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Cosmetology Sem. Ex

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The process of disinfection eliminates all microorganisms on nonporous surface False
Bacteria can exist almost anywhere. True
Lyme disease is caused by bacilli False
Illness resulting from conditions associated with employment is called _________ disease occupational disease
Viruses are not affected by antibiotics. True
___________ immunity is partly inherited and partly developed through healthy living. Natural
Use of disinfecatants as hand cleaners can cause skin irritation and allegry. True
Disinfectants must be registered with the EPA. True
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The design and planning of the workplace for maximum comfort, safety, productivity, and efficiency is know as: ergonomics
To lessen the problem effects of repetitive motions and physical discomfort, include: regular stretching intervals
The ability to understand people is key to operating effectively and central to success and: customer service
The small minority of harmful bacteria that invade plant or animal tissue are considered pathogenic
Bacteria are so small they can only be seen with the aid of: microscope
An important aspect of human relations and reflective listening is to: talk less, listen more
One-celled microorganisms with both plant and animal characteristics are: bacteria
The single most important part of any service that should always be completed before any service is undertaken is the: client consultation
When handling a conflict or problem with a coworker, it is best resolved: directly and privately
Listening to the client and then repeating in your own words what the client is telling you is known as: reflective listening
When dealing with difficult or unhappy clients, the best approach to use is to be: honest and tactful
During the consultation process, to reiterate everything discussed to the client means to: repeat in measured, precise terms
When handling a schedule conflict with a client, it is recommended to: never argue and be polite
Round-shaped pathogenic bacteria that appear singly or in groups are: cocci
The active stage and inactive or spore-forming stage of bacteria are referred to as the: life cycle of bacteria
Body tissues being invaded by disease-causing or pathogenic bacteria results in a(n): infection
A sign of a bacterial infection is the presence of: pus
Nonpathogenic bacteria are: harmless
A submicroscopic structure capable of infesting almost all plants and animals is a: virus
Human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) is the virus that causes: acquired immunodeficiency syndrome
Nail fungus can be contracted through implements that are not properly: disinfected
A contagious skin disease that is caused by the itch mite is: scabies
The type of immunity that the body develops after overcoming a disease or through vaccination is: acquired immunity
The level of protection required by the salon to kill most organisms, with the exception of bacterial spores, is: disinfection
A lengthwise section of hair shows that cuticle scales overlap and each individual cuticle scale is attached to the: cortex
The layer that consists of transparent, scalelike cells that look like shingles on a roof is the: cuticle layer
The scientific study of hair, its diseases, and its care is known as: trichology
Federal law requires manufacturers to provide important product information, precautions, safety information, and ingredients in the form of: Material Safety Data Sheets
Single-use items that do not have the capacity to be disinfected after each client use must be: discarded
To be effective, the strength of ethyl alcohol must be no less than: 70 percent
The first step in the decontamination process is called: sanitation
The standard that must be used in the industry in dealing with bloodborne pathogens is regulated by: OSHA
All of the following need to be disposed of after a single use except for nippers
The hair shaft that emerges from the scalp is a nonliving fiber composed of: keratinized protein
Chemical bonds that hold together amino acid molecules are: peptide bonds
The three different types of cross-links that form bonds between the polypetide chains in the cortex are: hydrogen, salt, and disulfide bonds
A weak, temporary side bond that is easily broken by water and heat is a: hydrogen bond
Permanent waving and hair relaxers change the shape of hair by chemically altering the hair's: disulfide bonds
All natural hair color is the result of pigment located in the cortex called: melanin
The term that is used to describe the shape of the hair strand is the: wave pattern
Hair that has the largest diameter and usually requires more processing time is: coarse hair texture
The ability of the hair to absorb water or oil is: porosity
The ability of hair to stretch and return to its orginial length without breaking is referred to as hair: elasticity
Dry hair and scalp should be treated with products that contain moisturizers and: emollients
The short, fine, and downy hair that helps in the efficient evaporation of perspiration is: vellus hair
The sudden falling out of hair in round patches or baldness in spots is: alopecia areata
The condition of abnormal hair growth or terminal hair is referred to as: hypertrichosis
The medical term that is used to describe dandruff is: pityriasis
A severe type of dandruff characterized by an accumulation of greasy or waxy scalp scales mixed with sebum pityriasis steatoides
An infestation of the hair and scalp with head lice is: pediculosis capitis
A highly contagious skin disease caused by a parasite called a mite is: scabies
The art and science of beautifying and improving the skin, nails, and hair is called: cosmetology
Poor women in ancient Rome colored their hair: black
In ancient Rome, middle-class women colored their hair: blond
During the Victorian age, women pinched their cheeks and bit their lips to: induce natural color
The salon industry depends heavily on its relationships with product distributors, which are referred to as: Distributor Sales Consultants
Your license will unlock countless doors for emplyment; however, your career will be fueled with: personal dedication and passion
You must include age and race on your resume. false
A specialty salon offers one type of service, for example, nail services. true
A stylist who is paid a percentage of the income brought into the salon is paid on straight salary. false
You must include your education on your resume. true
One or two coats of colored polish are applied to each nail. false
A pusher or a cotton-tipped orangewood stick can be used to push back the cuticle. true
First apply polish to the pinkie finger, then proceed through each finger to the thumb on each hand. true
The inner desire that instinctively propels you to do something is: motivation
The key to alleviating musculoskeletal disorders and back injuries is: prevention
The water content of the natural nail directly affects the nail's: flexibility
The nail bed is supplied with many nerves and is attached to the nail plate with a thin layer of tissue called the: bed epithelium
The nail plate is constructed of how many layers of nail cells? 100
Natural nails will continue to grow provided what part of the nail is healthy and undamaged? matrix
The nail professional's chair should be selected for durability, comfort, ergonomics, and easy: sanitizing
The implement used to clean fingernails and remove dust and debris is called a: nail brush
Small pieced of cotton used to remove nail polish are called: pledgets
The process of reaching logical conclusions by employing logical reasoning is: deductive reasoning
A written summary of your education and work experience is a: resume
The technique of establishing contacts that may eventually lead to employment opportunities is: networking
The portfolio, like the resume, should be prepared in a way that projects: professionalism
When selecting an interview wardrobe, it is critical that the selction be: appropriate for the position
When researching potential employment opportunities, it is important that the stylist make: informed comparisons
When choosing a salon for employment opportunities, it is critical to choose a salon that: services the type of clients you wish to serve
Comparing answers from salon interview questions will help you choose: the best package of income and career development
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