Cosmetology 1 & 2 AM: Final Exam Review - Part 2

Rafael is midway through a service when he notices that his client Jasmine has a small, fresh cut. After stopping the service, what is the very next thing Rafael should do?

Inform Jasmine of what has happened.

Every client Richard saw on Friday appeared to be in perfect health, showing no signs of disease. On Monday, Richard came down with a bad cold. If it is TRUE that he caught this cold from one of the clients he saw on Friday, what else must also be true?

The client from whom Richard acquired his cold was asymptomatic.

Ingrid's clients have been experiencing inflammation and pain on certain parts of their skin and bodies. Her manager determines that these complaints are most likely the results of biofilms. Which of the following is MOST LIKELY the source of the contamination?

Ingrid's foot spa

Juan goes to the doctor and is diagnosed with pediculosis capitis. Which of the following MOST LIKELY caused this?

head lice from a client, close associate or relative

Ursula, a beauty professional, has been diasnosed with a systemic infection. What must Ursula's condition include?

symptoms spread throughout her body

Colleen has been a beauty professional for more than 15 years. Over time, Colleen has developed a skin condition as a result of repeated exposure to the chemicals used on the job. Colleen's skin condition is a(n) ______ disease.

occupational

Angie has noticed that the nippers she will need to use on her next client have a small amount of blood on them. What will Angie need to do to be able to use the nippers again?

She must decontaminate them.

Omar noticed that there was a small amount of blood on the tool from a cut on his finger. Which of the following is TRUE of Omar's implement?

It is contaminated.

Nancy will not be unable to come in to work for the next three days because her doctor told her she could easily pass her disease on to her coworkers and clients. Nancy's disease is ______.

contagious

Tony has been working hard to reduce not only his risk of infection but also the risk for all of his coworkers. Which of the following would be the LEAST effective measure for Tony to take?

consistent practice of only brief hand shaking with clients

Jasmine's manager has requested that Jasmine mix a solution that will destroy mold. Which of the following will be MOST effective in doing so?

a fungicidal

Heidi is trying to avoid catching a virus that is going around the salon where she works. As part of her efforts, she has not had any physical contact with any of her coworkers. If she has in fact avoided all contact with others, and if the virus is not airborne, which of the following is TRUE?

If Heidi catches the virus, it will only have been through indirect transmission.

Henry has the flu. He knows he most likely acquired the flu through direct transmission. If this is true, in which of the following ways could Henry have caught the flu?

by shaking a client's hand

Yasmine worries about getting sick because she deals with many clients each day. She knows, however, that even though she cannot prevent ______, she can strive to prevent ______ disease while she's at work.

exposure; transmission of

Franca has recently committed a major offense against her license. Who among the following is MOST LIKELY to revoke her license?

the state agency

Wilma works at a federal agency that registers all types of disinfectants sold by manufacturers and used by salons, spas, and barbershops nationwide. For which of the following federal agencies does Wilma work?

the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency

Gustavo only uses the highest level of infection control on his tools and implements. Which of the following does Gustavo do?

Gustavo sterilizes his tools.

Jodie has used soap and warm water to remove all of the visible dirt and debris off of her station and the surrounding area. Jodie has just thoroughly ______ her station.

cleaned

When assisting a client into or out of a hydraulic chair, ______.

always lower the chair to its lowest level

Which of the following is TRUE when children accompany a parent to the salon, spa, or barbershop?

The children should not be left unattended at any time.

When working on the job, your cellphone should be ______.

checked only between clients

Fire extinguishers ______.

must by law be checked regularly

A(n) ______ is contact with nonintact (broken) skin, blood, body fluid, or other infectious materials as a result of the performance of a worker's duties.

exposure incident

OSHA defines PPE as ______.

specialized clothing or equipment worn by an employee for protection against a hazard

A ______ is capable of igniting and burning.

combustible

Often, clients who are just getting sick can be contagious without showing any signs of infection. These clients are considered ______.

asymptomatic

The CDC publishes ______, guidelines that employees and employers agree to with the assumption that any human blood or body fluids are potentially infectious.

Standard Precautions

Which of the following is TRUE of chlorine bleach?

It is an effective disinfectant.

Bleach used in the salon, spa, or barbershop must be EPA registered as a ______.

disinfectant

How long does it usually take for quat solutions to disinfect implements?

10 minutes

If there is no time specified or recommended by the manufacturer of the disinfectant, for how long must a tool be left fully submersed in the disinfectant?

10 minutes

Which of the following will NOT necessarily be on the label of an EPA-registered disinfectant?

the word concentrate

Which of the following is NOT true of disinfectants?

They destroy all bacteria.

Which of the following is TRUE of the process of disinfection?

It eliminates most microorganisms.

When a surface is properly cleaned, the number of contaminants on the surface is ______.

greatly reduced

The first step in infection control is ______.

cleaning

Which of the following is TRUE of sterilization?

It destroys all microbial life including spores.

Which of the following is NOT true of biofilms?

They are highly susceptible to the body's defense mechanisms.

If you get sick as a result to overexposure to chemicals at the workplace, you have contracted a(n) ______.

occupational disease

Which of the following is TRUE of a disease that spreads from one person to another?

It is communicable.

The presence of pus is a sign of ______.

bacterial infection

When it comes to the spread of infectious disease, beauty professionals must be prepared to deal with all EXCEPT which type of potentially harmful organisms?

gases

The difference between respiratory droplets and airborne transmission is ______.

respiratory droplets do not stay in the air as long

Which of the following is TRUE of diseases spread by direct transmission and indirect transmission?

Diseases spread by indirect transmission can live for long periods of time away from a host, whereas those spread by direct transmission cannot.

Which of the following is TRUE of direct and indirect transmission of disease?

Direct transmission requires contact with another person, whereas indirect transmission does not.

Which of the following BEST defines transmission?

the process by which pathogens move between individuals

Which of the following is TRUE of pathogens?

They all reside in different places and affect humans in different ways.

When does a client's impression of a salon, spa, or barbershop begin?

the moment they open the door

Rules and regulations are ______.

more specific than laws

Which of the following would the EPA most likely be involved in regulating?

the safe manufacture of chemical products used in the workplace

Which of the following would OSHA most likely be involved in regulating?

the disposal of chemical products in the workplace

Which of the following is more likely to be governed by state regulatory agencies rather than federal regulatory agencies?

setting guidelines for licensing and enforcing conduct on the job

Which of the following is more likely to be governed by federal regulatory agencies rather than state regulatory agencies?

sale of chemicals used on the job

Which of the following refers to the methods used to eliminate or reduce the transmission of infectious organisms from one individual to another?

infection control

Who informs salons about regulations concerning the required disinfection protocol for foot spas?

the state

Salons must always use a(n) _______-registered hospital disinfectant

EPA

What could happen if a pedicure bath is not properly cleaned?

A footbath that is not properly cleaned can lead to safety concerns for clients.

Whose responsibility is it that proper disinfection procedures are followed?

the salon

The following are safety concerns for salon clients with regard to pedicure baths EXCEPT

scheduled cleaning

Salons must always use an EPA-registered hospital disinfectant that includes all of the following EXCEPT _________________.

pesticide

Sofia is a new cosmetologist at a salon. Her manager noticed that Sofia took a walk-in client after she had only started cleaning and disinfecting her foot spa a few minutes earlier. What is the manager's concern?

Sofia has rushed through cleaning the foot spa.

There are several reasons a small nick could be a problem for a client with health considerations EXCEPT:

Some clients have arthritis.

When giving a pedicure to a client with _________________, be sure to check for signs of infections between the toes.

limited mobility

Josie is an instructor and is discussing safety procedures for clients with special considerations. She says to be mindful when performing a __________ service on clients who are sensitive to heat due to a loss of sensation in the extremities.

paraffin

_____________ is considered a science by many cosmetologists.

Reflexology

Where should you place your fingers (except thumb) when performing a foot massage?

on the top of the foot

When performing a foot and leg massage, be aware of all of the following EXCEPT:

how ticklish the client is

The following are reasons to keep detailed client records EXCEPT:

They remind the cosmetologist of other services that happened in close proximity to the pedicure station in prior services.

What can help make it ergonomically easier for the cosmetologist to work on the client's feet?

pedicure stool

Which of the following is not part of the routine care you provide for your client during a pedicure?

caring for the client's upper legs

A pedicure can include all of the following EXCEPT ______________.

exfoliating the toenails

When did pedicures become the spa industry's fastest-growing service?

1990s

Monique, a cosmetologist, has lace, mesh, and fabric prepared for her client's nail art. What is she using these items as?

stencils

What do you call the nail art upgrade where one color fades into the other and the meeting point is a combination of the two colors?

color fading

All of the following are adaptations that salons can make to accommodate clients with special needs EXCEPT:

Always use a pedicure throne for clients with mobility challenges.

All manicures can be performed using _______ manicure techniques

dry

Treatment manicures may have names that closely represent their purpose. Which manicure would entail exfoliating callused skin?

scrub manicure

What is the massage movement that entails kneading, lifting, squeezing, and pressing of the tissue called?

pétrissage

What is the massage movement in which the hands glide over an area of the body with varying degrees of pressure or contact?

effleurage

Erin's client is choosing a polish color and asks Erin for help. Erin holds the potential polish colors above the client's hand. How does this help the client choose a color?

It helps show which color will complement the client's skin tone.

Paul, fresh out of school, is in the middle of performing a manicure for his potential employer to see. After he finishes, Paul sees that he spent about 50 minutes on the manicure. What would his potential employer think of this?

The employer would be disappointed that Paul took so long to complete a manicure.

When considering the basic manicure as a three-part nail care procedure, which step would be second?

service procedure

Which nail shape would you recommend to a client who has not had a manicure before and would like a more conservative shape?

oval nail

Which nail shape would you recommend to a client who would like a tapered, long nail?

pointed nail

How long should you hold a cotton ball saturated with polish remover on the nail?

10 seconds

What would you recommend to a client who is dealing with weak nails and could use the benefits of collagen on the nails?

nail hardener

Marielle, a new cosmetologist, is file prepping. Why is it important she takes this action?

File prepping removes sharp edges from the file, which prevents it from cutting clients.

How would you handle your gloves during a manicure and pedicure appointment for the same client?

You should use different gloves for each service.

Julie is working on a client's manicure and grabs a spatula to remove product from its container. Julie accidently touches her client's hand with the plastic spatula. What should she do?

Julie should throw out the spatula.

Which of the following abrasives should be used with caution and generally not on natural nails?

lower-grit abrasives

Which of the following would be used to remove surface debris during a service?

nylon nail brush

Which of the following materials is best for a multiuse tool?

stainless steel

Which of the following multiuse implements should be held at a 20- to 30-degree angle from the nail plate?

metal pusher

Which piece of equipment is used to kill microorganisms and their spores and sterilize implements and tools?

autoclave

Which of the following pieces of equipment is made from plastic, metal, glass, or ceramic?

finger bowl

Which of the following pieces of equipment should be selected for ergonomics, comfort, durability, resistance to staining, and ease of cleaning?

cosmetologist's chair

What type of bulb should you use for your adjustable lamp when manicuring?

40 to 60 watts

What is the average length for a manicure table?

36 to 48 inches

Why is it important to know the scope of work on your license?

Regulations differ for every state.

The list of services that you are legally allowed to perform within your license in your state is called what?

scope of practice