PSI Cosmetology Practice Exam

Which is the BEST thing to do FIRST in the even of a minor burn?

Immerse in cold water.

All of the following require the use of gloves EXCEPT

plain manicure.

Which company certifies the safety of pedicure chairs and hair dryers?

Underwriters Laboratories

Why do tuberculocidal disinfectants require special handling? (\***)

They require special method of disposal.

Which is the FIRST step if you get blood or other potentially infectious materials in your eyes, nose, mouth, or on broken skin?

Immediately flood the exposed area with water.

Sterilization is the ONLY type of cleaning that will kill which of the following?

bacterial spores

Which is the BEST recommendation for applying acrylic fingernail products?

Work at a ventilated work table

All of the following can be used to remove a callus from the foot EXCEPT (\***)

blades.

Which of the following is a device that uses steam to sterilize equipment and deactivate bacteria, viruses, fungi, and spores?

Autoclave

Which of the following is the Decontamination Method 2 for blood or other infectious materials on items? (\***)

cleaning then sterilizing

Which is the first step in disinfecting implements?

Scrub with soap and water

Which of the following should you offer a client, for draping, when waxing underarms?

terry wrap

Which of the following is a sterilizer approved for salon use? (\***)

Autoclave

Which of the following is the FIRST step in properly cleaning a footpath tub? (\***)

Drain the water from a footpath and remove any visible debris.

Which of the following is the FIRST step in responding to a blood exposure incident?

Stop the service

All of the following are viruses that plague humans EXCEPT

milaria rubra

All of the following are examples of antimicrobial pesticides EXCEPT

algaecide

Chemical safety includes all of the following EXCEPT (\***)

use of products in unlabeled containers.

Which is the lowest level of decontamination? (\***)

Sanitizing a surface

Which is the meaning of nonpathogenic?

harmless organisms that may perform useful functions

Which is an example of a parasite? (\***)

Scabies

For which purpose would the use of hospital grade disinfectants be appropriate?

to clean blood and bodily fluids off surfaces

Which of the following should be completed before every waxing service to ensure that the client has a thorough understanding of the procedure? (\***)

release form

Which is the appropriate treatment for eye irritation?

Flush eye with plenty of clean water

Which is a place used for storing disinfected tools and implements in the salon?

covered container

Which disinfectant is appropriate for stopping the take over of the host cell's reproductive function?

Universal Precautions

Where do the guidelines for human blood and body fluids come from? (\***)

Universal Precautions

OSHA regulates all of these EXCEPT

evaluation of skilled and competent services.

Which of the following are the qualifications to be an EPA approved disinfectant?

A virucide, fungicide, bactericide, and disinfectant.

Which of the following effects on your body is from the endocrine system?

Hormone balance

When muscles become fatigued during a service, your client will benefit from all of the following EXCEPT

occipitalis pinch.

Which of the following describes the path of an alternating electrical current in devices such as hair dryers and curling irons? (\***)

travels in two directions

Which of the following products have no pH?

Nail polishes

Which of the following is BEST to consult when in doubt about how to use a product?

Manufacturer's instructions

Which of the following refers to hair elasticity?

stretchability and strength of the hair

Which of the following hair types has the smallest diameter and is more fragile?

fine hair texture

All of the following are permanent treatments for abnormal hair growth EXCEPT (\***)

epilation

Which of the following is the brief transition period between the growth and resting phases of a hair follicle? (\***)

catagen phase

The MOST important factors to consider in hair analysis include all of the following EXCEPT

growth pattern

Which type of scalp treatment should be used if there is a deficiency of naturals oils on the scalp and hair?

Dry hair and scalp treatment

Which of the following terms BEST describes a procedure or condition that may produce undesirable side effects during a scalp massage due to any medical issues a client may have?

Contraindicated

Which type of shampoo contains an active agent that binds to metals and removes them from the hair? (\***)

Clarifying shampoo

Which of the following is the NEXT step that occurs after the scalp has been thoroughly shampooed?

Condition hair

Which is the BEST hairstyle for the round facial type? (\***)

create height or volume on top and no volume at the sides

All of the following are determined during the client consultation based on their needs and desires EXCEPT

income.

Which of the following should ALWAYS be done during a proper cross-checking? (\***)

Cross-check opposite of cut partings.

Which of the following applies to wig care? (\***)

Color-treated shampoo.

Which of the following determines the temperature setting of the iron?

Texture.

Which of the following is the elevation for a blunt cut?

Zero-degree

Which of the following is MOST recommended for use by a new cutter to remove excess bulk? (\***)

Thinning shears

Which haircut technique involves the tips of the scissors being pointed toward the hair ends rather than into them? (\***)

Notching

Which of the following is the main ingredient in traditional waving lotions?

Karaya gum

Head blocks are BEST used for which of the following?

Practicing.

All of the following are safety tips for the use of thermal styling irons EXCEPT (\***)

holding the iron firmly ensures even curls

Understanding the effects of which of the following will help create any desired shaping? (\***)

Elevation

Which of the following proportions do you consider before designing a hair style?

Clients body shape and size.

Which lines create length and height in a hair design? (\***)

vertical

Which of the following density and texture combinations would create the MOST volume in a hair style? (\***)

Thick-coarse hair.

Which of the following number of sections of hair are required for fishtail braids?

2 sections

Which of the following texture applies to braid analysis? (\***)

Coil configuration.

Which of the following conditioners should NOT be used on braids?

Creamy

When analyzing the hair before a chemical relaxer, it is necessary to evaluate the hair for all of the following EXCEPT

color.

Which permanent wave has a pH-balance of 9.0-9.6? (\***)

cold wave

When performing a basic permanent wrap, the hair should be divided into how many panels?

9

Which of the following is the term for an oily cream used to protect the skin and scalp during hair relaxing?

Base cream

When using relaxers incorrectly, which of the following could happen?

the hair melts.

When using a chemical relaxer, it changes the shape of the hair by breaking down which of the following?

Disulfide bonds

When performing a scalp analysis, which scalp condition would indicate that a chemical service should NOT be performed?

Scalp abrasions

All of the following are reasons to perform a strand test EXCEPT

to determine the type of shampoo that is best for the hair.

All of the following are relaxers EXCEPT

lanthionine relaxers.

In which of the following areas would you start a retouch application?

Area most resistant.

All of the following are toners EXCEPT (\***)

low lightening.

Which of the following hair conditions resists color?

Low porosity

All of the following are characteristics of temporary hair color EXCEPT (\***)

chemical change to hair shaft.

Which of the following equalizes porosity? (\***)

Fillers

Which step would be performed prior to applying a single-process color on virgin hair?

parting dry hair

All of the following are determined by a strand test in a color service EXCEPT

how much color to use for service.

All of the following are color units of measurements EXCEPT (\***)

dominant.

Which of the following would under-lightened hair leave behind?

Orange tint

Which of the following hair color procedures will lighten hair prior to depositing color?

double process

All of the following are roles of the alkalizer EXCEPT (\***)

making a physical change.

Which of the following helps soften tissues, making it more accepting of moisturizers and other treatment products?

Facial steamer

Which are considered cool makeup colors for dark skin when applying makeup? (\***)

dark olive, blue, blue-black, ebony

Which product would help skin pigmentation blend better?

Concealer closely matched.

All of the following are considered corrective facial skin conditions EXCEPT

skin tone

Which of the following is used to make artificial eyelashes adhere, or stick to the natural lash line?

lash adhesive

All of the following are massage manipulations EXCEPT

circulation.

Which of the following types of hair removal has an advantage of removing hair even if it is only 1/8-inch long? (\***)

sugaring

Which of the following types of hair removal uses a caustic alkali preparation?

depilatories

Which of the following is the correct way to apply a thin coat of wax when shaping the eyebrow?

apply going in the same direction as the hair growth

Which of the following will cause a nail tip to crack? (\***)

Trimming with a fingernail clipper

Which of the following steps would be performed during an acrylic maintenance procedure?

Smooth down ledge of existing product

Which abrasive file would you use to shape a weak natural nail? (\***)

240 grit

Which of the following type of UV lamps are most common for nails?

9 watt lamp

All of the following are classified as equipment used in nail services EXCEPT (\***)

abrasive board.

Which of the following massage movements should EVERY massage begin and end with?

effleurage

All of the following products are needed in the application of a nail wrap EXCEPT (\***)

a monomer.

All of the following are functions of the nail EXCEPT (\***)

decreases sensitivity in fingertips.

Which product would you use to prevent polish from staining the nail bed?

Base coat

All of the following are benefits of a paraffin wax treatment EXCEPT

eases eczema.