Extra Ibec info

Section I

People who are on Retin A use a insulated probe if there is skin sensitivity

How often should you verify proper use and function of sterilization equipment

low concentration of AHA is primarily to decrease the adhesion of corneocytes, cells of the outer layer of the epidermis

dermabrasion is with a abrasive device (diamond particles or wire brush)

Tetracyclines are considered bacteriostatic, which means they do not kill bacteria but keep them from multiplying

Galvanic blend do not work on the entire pregnancy , but you can work on the lower bikini line during the first 2 trimesters (6 months)

connective tissue cells (mesenchymal cells), in the dermis nearby the hair follicle

bulb and bulge for electrolysis target

For treatment of hirsutism, electrolysis should not be performed until hormonal therapy has been used for at least 6 months

treatment for hirsutism: birth control pills, spironolactone (aldactone) corticosteroids (prednisone, dexamethasone), GnRH analogs, Induction of Ovulation (clomid or serophene)

GnRH completely inhibit the production by pituitary of FSH and LHA

Signs of virilism are amenorrhea, marked as hirsutism, enlarged clitoris, lowering of the voice

Dilantin is for epilepsy

Exocrine and endocrine are the two type of glands in the body

3 classes of prostaglandins - A,E,F

Hypersecretion of growth causes gigantism

Hyposecretion of growth causes dwarfism

Calcitonin decreases | parathyroid increases

Calcitonin prevents harmful excess of calcium in the blood, a condition called hypercalcemia

Hyposecretion of thyroid hormones during formative years leads to a condition called cretinism, a slow metabolic rate, retarded growth and sexual development/ mental retardation

Low metabolic rate that characterizes myxedema leads to lessened mental and physical vigor, weight gain and loss of hair / swelling issues

aldosterone is the main chief mineral corticosteroid

Aldosterone increases blood sodium and decreases blood potassium, by influencing the kidney tubules

Adrenal medulla produces an anti inflammatory effect

Another effect produced by glucocorticoids is called their anti immunity, antiallergic effect

Insulin decreases | Glucagon increases

Insulin is the only hormone that can decrease blood glucose concentration

Thymus is located in the mediastinum

PCOS has my treatments one of them is “ovarian drilling surgery”

Insulin resistance can also be a sign of acanthosis nigricans

Ovaries make androgens that is normally converted immediately to estrogen by a process called aromatization

Estrogen is responsible for the increased production of SHBG (sex binding hormone Globulin) in the liver

too much testosterone = hirsutism

Amenorrhea is the absence of menstruation

Dysmenorrhea painful menstruation

Section II

AEA adopted infection prevention standards for electrolysis

Autoclave, dry clave = FDA regulates

Biological, chemical indicators = FDA regulates

Ultrasonic units are cleaned and dried daily

Sterilizers should have visible physical indicators (thermometers, timers)

Hospital grade disinfectants are registered with the EPA and should be used for surface cleaning

Sinks and toilets should be cleaned daily

Reusable items like pillowcases and towels should be placed in a container labeled “soiled laundry”

Intermediate level or low level hospital grade disinfectants are registered with the EPA

Astringents are not effective antiseptic, they are appropriate to use in post treatment

Skin protectant products are over the counter products regulated by the FDA

The spore strip test usually contain a mixture of geobacillus stearothermophilus spores and bacillus atrophaeus spores

Transient flora which colonizes the superficial layer of the skin, more capable to removal by hand washing

Resident flora, attaches to deep layers of the skin, more resistant to removal

liquid antimicrobial hand soaps contain ingredients like : chlorhexidine gluconate, chloroxylenol and triclosan

Some hyphae bear structures known as sporangia, which tonatin a multiplicity of pigmented, air borne spores

Section III

High blood pressure medication such as minoxidil is a potent hypersentesive and is also used to stimulate hair growth in scalp balding

Surgeries such as a hysterectomy or thyroidectomy will cause hormonal changes in women causing hair growth

Hair that grows suddenly, at any age can indicate a medical problem. endocrine disorder or a side effect of medication

If a client takes prophylactic antibiotics for dental or medical procedures, then they may be at risk for bacterial endocarditis or cardiac infection

PCOS linked with insulin resistance which is type 2

american indians have one of the highest rates of diabetes in the world

type 1 is equal among men and women but more common in white people

type 2 is more common among old people and fat people, occurs mainly in people of color

Preventive care for eyes, kidneys, feet; detecting and treating diabetic eye disease with laser therapy, comprehensive foot care programs to reduce amputation, detecting early diabetic kidney disease, treatment with Angiotensin Converting Enzyme ACE inhibitors or blockers

women with gestational diabetes are NOT at increased risk for developing diabetic retinotherapy

autonomic neurotherapy can also cause hypoglycemia unawareness

erythromycin, metoclopramide may be prescribed to relieve severe gastrointestinal problems

patients with liver cirrhosis should NOT take acarbose

patients with diabetes are at increased risk for being hospitalized for influenza and they also may be at risk for bacteremic form of pneumococcal infection as well as nosocomial bacteremia

The optimal control point for fine motor activity is located at about heart height in the mid sagittal plane

the most flexible magnification system is either a headband mounted or a flip up telescope with true vertical adjustment

front chin angle is usually 60 degrees | front neck and throat is usually 30 degrees

if skin is too shiny apply a thin layer of calamine lotion to dull the skin

the first objective of the electrologist is to determine the depth which to treat the hair in a given area

“virgin growth” applies to superfluous hair condition that has not been tweezed, cut or tampered with in the previous 8 months or longer

virgin hair on women is usually, foreheads, hairline and necklines

virgin hair men is usually, most back, shoulders and chest

vellus comedones are more of a skin rather than a hair problem

high pain threshold is the ideal patient

As a rule older patrons are less sensitive than young patrons

on the body the most sensitive area is the region surrounding the nipple

people that blush easily have a thin epidermis, red quickly but return to normal quickly

the moisture content of any particular skin area is determined by the number of moisture laden cells

inflammation turns on the entire wound healing process

mast cells are responsible for the onset of inflammation and play a vital role in the healing process

lysed means to be broken down

if a bruise is developing quickly apply pressure with your finger for a minute to collapse the blood vessels

Low intensity on dark people

communication is the most important tool for good post treatment care results

Section IV

arthur hinkel devised the term “unit of lye” because hinkel created the blend

Section V

two piece probe is flimsier than the one piece

Section VI

the practice of electrology includes: health history assessment, discussion with the clients goals and expectations, client education, development and ongoing treatment plan, referral to other health professions

client records shall be maintained for a period of 7 years from the date of entry or as specified under state law

AEA infection prevention standards are followed in the absence of government laws and regulations

electrologist discuss fees or other charges prior to the services

Back of IBEC | HISTORY OF LASERS |

Section I

as the fluence increases so does the thermal injury to the target chromophore and surrounding tissue

pulses width is limited to less than the thermal relaxation time of the chromophore

air cooling is zimmer cooling

spatial coherence is typically expressed through the output being a narrow beam

temporal (or longitudinal) coherence implies a polarized wave at single frequency whose phase is correlated over a relatively great distance along the beam

photomechanical destruction of tissue is with the purpura induced by the high fluence short pulse width pulsed dye laser

photochemical reactions occur with endogenous or exogenous photosensitizers

selective photothermolysis was developed by john parish and rox anderson

Section II

ANSI, OSHA, FDA regulating safety for providers and clients

examine/document fiber for breaks or other damage every day

examine fiber for debris weekly

laser irradiation may cause the eye to become damage at the cornea, retina and lens

clean eyewear with alcohol free soap

damage to the cornea may feel gritty/ painful but heals quickly

PUPIL SIZE- shrinking of pupil diameter reduces the amount of total energy delivered to the retinal surface

DEGREE OF PIGMENTATION- more pigment results in more heat absorption

SIZE OF THE RETINAL IMAGE- the larger the size, the greater the damage because temperature equilibrium must be achieved to do damage

the rate of equilibrium formation is determined by the size of image

laser generated containments- change filter according to manufacturers

class 3R, 3B or class 3 is POTENTIALLY hazardous under some direct and specular reflection, not a threat for fire or diffuse reflection

CO2 is a typical far infrared medical laser

Argon and KTP lasers are typical visible medical lasers

PSS (plume scavenging system) a filter with activated carbon for trapping gases

surgical masks do NOT eliminate the risk of infection

Section III

avoid self tanning 7 days prior to treatment

clients on blood thinners may bruise easier (DON’T TREAT WITHOUT MD)

skin types 1-3 have been shown to have low MED (minimal erythema dose) compared to 4-6

a higher degree of pre ablative increases the risk of hyperpigmentation and hypopigmentation after treatment

do not view the main beam or a laser target in the wavelength range of 310 - 2800 nm without laser safety filters

if using gauze soak, wet the gauze with water first

Section IV

methods or photorejuvenation include; photodynamic therapy. radio frequency, IPL, laser

avoid tanning beds 4 weeks and self tanning 7 days

pikolderma clients tend to have a good amount of tissue reaction- hemoglobin and melanin

treating near the eye, doctors recommend sleeping with their head elevated for 2-3 nights

SPF factor indicates how long you can be exposed

Section V

unusual amount of edema, the parameters should be re-evaluated and adjusted if necessary

splattering- when hair splatters onto the skin

advice the patient to return in 6-8 weeks

use sunscreen everyday and before and after a treatment

yellow or white marker, usually white though