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PA Esthetician State Board Exam Practice Questions and Answers 100% Verified, Exams of Cosmetology

The procedures that may be legally performed, as defined by a local regulatory agency are referred to as the: ✔✔Scope Of Practice Clinical Term for REDNESS ✔✔Erythema Why is a superficial fungal infection able to occur on specific areas of the skin? ✔✔The skin remains moist Dermabrasion is used to treat all of the following EXCEPT: ✔✔Sunken Cheeks

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PA Esthetician State Board Exam
Practice Questions and Answers 100%
Verified
The procedures that may be legally performed, as defined by a local regulatory agency are
referred to as the: ✔✔Scope Of Practice
Clinical Term for REDNESS ✔✔Erythema
Why is a superficial fungal infection able to occur on specific areas of the skin? ✔✔The skin
remains moist
Dermabrasion is used to treat all of the following EXCEPT: ✔✔Sunken Cheeks
Which of the following is NOT a result of collagen or fat injections? ✔✔Evening out of
pigmentation
A physician who specializes in diagnosing & treating diseases of the skin and nails is known as
a: ✔✔Dermatologist
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The procedures that may be legally performed, as defined by a local regulatory agency are referred to as the: ✔✔Scope Of Practice

Clinical Term for REDNESS ✔✔Erythema

Why is a superficial fungal infection able to occur on specific areas of the skin? ✔✔The skin remains moist

Dermabrasion is used to treat all of the following EXCEPT: ✔✔Sunken Cheeks

Which of the following is NOT a result of collagen or fat injections? ✔✔Evening out of pigmentation

A physician who specializes in diagnosing & treating diseases of the skin and nails is known as a: ✔✔Dermatologist

The therapeutic use of marine plants to cleanse and revitalize the skin and body is known as: ✔✔Algotherapy

Soaking a clean towel in the liquid from both an infusion and decoction and applying it to a specific area of the body is known as: ✔✔Formentation

The natural substance that prevents bacterial growth on the skin with external application is called an: ✔✔Antiseptic

The treatment in which requires a patient to be anesthetized is called: ✔✔Dermabrasion

A makeup Application is: ✔✔80% art & 20% science

A product that purifies and balances the skin's pH level is a: ✔✔Toner

"Wide-set" eyes have a space between the eyes greater than the: ✔✔Width of an eye (1)

A vascular disorder characterized by flushed redness,dialed capillaries and small red bumps. ✔✔Rosacea

Skin type that displays a few breakouts or clogged areas ✔✔Normal

Which area should NOT be stimulated by petrissage movements. ✔✔Eyes

A systematic,therapeutic method of manipulating the body by rubbing, pinching, tapping, kneading or stroking is known as: ✔✔Massage

Sunscreens contain: ✔✔Blockers & Absorbers

The results that the ingredients deliver are called: ✔✔Benefits

The size of the pores is most visible on the: ✔✔Cheek Area

The lifestyle factor that robs nutrients and oxygen from the skin are: ✔✔Smoking

Number 1 factor in the extrinsic again process ✔✔Amount of Sun Exposure

The congenital disease that results in the failure of the skin to produce melanin is: ✔✔Albonism

The name of the connective tissue that holds bones to other bones to form joints is: ✔✔Ligaments

A strong protein substance that, when broken down, forms bundles that strengthen and give structure to the skin is: ✔✔Collagen

Acids or bases used to adjust the desired product pH level are called: ✔✔pH adjustors

Organic ingredients that bind water and deposit it into the skin is called: ✔✔Humectants

Ingredients responsible for producing the desired effects are called: ✔✔Active Ingredients

The body's state of balance is referred to as: ✔✔Homeostasis

This is NOT a type of muscle tissue ✔✔Myology

Separate body structures that perform specific functions are called: ✔✔Organs

Groups of called of the same kind of makeup are: ✔✔Tissues

Which of the following is the control center of cell actives? ✔✔Nucleus

The study of the organs and systems of the body is called: ✔✔Anatomy

How do you react in the event of a cut, scratch or embedded object eye injury? ✔✔Secure gauze pad or cloth with a bandage

Tools and Instruments used to puncture or invade the skin must be sterilized or ✔✔Disposable

The second level of infection control that does not eliminate bacterial spores is called: ✔✔Disinfection

This is a disease that is easily spread from one person to another. ✔✔Contagious Disease

Head Lice, itch mites, ringworm and nail fungus are all diseases caused by: ✔✔External Parasite

One-celled microorganisms that are either disease-producing or non disease producing are called: ✔✔Bacteria

A skin care service center should keep all records of daily sales and services for atleast: ✔✔Six Months

Insurance Policy required by LAW ✔✔Worker's Compensation

The reservoir of cash that is needed to stay ahead of creditors is called: ✔✔Operating Capital

The average number of hours of sleep needed per night to function properly is: ✔✔6-8 hours

Which of the following is caused by hormonal imbalances, and typically affects women by causing dark hair to grow in areas of the body such as face,arms,legs and back? ✔✔Hirsutism

Excessive Hair growth which is genetically determined is called: ✔✔Hypertrichosis

Hair growth on the scalp ✔✔Capilla

Thick,coarse hair that grows on the face and forms a beard ✔✔Barb

Eyelash Hair ✔✔Cilia

Eyebrow Hair ✔✔Supercilia

Soft, downy hair on the body at birth ✔✔Lanugo

Thin, soft, unpigmented hair covering the body ✔✔Villus

Which of the following is thicker, pigmented hair that grows on areas of the body after puberty? ✔✔terminal

1st & Longest Phase where hair actively grows is called: ✔✔Anagen Phase

The stage where the hair begins to destroy itself as it disconnects from the papilla is called: ✔✔Catagen Phase

The phase in which the hair sheds, and the follicle rests and prepares to resume to the anagen phase ✔✔Telogen Phase

How long are chemical depilatories generally left on the skin? ✔✔10 minutes

The method of hair removal that requires the technician to insert a small needle into each hair follicle? ✔✔Electrolysis

A person who specializes in electrolysis is called: ✔✔Electrologist

a light, relaxing, smooth, gentle stroking or circular movement used in massage: ✔✔Effleurage

Most important massage movement ✔✔Petrissage

The massage movement that is the most stimulating & is used for the shortest amount of time: ✔✔tapotement

A massage motion that resembles a chopping movement using the edges of the hands is known as: ✔✔hacking

A substance or ingredient likely to cause an allergic reaction ✔✔Allergen

Dilated capillaries that can be treated with gentle massage and soothing,mild products are referred to as: ✔✔Telangiectasia

The study of the skin's functions ✔✔Skin Physiology

The Protective Layer of the skin ✔✔Epidermis

The epidermis is primarily composed of: ✔✔Keratinocytes

Toughest layer of the epidermis ✔✔Stratum Corneum

Keratinocytes on the surface of the skin remain tightly interconnected by intercellular connections called: ✔✔Desmosomes

"spiny" irregular shipped cells are located in the: ✔✔Stratum Spinosum

The layer of the skin in which the cells are more regularly shaped and resemble many tiny granules is the: ✔✔Stratum Granulosum

Male hormone that influences the production of sebum? ✔✔Androgen

The structure that insulates and acts as a shock absorber to protect the bones? ✔✔Subcutaneous Layer

A change in a substance that creates a new substance with different material characteristics from those original substances are: ✔✔Chemical Change

Positive electrical charge and identify the atom? ✔✔Protons

Negative Electrical charge ✔✔Electrons

Chemically uniting two different elements ✔✔Compound

materials that dissolve and break down large molecules into smaller ones are: ✔✔enzymes

A simple unit of a carbohydrate ✔✔Saccharide

The solid, or dissolved part of a solution is called: ✔✔Solute

Solvents that easily mix together are called: ✔✔Miscible

The term that describes when a solute will no longer dissolve evenly in the solvent is the: ✔✔Saturation Point

Average pH range of the skin ✔✔4.5-6.

Which ingredients listed below is compatible with both water and oil? ✔✔Emulsifiers

which of the following have the ability to bind a wide range of organic and inorganic matter to water? ✔✔Surfactants

The promotion and advertising of cosmetics and many other products are regulated by the: ✔✔FTC

The flow of electricity moving along a conductor is called: ✔✔Electric Current

The electric current in which electrons move at an even rate and flow only in one directions is called: ✔✔Direct Current

Two metal pieces that make contact with each other to allow the flow of electric current are found only on a: ✔✔Circuit Breaker

The direct current used in electrotherapy treatments : ✔✔Galvanic

The type of phoresis is often used in desincrusitation: ✔✔Anaphoresis

Negatively charged electrode: ✔✔Cathode

Tesla, A high frequency current is also known as: ✔✔Voilet Rays