationship between the FDA and the cosmetic industry?
a.
The FDA regulates labeling of cosmetics.
b.
The FDA has no relationship with the sale of cosmetics.
c.
The FDA does not regulate the safety of cosmetics.
d.
Packaging of cosmetics must indicate FDA approval.
 

 51. 

Where should a patch test be applied?
a.
On the neck
b.
In any area covered by clothing
c.
Behind the ear
d.
Behind the knee
 

 52. 

When choosing a product with natural ingredients, it is important to remember _________.
a.
natural ingredients are better for the environment
b.
natural ingredients are far more effective
c.
natural and synthetic ingredients are never in the same product
d.
some of the most effective products are not derived from natural sources
 

 53. 

A type of ingredient that is NOT universal for all skin types and conditions are _________.
a.
emollients
b.
antioxidants
c.
vitamins
d.
minerals
 

 54. 

What is NOT ideal for combination skin?
a.
Emollients
b.
Ceramides
c.
Humectants
d.
Oil-balancing ingredients
 

 55. 

What condition is NOT treated with retinoids?
a.
Acne
b.
Hyperpigmentation
c.
Combination skin
d.
Aging skin
 

 56. 

The ambiance of a spa should be set up in order _________.
a.
to ensure health and safety
b.
to ensure a high-end, designer experience
c.
to distract the client
d.
to get the clients to relax
 

 57. 

How can a technician best assist the client in the treatment room?
a.
By explaining details about how to prepare for the procedure.
b.
By assisting the client with the removal of jewelry.
c.
By helping the client with the removal of clothing.
d.
By assuming the client does not want to hear about the details of the treatment.
 

 58. 

In order to prepare a treatment room, a technician should have a minimum of _________ hand towels.
a.
1
b.
2
c.
3
d.
4
 

 59. 

How should equipment be left at the end of the day?
a.
Switched on but unplugged
b.
Switched off and plugged in
c.
Switched on and plugged in
d.
Switched off and unplugged
 

 60. 

In a treatment room, it is optional to have _________.
a.
a treatment table
b.
a UV sanitizer
c.
a facial stool
d.
a trolley
 

 61. 

All of the following are benefits of facial treatment EXCEPT _________.
a.
diagnosis of cystic acne
b.
slowing of premature aging
c.
increased circulation
d.
exfoliation
 

 62. 

The most prestigious qualification for an esthetician is _________.
a.
a state license
b.
a doctorate in esthetics
c.
a CIDESCO diploma
d.
a teaching certificate
 

 63. 

The use of a steamer should take _________.
a.
at least 5 minutes
b.
exactly for 10 minutes
c.
no longer than 10 minutes
d.
at least 10 minutes
 

 64. 

What technique involves manually removing comedones from follicles?
a.
A chemical peel
b.
Microdermabrasion
c.
Cleansing
d.
Extraction
 

 65. 

What is a general rule to follow when performing a facial for a man?
a.
He should be shaved before exfoliation.
b.
Men prefer the feel of cotton and gauze to towels.
c.
Sponges and towels should be used.
d.
Never refer to the process as a skin treatment, which is off-putting to many men.
 

 66. 

After extractions are performed, the next step is _________.
a.
steaming
b.
massage
c.
applying a mask
d.
applying toner
 

 67. 

What rule should always be followed when applying a cotton compress?
a.
Tear holes for the eyes
b.
Tear holes for the ears
c.
Tear holes for the nostrils
d.
Wrap the forehead first
 

 68. 

What is true of a facial massage?
a.
It always requires the approval of a physician.
b.
It should not be a part of treatment.
c.
It is a crucial key to a client's satisfaction.
d.
It is a luxury which depends on the time and budget constraints of the esthetician.
 

 69. 

Massage has many effects on the skin, but it does not _________.
a.
help with oxygenation
b.
help with waste removal
c.
decrease circulation
d.
bring nutrients to the epidermis
 

 70. 

Effleurage on the face is performed with _________.
a.
the palm
b.
the cushions of the fingertips
c.
the ends of the fingertips
d.
the knuckles
 

 71. 

The technique developed in Japan, which utilizes pressure points for relaxation is called _________.
a.
acupressure
b.
shiatsu
c.
tapotement point massage
d.
effleurage
 

 72. 

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.
 

 73. 

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
 

 74. 

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

 75. 

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
 

 76. 

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

 77. 

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.
 

 78. 

What is the name for the mass of epidermal cells that forms a small tube or canal?
a.
Hair follicle
b.
Pilosebaceous unit
c.
Follicular canal
d.
Hair shaft
 

 79. 

The waxy substance that lubricate the skin and hair is secreted by _________.
a.
the hair papilla
b.
the sebaceous gland
c.
the arrector pili muscle
d.
the lanugo
 

 80. 

Before the waxing process begins, _________ should be removed to prevent irritation.
a.
makeup
b.
prewax oil
c.
gloves
d.
spray cleanser
 

 81. 

Estheticians must use hard wax if they wish to perform _________.
a.
speed waxing
b.
blending
c.
a second waxing in the same area
d.
waxing on the face
 

 82. 

A client who is in the earliest stages of a gender transition will most likely book a service which involves _________.
a.
arm and leg waxing
b.
electrolysis
c.
dramatic facial peels
d.
laser hair removal
 

 83. 

What is true of a second application of hard wax while the first is setting?
a.
It cannot be performed on an immediately adjacent area.
b.
The first application must be with soft wax.
c.
The second application will make the service more thorough but less expedient.
d.
The second waxing must be performed on an immediately adjacent area.
 

 84. 

The client sits up during a back waxing to have what part of his body waxed?
a.
The lower back
b.
The spine
c.
The shoulder
d.
The upper back
 

 85. 

Approximately how long will a half leg treatment take with soft wax?
a.
15 minutes
b.
30 minutes
c.
45 minutes
d.
1 hour
 

 86. 

What kind of color is taupe?
a.
Primary color
b.
Secondary color
c.
Tertiary color
d.
Complementary color
 

 87. 

What is the truest, most vibrant, most intense version of a color called?
a.
Analogous color
b.
Complementary color
c.
Fully saturated color
d.
Fully desaturated color
 

 88. 

An example of a neutral color is _________.
a.
green
b.
khaki
c.
black
d.
white
 

 89. 

The most noncomedogenic type of foundation makeup is _________.
a.
mineral
b.
creams
c.
primers
d.
liquid
 

 90. 

The best kind of brush, when working with clients, is _________.
a.
disposable
b.
multi-use
c.
wooden-handled
d.
natural bristle
 

 91. 

How should a makeup artist transfer products from their containers?
a.
With a disposable spatula
b.
With the fingers
c.
Directly squeezed from the tube
d.
With a reusable brush
 

 92. 

What part of the eye should never be covered with an eyeliner pencil?
a.
The outer rim of the eye
b.
The top of the eyelid
c.
The inner rim of the eyes
d.
The lash line
 

 93. 

Clients should NOT typically experience flaking when using _________ in an esthetics context.
a.
BHA peels
b.
AHA peels
c.
Jessner's peels
d.
TCA peels
 

 94. 

Light therapy does not typically use what part of the spectrum?
a.
Ultraviolet
b.
Infrared
c.
Visible
d.
Far infrared
 

 95. 

What does the term ultrasound mean?
a.
Extremely high frequencies of sound
b.
Extremely low frequencies of sound
c.
Extremely loud sounds
d.
Extremely quiet sounds
 

 96. 

What treatment does NOT incorporate the use of seaweed and mud?
a.
Body wraps
b.
Body scrubs
c.
Balneotherapy
d.
Body masks
 

 97. 

What is the primary cause of cellulite?
a.
A low-fiber diet
b.
Mental and emotional stress
c.
An overly hydrated epidermis
d.
Female hormones and genetics
 

 98. 

Before and after surgery, swelling may be reduced with _________.
a.
reflexology
b.
manual lymph drainage
c.
endermology
d.
body wraps
 

 99. 

What surgery might help with a patient's vision?
a.
Blepharoplasty
b.
Rhinoplasty
c.
Rhytidectomy
d.
Forehead lift
 

 100. 

When performing a back facial with enzyme mask, an esthetician can choose not to use _________.
a.
protective eyewear
b.
a steamer
c.
sun protection
d.
warm towels
 



 
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