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Maryland State Board Cosmetology Exam

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What does the EPA product registration tell you about the product? - ANSWER>>It is against federal law to use the product contrary to label What is the best thing to do first in the event of a minor burn? - ANSWER>>Immerse in cold water What should be used to treat an allergy on the skin? - ANSWER>>Lotions What is the highest level of decontamination used for salon tools and implements? - ANSWER>>Sterilization What artificial nail products are made from acrylonitrile butadiene styrene? - ANSWER>>Nail tips Density - ANSWER>>The number of individual hair strands in one square inch of the scalp What tool is recommended for use by a new cutter to remove excess bulk? - ANSWER>>Thinning shears What determines the size of the curl in a permanent waving? - ANSWER>>Perm rod What is NOT a vegetable parasite? - ANSWER>>Staph What is not an essential nutrient to maintain healthy skin? - ANSWER>>Vegetables

Where should disinfected tools and implements be stored in a salon? - ANSWER>>Covered container When using a chemical relaxer, what should be avoided? - ANSWER>>Bleaches or high-lift color products What chemical is released as soon as hydrogen peroxide is mixed into hair lightener formula? - ANSWER>>Hydrogen What is used to remove bonded wefts from the hair? - ANSWER>>Oil If hair extensions are required because of a thinning hairline, how many strandsof hair is best to add? - ANSWER>>5 to 10

What is the appropriate treatment for eye irritation? - ANSWER>>Flush the eyewith clean water

What is an example of a hair stream growth pattern - ANSWER>>Hair flowing in the same direction What is the term for sewn elastic strips in a circular pattern to the head shape? -ANSWER>>Wefts

Where would you start a relaxer retouch application? - ANSWER>>Area most resistant What can be done to speed up the removal of acrylic enhancements? - ANSWER>>Place acetone bowl inside a bowl of hot water What is NOT determined by a strand test in a color service? - ANSWER>>How much color to use for a service

When analyzing the hair before a chemical relaxer, it is NOT necessary to reevaluate the hair for what? - ANSWER>>Color What type of hair removal uses an entwining method to lift the hair from the follicle? - ANSWER>>Threading What is NOT a fundamental color? - ANSWER>>Green What is NOT a part of the natural nail unit? - ANSWER>>Leukonychia Whirlpool units - ANSWER>>Not hygienic; grows microscopic bacteria inside pipes Airjet basin - ANSWER>>Forces air through small holes Pipeless foot spa - ANSWER>>Uses impellers, the rotating blade of a pump, to circulate water. Easily cleaned and disinfected non-whirlpool foot basin - ANSWER>>Which type of foot spa does NOT circulate water? Where must a cosmetologist's license be places? - ANSWER>>In full view of the public How many apprentices can one senior cosmetologists have at a time? - ANSWER>> How many hours a week must an apprentice train at minimum? - ANSWER>> To pass the examinations, you must score ___% on both the theory and thepractical - ANSWER>>75%

How much does it cost to renew your cosmetologist's license? - ANSWER>>$

What is the fine for operating without a valid license? - ANSWER>>$ What is the fine for poor lighting, heating, or ventilation? - ANSWER>>$ What is the fine for using a neck duster or powder puff on more than one client?- ANSWER>>$

What is the penalty for operating or performing services on a client with aninfectious or contagious disease? - ANSWER>>Formal hearing

Failure to wash implements before disinfection results in what for the beautysalon? - ANSWER>>$150 fine

Presence of rodents or insects in the salon results in a fine of: - ANSWER>>$ What is the salon's fine if an employee doesn't wash their hands before eachclient? - ANSWER>>$50 each time

If the school or salon is used for living or sleeping, the fine would be - ANSWER>>$ What is the fine for an unsanitary restroom in a salon or school? -ANSWER>>$

Placing pins or clips in the mouth would result in a fine of - ANSWER>>$ Failure to sharpen lip or eyebrow pencils after each use would be a fine of - ANSWER>>$ If hair removal wax is used on more than one person, the penalty would be - ANSWER>>$300 fine

Hospital disinfectant - ANSWER>>Designated by the EPA as being effective enough to be used in hospitals Nonporous - ANSWER>>Made of material that has no pores or openings and cannot absorb liquid Disease - ANSWER>>Abnormal condition of all or parts of the body which makes the body incapable of functioning normally Tuberculocidal disinfectant - ANSWER>>Proven to kill the bacteria that causes tuberculosis Infection - ANSWER>>The invasion of body tissues by disease-causing pathogens Bacteria - ANSWER>>One-celled microorganisms that have plant and animal characteristics Non pathogenic - ANSWER>>Harmless microorganisms that may perform useful functions; most bacteria are non pathogenic Pathogenic - ANSWER>>Harmful microorganisms that can causes disease or infection Cocci - ANSWER>>Round-shaped bacteria that appear alone or in groups Staphylococci - ANSWER>>Pus-forming bacteria that grow in clusters like grapes; they cause abscesses, pustules, boils, and staph infection Streptococci - ANSWER>>Pus-forming bacteria arranged in curved lines like strings of beads; they cause strep throat and blood poisoning

Diplococci - ANSWER>>Spherical bacteria that grow in pairs and cause diseases like pneumonia Bacilli - ANSWER>>Short, rod-shaped bacteria; they are the most common type of bacteria and produce diseases like tetanus, typhoid fever, tuberculosis and diphtheria Spirilla - ANSWER>>Spiral or corkscrew-shaped bacteria that are subdivided into sub groups like syphilis or Lyme's disease Motility - ANSWER>>The term to describe self movement Flagella - ANSWER>>Hair-like extensions that bacteria use to move Active stage (Bacteria) - ANSWER>>The stage in which bacteria grow andreproduce; they prefer dark, warm places

Binary fission - ANSWER>>The division of a cell into two new cells, called daughter cells Inactive/spore-forming stage (Bacteria) - ANSWER>>The stage in which bacteriathat is capable of forming spores will do so to protect itself in unfavorable conditions; it creates a hard keratin coating to protect the bacteria untilconditions are more favorable

Direct transmission - ANSWER>>Transmission of blood or bodily fluids throughtouching, kissing, coughing, sneezing, or talking

Indirect transmission - ANSWER>>Transmission of blood or bodily fluids throughcontact with an intermediate contaminated object such as an environmental surface

Folliculitis barbae - ANSWER>>An inflammation of hair follicles caused by a bacterial infection Tinea barbae - ANSWER>>A superficial fungal infection caused by a variety of dermatophytes that commonly affect the skin Tinea capitis - ANSWER>>A fungal infection of the scalp characterized by red papules at the opening of hair follicles Tinea pedis - ANSWER>>Athlete's foot Parasite - ANSWER>>Organisms that grow, feed, and shelter on or in anotherorganism while contributing nothing to the survival of that organism

Pediculosis Capitis - ANSWER>>Head lice Scabies - ANSWER>>A contagious skin disease caused by the itch mite, whichburrows under the skin

Melanin - ANSWER>>Tiny grains of pigment that are produced by melanocytes Eumelanin - ANSWER>>A type of melanin that is dark brown to black; found in skin and hair Papillary layer - ANSWER>>Outer layer of the dermis, directly beneath the epidermis Papule - ANSWER>>Also known as a pimple; a small elevation on the skin that has no fluid but may develop pus Pustules - ANSWER>>Raised inflamed papule with a white or yellow center containing pus

Reticular layer - ANSWER>>Deeper layer of the dermis that supplies the skin with oxygen and nutrients; contains fat, cells, blood vessels, sudoriferous glands, hair follicles, lymph vessels, arrector pilli muscles, sebaceous glands andnerve endings

Sebaceous glands - ANSWER>>Produce oil or sebum in the hair follicles Sebum - ANSWER>>The fatty or oily secretions of the sebaceous glands Acne - ANSWER>>Also known as acne vulgaris; skin disorder characterized by chronic inflammation of the sebaceous glands from retained secretion Arrector pili muscle - ANSWER>>Small, involuntary muscles at the base of the hair follicles that causes goosebumps Callus - ANSWER>>The thickening of skin caused by repeated and continuous pressure Collagen - ANSWER>>Fibrous protein that gives the skin its form and strength; collagen levels decrease as we age Comedo - ANSWER>>Also known as a blackhead; a hair follicle blocked with keratin and sebum Dermal papillae - ANSWER>>Small cone-shaped elevation at the base of the hair follicles that begin in the hair bulb Dermis - ANSWER>>The "true skin" under the epidermis Layers of the dermis - ANSWER>>Stratum corneum, lucidum, granulosum, spinosum, germinativum

Seborrheic dermatits - ANSWER>>Skin condition caused by the inflammation of the sebaceous glands and its characterized by redness, dry or oily scaling, crusting, and/or itchiness Hyperhidrosis - ANSWER>>Excessive sweating Fever blister (herpes simplex virus 1) - ANSWER>>Small sore situated on the face or in the mouth that causes pain, burning or itching before bursting and crusting over; contagious Chloasma - ANSWER>>Pigmentary skin discoloration usually occurring in yellowish-brown patches or spots that are not elevated Leukoderma - ANSWER>>Skin disorder characterized by light, abnormal patches caused by burns, scars, inflammation, of congenital diseases Nevus - ANSWER>>The technical term for a birthmark Keratoma - ANSWER>>Technical term for callus; acquired, superficial patch of hardened skin Verruca - ANSWER>>Technical term for wart ABCDE cancer checklist - ANSWER>>What to check for if you notice an abnormal spot on a client's skin; Asymmetry, border irregularity, color, diameter, evolution What percentage of aging is caused by sun exposure? - ANSWER>>80% - 85% Cuticle - ANSWER>>Dead, colorless tissue attached to the natural nail plate Eponychium - ANSWER>>Living skin at the base of the natural nail plate thatcovers the matrix area

Free edge - ANSWER>>The part of the nail plate that extends over the tip of the finger or toe Hyponychium - ANSWER>>Slightly thickened layer of skin under the nail that lies between the fingertip and the free edge of the natural nail Lunula - ANSWER>>Visible part of the matrix that extends from underneath the skin; it is a whitish, half-moon shape at the base of the nail Matrix - ANSWER>>Area where the nail plate cells are formed; this area is composed of matrix cells that produce the nail plate Nail bed - ANSWER>>Portion of the living skin that supports the nail plate as it grows towards the free edge Nail plate - ANSWER>>Hardened keratin plate that covers the nail bed Perionychium - ANSWER>>The tissue bordering the root and sides of the nail Beau's lines - ANSWER>>Sometimes called furrows of corrugations; visibledepressions running across the width of the nail plate; usually a result of illness or injury Eggshell nails - ANSWER>>Noticeably thin, white nail plates that are more flexible than normal and can What is NOT recommended for a UV gel nail service - ANSWER>>Sable brush What determines the temperature setting of the iron? - ANSWER>>Texture What is not a benefit of a paraffin wax treatment - ANSWER>>Easing eczema

What company certifies the safety of pedicure chairs and hair dryers? - ANSWER>>Underwriters Laboratories Which best describes the stimulation of pressure points on the feet? - ANSWER>>Reflexology In a relaxer, what active ingredient has a 9.6 - 10.0 pH? - ANSWER>>Ammonium thioglycolate What is the BEST recommendation for applying acrylic fingernail products? - ANSWER>>Work at a well ventilated work table What term BEST describes a procedure or condition that may produce undesirable side effects during a scalp massage due to any medical issues aclient may have - ANSWER>>Contraindicated

What is not considered when using solid form techniques? - ANSWER>>Length What is not needed in the application of a nail wrap? - ANSWER>>A monomer Filler are not used for - ANSWER>>Producing grey coverage For what purpose would the use of hospital grade disinfectants be appropriate?

• ANSWER>>To clean blood and bodily fluids off surfaces What is an example of a parasite? - ANSWER>>Scabies What is used to make artificial eyelashes adhere? - ANSWER>>Lash adhesive The stylist's objective is to create the illusion of what face shape? - ANSWER>>Oval

In what area would vellus hair be found? - ANSWER>>Cheeks What will equalize porosity? - ANSWER>>Fillers What is not a required step before and each client? - ANSWER>>Wear gloves at all times What is not an example of an antimicrobial pesticide? - ANSWER>>Algaecide What time of hair removal uses caustic alkali preparation? - ANSWER>>Depilatories What result will a human hair wig have after burning it? - ANSWER>>Distinctive odor What is the general outline of a hairstyle? - ANSWER>>Form Reflective listening - ANSWER>>Listening to the client and then repeating, in your own words, what you think the client is telling you. What product is used to prevent polish from staining the nail bed? -ANSWER>>Base coat

What procedure is done first for a shampoo service? - ANSWER>>Drape the client What is NOT a purpose that MSDS provide? - ANSWER>>Knowing what supplies are in stock What is NOT needed on a client card? - ANSWER>>Home hair care product What density and texture combination would create the most volume in a hairstyle? - ANSWER>>Thick-coarse hair

What helps soften tissues, making skin more accepting of moisturizers and other treatment products? - ANSWER>>Facial steamer What is the first step if you get blood or other potentially infectious materials in your eyes, nose, mouth, or broken skin? - ANSWER>>Immediately flood the exposed area with water It's best to consult _____ when in doubt about how to use a product. - ANSWER>>Manufacturer's instructions What are the qualifications for a disinfectant to be EPA approved? - ANSWER>>A virucide, fungicide, bactericide, or disinfectant