Milady Esthetics State Board Test (2022/2023), Exams of Nursing

Download Milady Esthetics State Board Test (2022/2023) and more Exams Nursing in PDF only on Docsity! Milady Esthetics State Board Test All, (2022/2023 correct answers) 1. Microbe is another term for? - correct answer bacteria 2. What is the lowest level of decontamination and infection control? - correct answer sanitation 3. When washing your hands, how long should you scrub after lathering with soap? - correct answer 30-60 seconds 4. An Incident Report would contain which type of information? - correct answer route of exposure, circumstances surrounding the event of exposure, source of exposure 5. A burn that injures the muscle and bones is considered a ____ degree burn. - correct answer fourth 6. Which type of hepatitis is the most difficult to kill on a surface? - correct answer type B 7. When is it acceptable to put product that has been removed with a spatula back into the jar? - correct answer Never 8. Bacteria multiply best in places that are? - correct answer Warm 9. Scabies is caused by? - correct answer animal parasite 10. The ______ cranial nerve is the chief motor nerve of the face. - correct answer seventh 11. The human body has how many bones? - correct answer 206 12. The cervical nerves originate at the? - correct answer spinal cord 13. Which of these is a function of the skeletal system? - correct answer provides the shape and form for the body, protects the internal organs, blood production 14. Nonstriated muscles are also knows as what kind of muscles? - correct answer involuntary, visceral, smooth 15. How many muscles are in your face? - correct answer 30 16. Massaging the _____ nerve affects the skin of the lower eyelid, side of the nose, upper lip, and mouth. - correct answer infraoribtal 33. What does a state licensing inspector do? - correct answer inspect salons to ensure state rules and regulation are being followed 34. Modesty was greatly valued during which era? - correct answer The Victorian age 35. You are most likely to see the word aesthetician used in which environment? - correct answer medical setting 36. Which civilization is believed to have been the first to cultivate beauty in an extravagent fashion? - correct answer Egyptians 37. A common purpose for seeking camouflage therapy is to? - correct answer disguise the effects of an accident 38. What practice was common during the Renaissance? - correct answer shaving or tweezing the eyebrows and hairline 39. _____ is one of the mediums commonly used with lasers. - correct answer gas 40. Faradic currents should be used no longer than? - correct answer 15-20 minutes 41. A cathode is usually marked with this symbol - correct answer - (negative symbol) 42. Microcurrent works by mimicking the way? - correct answer the brain relays messages to the muscles 43. Which type of UV ray penetrates directly into the dermis and damages collagen and fibrils? - correct answer UVA 44. Which of these is a counter indication for electrotherapy? - correct answer epilepsy, diabetes, dilated capillaties 45. The process of forcing acidic substances into deeper tissues using galvanic current is called? - correct answer cataphoresis 46. Sinusoidal current is generally used on which parts of the body? - correct answer face and scalp 47. Folacin is also knows as - correct answer Folic acid 48. Fiber is made of a carbohydrate called? - correct answer cellulose 49. What is the number one cause of daytime fatigue? - correct answer lack of water 50. Increasing your fiber intake helps to improve? - correct answer digestion 51. A poorly balanced diet can lead to? - correct answer skin disorders, fatigue, some diseases 52. Which vitamin helps to diminish spider veins? - correct answer vitamin k 53. Rickets is believed to result from a deficiency of? - correct answer vitamin D 54. The best way to lose weight is to? - correct answer exercise and adopt a healthy diet 55. In general, you should consume the equivalent of how much sodium each day? - correct answer a little less than a teaspoon 56. If you are going to be outdoors, you should? - correct answer wear a moisturizer with SPF 30 protection, try to avoid 72. A woman growing hair on her chest is an example of? - correct answer hypertrichosis 73. What is the purpose of applying a prep solution to an area that is going to be waxed? - correct answer to clean and sanitize the skin 74. What is azulene? - correct answer an after-wax soothing product 75. It's important to remember that wax may stick if the skin is: - correct answer either too dry or too cold 76. A nodule is an example of a? - correct answer a primary lesion 77. Recognizing skin diseases and disorders is important for the protection of - correct answer both the technician and the client 78. Which of these is a common symptom of irritant contact dermatitis? - correct answer redness, swelling and scaling 79. Hyperhidrosis can be caused by: - correct answer heat, genetics or body weakness 80. Vascular lesions are? - correct answer tertiary lesions 81. Sebaceous hyperplasia lesions are? - correct answer are benign lesions frequently seen in oilier areas of the face 82. Excessive _____ in food are excreted through pores and irritate them. - correct answer iodides 83. What is the most common form of skin cancer? - correct answer basal cell carcinoma 84. How does stress affect acne? - correct answer stress can cause or worsen acne breakouts 85. What happens the first time a person is exposed to a new allergen? - correct answer no allergic reaction 86. What is a characteristic of alpha lipoic acid? - correct answer it is found in every cell in the body 87. Dimethicone is an example of a - correct answer silicone 88. A type of humectant? - correct answer seaweed 89. Soap is not recommended as a cleanser because it: - correct answer can leave a film on the skin 90. Cleansing cream is used primarily to? - correct answer dissolve makeup and dirt 91. The main type of surfactants used in skin cleansing products are? - correct answer detergents 92. When choosing a product line, it's important to? - correct answer consider the quality of the ingredients 93. The removal of dead epidermal cells is called: - correct answer exfoliation 94. Cleansers should be used _____ as the first step in a skin care routine. - correct answer twice a day 95. Which type of toner usually has the lowest alcohol content? - correct answer fresheners 96. Which UV rays are mainly absorbed by the ozone layer? - correct answer UVC 113. Skin is considered dry if it? - correct answer does not produce enough oil 114. Dehydrated skin can be caused by? - correct answer internal or external factors 115. On which part of the face would you perform petrissage? - correct answer cheeks 116. When performing massage, how much pressure should you use with your hands? - correct answer an equal amount for both hands 117. Which type of massage involves a rubbing movement? - correct answer Friction 118. Percussion is another name for which type of massage? - correct answer tapotement 119. When performing the tapping component of the facial massage, you should avoid: - correct answer the jawbone 120. What is the main purpose of a cleansing massage? - correct answer to continue the cleaning process, help remove dead surface cells, and stimulate the skin 121. How does the technician create movement when using vibration? - correct answer with the body and shoulders 122. To maintain soft skin, you should: - correct answer keep your hands exfoliated 123. Name the types of friction movement? - correct answer Chucking, rolling, and wringing 124. Where can you start a facial massage? - correct answer Massage may be started on either the chin, décolleté or forehead. 125. Normal healthy skin appears as which color under a Wood's lamp? - correct answer Blue white 126. If there is argon gas in the electrode, when electricity passes through it, it may emit ____ light. - correct answer blue 127. At the end of the day, you should clean the hot cabby and? - correct answer leave the door open overnight 128. Which type of products are used for desincrustation? - correct answer alkaline 129. When using a steamer, at what point should you turn on the ozone switch? - correct answer After steam is visible 130. How long does a steam treatment ordinarily last? - correct answer 6-10 minutes 131. Ozone - correct answer consists of three oxygen atoms (O3), is created after a lightning storm, and has antiseptic qualities. 132. Which of these is a benefit to steaming the skin? - correct answer it softens debris 133. A Wood's lamp uses a filtered _____ light. - correct answer filtered black light that is used to illuminate fungi, bacterial disorders, pigmentation problems, and other skin problems. 134. A well-constructed and well-maintained magnifying lamp can last up to? - correct answer ten years 135. What are the benefits of peels? - correct answer Peels improve the barrier function, moisture retention, elastin, and collagen production. Peels also reduce fine lines, wrinkles, and 148. A common drawback to going to work for a small independently owned skin care clinic or day spa is that? - correct answer there are usually fewer benefits 149. During a job interview, the potential employer is not permitted to ask you? - correct answer your age or date of birth, race, religion, national origin, marital status, disabilities, medical conditions or health problems, and citizenship status. 150. On test day you should? - correct answer read all written directions carefully before you begin, save difficult questions or ones you are unsure of for last, and answer as many questions as possible. 151. What should you bring with you on the day of your interview? - correct answer a copy of your resume, your portfolio, ID 152. Which of these is an all-inclusive spa retreat that offers patrons a wide range of health, beauty, and wellness programs? - correct answer The Destination Spa is an all-inclusive spa retreat that offers patrons a wide range of health, beauty and wellness programs, such as fitness, nutrition, massage, skin care, beauty treatments, educational classes, and more. 153. The first step in financial planning is? - correct answer keeping track of where your money goes 154. If you work under a booth rental agreement, you pay? - correct answer As a booth renter you are responsible for paying all taxes associated with being self-employed, including higher social security taxes (double that of an employee). TWICE THE AMOUNT 155. Effective management and ______ skills are most important to good public relations. - correct answer Communication 156. Loan payments are an example of? - correct answer fixed costs 157. Wha is an example of retail supplies? - correct answer Items available for sale to clients are referred to as retail supplies. 158. To help you keep good records, it is recommended that you hire a professional accountant and a(n): - correct answer bookeeper 159. Employees should be able to find dress code information in the: - correct answer employee manual 160. To help yourself be a good business manager, you should: - correct answer making a list of all of the functions that are necessary to operate your salon successfully. 161. Inventory tracking is recommended because it helps you to: - correct answer prevent shortages, avoid overstocking, and alert you to any signs of pilfering. 162. Your business plan should include: - correct answer a detailed explanation of how you will finance and manage your business 163. The average adult heart weighs about? - correct answer nine ounces 164. The ______ system is made up of a series of glands. - correct answer endocrine 165. Which is a main bone of the neck? - correct answer The main bone of the neck is the hyoid (HY-oyd) bone, a U-shaped bone at the base of the tongue that supports the tongue and its muscles 182. How many calories are in a single gram of fat? - correct answer nine 183. About how much of your diet should consist of protein? - correct answer 20% 184. In which type of food would you generally find linoleic acid? - correct answer corn oil,Linoleic acid is found in oils made from safflower, sunflower, corn, soybean, borage, and flaxseed. 185. Hypoglycemia results from a lack of? - correct answer carbohydrates 186. All essential amino acids can be found in? - correct answer Proteins contain all essential amino acids. 187. medical conditions is caused by a virus? - correct answer Viruses cause the common cold, influenza, herpes, measles, chicken pox, smallpox, hepatitis, polio, and AIDS. 188. Antiseptics are? - correct answer weaker than disinfectants and safe for application to the skin 189. When a client gets product in the eye, you should gently flush the eye with water for? - correct answer 15 minutes 190. Pus contains? - correct answer Pus is a fluid created by tissue inflammation, and contains white blood cells, bacteria, and dead cells. 191. Long-term exposure to formaldehyde can potentially lead to? - correct answer asthma-type symptoms, cancer, skin irritation and rash 192. The body fights infection by means of? - correct answer body secretions, such as perspiration and digestive juices. 193. he angular artery supplies blood to? - correct answer the side of the nose 194. The two cells that are created in mitosis are called: - correct answer daughter cells 195. Which cranial nerve is the largest? - correct answer fifth 196. Bone is a type of _______ tissue. - correct answer connective 197. Protoplasm - correct answer contains water 198. Where in the body would you find an atrium? - correct answer the heart 199. The "fight or flight" response is controlled by which gland(s)? - correct answer adrenal glands 200. Which organ discharges bile? - correct answer The liver discharges bile. 201. The median nerve supplies? - correct answer the arm and hand 202. The ______ is the muscle that draws the scalp backward. - correct answer occipitalis 203. way in which hormones affect the skin? - correct answer acne, facial hair color and growth, and pigmentation of the skin. 204. An average adult body contains about ___ quarts of water. - correct answer 45 221. The goal of using microcurrent is to? - correct answer speed up the natural regenerative processes of the body 222. In an indirect high-frequency current application, what do you do with the tube electrode? - correct answer have the client hold it 223. The anode is usually what color? - correct answer red 224. Invisible rays make up about ____ of natural sunlight. - correct answer 65% 225. Which type of light is referred to as "combination" light? - correct answer white light 226. Electricity is a form of? - correct answer energy 227. Starches are also known as? - correct answer complex carbohydrates 228. Couperose veins can be caused by? - correct answer alimentary (digestive) problems, harsh cosmetics, and heat/cold fluctuations. 229. Products that contain vitamin A or alpha hydroxy acids can reduce visible signs of aging by? - correct answer stimulating cell turnover 230. people with which natural hair color are particularly susceptible to sun damage? - correct answer red 231. Products that suppress melanin production by interrupting biochemical processes are referred to as? - correct answer brightening agents 232. The skin repairs itself through hyperproduction of cells and? - correct answer blood clotting 233. Damage to the barrier layer can cause? - correct answer many skin problems, including sensitivities, aging, and dehydration 234. If a client has herpes zoster, he or she has: - correct answer Shingles 235. hat causes the dark color in a blackhead? - correct answer oxidation 236. Skin cancer tumors form when cells: - correct answer divide rapidly and unevenly 237. A port wine stain: - correct answer is a birthmark 238. Asteatosis can be caused by: - correct answer Asteatosis is dry, scaly skin from sebum deficiency; it can be due to aging, body disorders, alkalies of harsh soaps, or cold exposure. 239. Ethnic skin types contain ______ than Caucasian skin types. - correct answer more melanin 240. The Fitzpatrick Scale is used to: - correct answer measure a skin type's ability to tolerate sun exposure 241. The common term for sodium bicarbonate is: - correct answer baking soda 242. What are chelating agents used for? - correct answer to preserve cosmetics 243. Emulsifiers are used to: - correct answer combine oil and water