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Cosmetology
Stateboard Theory Exam
| Question | Answer |
|---|---|
| the client consultation is also known as the: | needs assessment |
| you should ask the client what at-home products she uses as a part of which step of the client consultation? | analyze client's hair |
| when suggesting options to a client, which of the following criteria should be used? | lifestyle, face shape & hair type |
| when communicating with your salon manager, you should do all of the following EXCEPT: | complain about your colleagues |
| invasion of the body tissues by disease-causing pathogenic bacteria can result in a (n): | infection |
| non-pathogenic bacteria are: | harmless |
| the type of bacteria that rarely shows any active motility is: | cocci |
| bacteria generally consists of an outer cell wall containing a liquid called: | protoplasm |
| inflammation is characterized by which of the following? | swelling, pain, & heat |
| a sign of a bacterial infection is the presence of: | pus |
| disease-causing microorganisms that are carried in the body by blood or body fluids are called: | bloodborne pathogens |
| a disease caused by a bloodborne virus that causes liver damage is: | hepatitis |
| which fungus affects plants or grows on inanimate objects but does not cause human infections in the salon? | mildew |
| organisms that grow, feed, and find shelter on or in a host organism are called: | parasites |
| the type of immunity that the body develops after overcoming a disease or through inoculations is: | using a cleaning solvent |
| when hand washing, it is important to rub hands together for a minimum of how long? | 20 seconds |
| if an exposure incident should occur, discard all disposable contaminated objects in a: | contaminated waste container |
| the medical branch of science that deals with the study of the skin, it's functions and diseases, is: | dermatology |
| the largest organ of the human body is the: | skin |
| the outermost and thinnest layer of the skin is the: | epidermis |
| the clear, transparent layer just under the stratum corneum that consists of small cells through which light can pass is the: | stratum lucidum |
| the deepest layer of the epidermis, the basal cell layer, is also known as the: | stratum germinativum |
| the dermis layer is made up of two layers, which are the: | papillary and reticular |
| the layer of the dermis that houses the nerve endings which provide the body with the sense of touch is found in the: | papillary layer |
| the deeper layer of the dermis that supplies the skin with oxygen and nutrients is the: | reticular layer |
| water is the number one nutrient of the body and composes what percentage of the body'a weight? | 50 to 70 percent |
| all of the following are examples of a primary lesion EXCEPT: | keloid |
| a flat spot or discoloration on the skin is a: | macule |
| a large sore bump that does not have a head of pus is a: | papule |
| an inflamed pimple containing pus is a: | pustule |
| an abnormal cell mass that varies in size, color, and shape is a: | tumor |
| lesions of the skin characterized by piles of material on the skin surface are: | secondary skin lesions |
| any thin dry or oily plate of epidermal flakes is known as a: | scale |
| a hair follicle filled with keratin and sebum forms a: | comedo |
| benign, keratin-filled cysts that appear just under the epidermis and have no visible opening are: | milia |
| a skin disorder characterized by chronic inflammation of the sebaceous glands caused from retained secretions is: | acne |
| inflammation of the sebaceous glands characterized by, red flaky skin in the scalp and hairline is: | seborrheic dermatitis |
| distended or dilated surface blood vessels are called: | telangiectasias |
| a contagious, recurring viral infection characterized by fever blisters or cold sores is: | herpes simplex |
| the absence of melanin pigmentation of the body is known as: | albinism |
| hypertrophy of the papillae and epidermis is a: | wart |
| dark, brown patches on the skin that may appear uneven in texture, jagged, or raised may be a warning sign of: | malignant melanoma |
| which of the following is NOT an intrinsic skin-aging factor? | sun exposure |
| the water content of the natural nail directly affects the nails: | flexibility |
| the nail bed contains many nerves and is attached to the nail plate with a thin layer of tissue called the: | bed epithelium |
| the area of the nail where the nail plate cells are formed is the: | matrix |
| the slightly thickened layer of skin that lies between the fingertip and the free edge of the natural nail plate is the: | hyponychium |
| the tough band of fibrous tissue that connects bones or holds an organ in place is the: | ligament |
| the surface of a healthy natural nail should be: | smooth and unspotted |
| a nail condition in which blood clots form under the nail plate due to a small injury of the nail plate is: | bruised nails |
| nails with noticeably thin, white nail plate that are more flexible than normal nails are: | eggshell nails |
| redness, pain, and swelling are signs of a(n): | infection |
| ridges running vertically down the natural nail plate are caused by: | uneven growth and age |
| any deformity or disease of the nails in general is called: | onychosis |
| the five main structures of the hair root include all of the following except the: | epidermis |
| the pocket or tube-like depression in the scalp or skin that contains the hair root is the: | follicle |
| a small, cone-shaped area located at the base of the hair follicle that fits into the hair bulb is the: | dermal papilla |
| the substance secreted by the sebaceous glands is called: | sebum |
| the tiny involuntary muscle fiber in the skin inserted in the base of the hair follicle is the: | arrector pili |
| which layer of the hair shaft creates the shine and the smooth, silky feel of healthy hair? | cuticle |
| a lengthwise section of hair shows that cuticle scales overlap and each individual cuticle scale is attached to the: | cortex |
| hair is composed of protein that grows from cells originating within the: | hair follicle |
| a long chain of amino acids linked by peptide bonds is called a: | polypeptide chain |
| all natural hair color is the result of pigment located in the cortex called: | melanin |
| the resting phase or final phase of the hair cycle that lasts until the fully grown hair is shed is the: | telogen phase |
| trichoptilosis is the technical term for: | split ends |
| current research confirms that dandruff is the result of a fungus called: | malassezia |
| a severe type of dandruff characterized by an accumulation of greasy or waxy scalp scaled mixed with sebum is: | pityriasis steatoides |
| an acute, localized bacterial infection of the hair follicle that produces constant pain is a: | furuncle |
| the thickness or diameter of the individual hair strand is referred to as hair: | texture |
| hair that has the largest diameter and usually requires more processing is: | coarse hair |
| the ability of the hair to absorb moisture is: | porosity |
| hair flowing in the same direction, the result of follicles sloping in the same direction form a: | hair stream |
| massage is contraindicated for clients with: | severe, uncontrolled hypertension |
| a stylist should recommend a hair or scalp treatment only after having performed a(n): | hair and scalp exam |
| the hair should never be brushed prior to a: | chemical service |
| brushes with bristles that have tiny overlapping layers or scales, which clean and add luster to the hair are: | natural |
| the water purification process used in the manufacture of cosmetics where water is heated to a vapor then collected as a liquid is: | distillation |
| the lipophilic tail of a surfactant molecule is considered to be: | oil-attracting |
| two conditioning agents that restore moisture and elasticity to the hair shaft are: | protein and biotin |
| shampoos that are created by combining the surfactant base with basic color pigments are: | color-enhancing |
| which of the following conditioning agents removes oil accumulation from the scalp and is used after a scalp treatment before styling? | scalp astringent lotions |
| when securing a cape as draping for a basic shampoo, do not let the cape touch the: | client's skin |
| when manipulating the scalp during a shampoo, begin at the front hairline and work in a(n): | back-and-forth movement |
| do not use high-frequency current on hair treated with tonics or lotions that contain: | alcohol |
| surfaces on the head where the head changes, such as the ears, jaw line, and occipital bone, are referred to as: | reference points |
| placing a comb flat against the nape of the head and finding where the comb leaves the head can be used to locate the: | parietal ridge |
| the area of the head that is between the apex and the back of the parietal ridge is the: | crown |
| the space between two lines or surfaces that intersect at a given point is a(n): | angle |
| the three types of straight lines in hair cutting include all of the following EXCEPT: | straight |
| diagonal lines in a haircut blend long layers into short layers and create: | fullness |
| the line dividing hair at the scalp, separating one section from another, creating subsections is a(n): | parting |
| The guideline where a small slice of a previous subsection is moved to the next position and becomes the new guideline is a: | traveling guide |
| In creating a length increase in the design of graduated and layered haircuts, the technique to use is: | over direction |
| On a layered haircut, if you want the hair to be longer toward the front, overdirect the sections to a stationary guide at the: | back of the ears |
| The conversation where the practitioner finds out what the client is looking for is the: | client consultation |
| The comb used for close tapers on the nape and sides when using a scissor-over-comb technique is a: | barber comb |
| the best overall blade edge for a hair stylist is: | convex |
| when cutting hair, a general rule of thumb is to stand or sit directly in front of the area you are cutting and to keep your body weight: | centered |
| to reduce strain on the index finger and thumb while cutting hair, it is important to: | palm the shears |
| a one-length haircut where all the hair comes to a single hanging level is also known as a: | blunt cut |
| haircuts that generally have less weight than graduated haircuts are: | layered cuts |
| the cutting technique used to layer very long hair and keep weight at the perimeter is: | slide cutting |
| a texturizing performed on the ends of hair using the tips of the shears to remove bulk is: | point cutting |
| when using the slicing technique to remove bulk, the shears should never be completely: | closed |
| electric or battery-operated tools that cut the hair by using two moving blades held in place by a metal plate with teeth are: | clippers |
| the technique that allows you to cut the hair very close to the scalp, creating a flat top or square shape, is: | clipper-over-comb |
| a type of hair gel that makes the hair pliable enough to finger wave is: | waving lotion |
| the stationary foundation of a curl that is also the area closest to the scalp is called the: | base |
| the movement or amount of mobility of a curl is determined by the: | stem |
| pin curls that produce waves that get smaller in size toward the end are: | closed-center curls |
| the most commonly shaped pin curl base is the: | arc base |
| arc pin curls are also known as half-moon or: | c-shape base curls |
| to create curls in hair using rollers, the hair should be wrapped around the roller: | two and a half turns |
| the point where curls of opposite directions meet forming a recessed area is called: | indentation |
| a styling technique used to keep curly hair smooth and straight while retaining shape is: | wrapping |
| the technique of drying and styling damp hair in one operation is: | blow dry styling |
| a blow dryer attachment used to accentuate or keep textural definition is a(n): | diffuser |
| brushes that are used to blow dry precision haircuts where little or no volume is desired are: | classic styling brushes |
| styling foam, a light, airy, whipped styling product that resembles shaving foam, is also called: | mousse |
| the edges on flat irons that create smooth, straight styles on very curly hair are: | straight |
| the edge of a flat iron that is nearest to the stylist is called the: | inner edge |
| as a rule of thumb, coarse and gray hair can withstand more heat than: | fine hair |
| the process of temporarily straightening extremely curly hair by means of a heated comb is called: | hair pressing |
| when executing an up-do, inspect the shape from every angle to make sure it is: | well balanced and proportioned |
| the process of chemically altering the natural wave pattern of hair is: | chemical texture services |
| the range of numbers used in the pH scale is: | 0-14 |
| chemical hair texturizers temporarily raise the pH of the hair in order to: | soften and swell the shafts |
| in permanent waving, the shape and type of curl are determined by the shape and type of rod and the: | wrapping method |
| rods that are equal in diameter along their entire length or curling area are: | straight rods |
| in permanent waving, panels of hair are divided into smaller subsections called: | base sections |
| the angle at which a permanent wave rod is positioned on the head is referred to as: | base direction |
| the two methods of wrapping the hair around a perm rod are: | croquignole and spiral |
| in the croquignole method of wrapping, the hair is wound from: | ends to scalp |
| in permanent waving, the reduction reaction is due to the addition of: | hydrogen |
| most alkaline permanent waves have a pH between: | 9.0 and 9.6 |
| most acid waves used in salons have a pH value between: | 7.8 and 8.2 |
| exothermic waves create a chemical reaction that heats the waving solution and speeds up: | processing |
| hair that has too many disulfide bonds broken and will not hold a firm curl is considered: | over processed |
| the process that stops the action of permanent wave solution and rebuilds the hair into its new form is: | thio neutralization |
| base sections are offset from each other row by row, to prevent noticeable splits, in which wrapping pattern? | bricklay permanent wrap |
| the process of rearranging the basic structure of curly hair into a straighter or smoother form is: | chemical hair relaxing |
| the active ingredient in all hydroxide relaxers is the: | hydrogen ion |
| sodium hydroxide relaxers are commonly called: | lye relaxers |
| relaxers are often marketed and sold as no mix–no lye relaxers are: | potassium hydroxide relaxers |