Which of the following functions of the skin is melanin involved in?
A.
Heat regulation
B.
Sensitivity
C.
Protection
D.
Absorption
4.
Which of the following helps to warm the body?
A.
Vasoconstriction
B.
Vasodilation
C.
Sweating
D.
Melanin
5.
The skin is also known as the organ of what?
A.
Touch
B.
Taste
C.
Hearing
D.
Smell
6.
Which of the following helps to cool the body?
A.
Shivering
B.
Vasoconstriction
C.
Absorption
D.
Sweating
7.
Which type of skin is usually sallow, dull or shiny with uneven texture and enlarged pores, particularly down the central T-zone with blackheads and papules?
A.
Mature skin
B.
Dry skin
C.
Oily skin
D.
Normal skin
8.
Which skin type generally has a central oily T zone, with the cheeks and neck showing a normal or dry skin?
A.
A dry skin type
B.
An oily skin type
C.
A combination skin type
D.
A normal skin type
9.
Which of the following describes a dry skin?
A.
Shows signs of ageing, thinner with loss of firmness
B.
Appears thin with fine lines, no visible pores, sometimes broken capillaries and flakiness and may feel tight
C.
Even in colour, with fine, clear texture, soft, smooth, supple but firm, with a balance of oil and moisture
D.
Tends to be more supple but more reactive to irritation such as rashes
10.
Which of the following skin types tends to have a slightly yellow skin tone with a sallow tinge, is often oily but smooth and evenly coloured and tends to age well but is more prone to hyper-pigmentation?
A.
Asian skin
B.
Black skin
C.
White skin
D.
Mature skin
11.
Which of the following skin types is fair in colour often with freckles, tends to age more quickly and be more sensitive to UV rays and external stimuli?
A.
Indian Asian skin
B.
Oriental Asian skin
C.
Black skin
D.
White skin
12.
Which of the following best describes a black skin?
A.
Tends to be predominantly yellow in tone with a sallow tinge, ages well but is more prone to hyper-pigmentation
B.
Fair in colour often with freckles, tends to age more quickly and be more sensitive to UV rays and external stimuli
C.
Produces a large amount of melanin and can vary greatly in shades and generally has greater protection from UV rays. Tends to be more supple with delayed aging effects but also more prone to keloid scarring
D.
Usually has a high colour and signs of dilated capillaries. Tends to be easily stimulated and often becomes red or blotchy and responds quickly to treatment
13.
Which of the following best describes a papule?
A.
Sebum trapped in a blind duct with no surface opening
B.
Small inflamed elevation of the skin that is filled with fluid/pus
C.
Small inflamed elevation of the skin that does not contain fluid/pus
D.
A build up of sebaceous secretions which have become trapped in the hair follicle
14.
Which of the following is the most likely cause of open pores?
A.
An allergic reaction
B.
An oily skin
C.
A sensitive skin
D.
Wearing too much make-up
15.
Which of the following best describes a milia?
A.
Sebum trapped in a blind duct with no surface opening
B.
Small inflamed elevation of the skin that is filled with fluid/pus
C.
Small inflamed elevation of the skin that does not contain fluid/pus
D.
A build-up of sebaceous secretions which have become trapped in the hair follicle
16.
What are comedones commonly known as?
A.
Blackheads
B.
Whiteheads
C.
Moles
D.
Spots
17.
Which of the following best describes a comedone?
A.
Sebum trapped in a blind duct with no surface opening
B.
Small inflamed elevation of the skin that is filled with fluid/pus
C.
Small inflamed elevation of the skin that does not contain fluid/pus
D.
A build-up of sebaceous secretions which have become trapped in the hair follicle
18.
What are the characteristics of sensitive skin?
A.
Dehydrated with a dull appearance
B.
Fine texture with a tendency towards broken capillaries
C.
Thick with pigmentation spots
D.
Oily with a sallow appearance
19.
Which of the following best describes a pustule?
A.
Sebum trapped in a blind duct with no surface opening
B.
Small inflamed elevation in the skin that is filled with fluid/pus
C.
Small solid inflammatory elevation of the skin that does not contain pus
D.
A build-up of sebaceous secretions which have become trapped in the hair follicle
20.
Which of the following is an indication of a dehydrated skin?
A.
Red and blotchy
B.
Enlarged pores and comedones
C.
Superficial lines and flaking
D.
Loss of elasticity and firmness
21.
Dark circles under the eyes are most likely to affect:
A.
Dark skinned clients
B.
Fair skinned clients
C.
Clients with sensitive skin
D.
They can affect any skin colour or type
22.
Why may psoriasis be contraindicated to treatment?
A.
Because it will contaminate products
B.
Because it may be uncomfortable for the client
C.
Because it is a fungal infection
D.
Because it is contagious
23.
Which of the following best describes eczema?
A.
A bacterial infection which causes blisters which weep and leave a thick yellow crust
B.
Skin becomes extremely dry and itchy causing varying degrees of discomfort with scaly dry patches
C.
A chronic inflammatory disease characterised by red patches covered with silvery scales that are constantly shed
D.
A viral infection appearing as small blisters that will dry up leaving a crust which falls off
24.
Which of the following best describes conjunctivitis?
A.
Eyelid appears red, sore and swollen with a boil at the base of the eyelash
B.
Small blisters which will dry up leaving a crust which falls off
C.
Large blisters which weep and leave a thick yellow crust
D.
Eyes are red, sore and itching
25.
Why is conjunctivitis contraindicated to treatment?
A.
Because the eyes will water too much
B.
Because it is a bacterial infection
C.
Because it is a fungal infection
D.
Because the client will not be able to keep their eyes closed
26.
Why is a cold sore a contraindication to treatment?
A.
Because it is a viral infection
B.
Because it is a bacterial infection
C.
Because it is a fungal infection
D.
Because it is an infestation
27.
Why may eczema be contraindicated to treatment?
A.
Because it is contagious
B.
Because it is a bacterial infection
C.
Because it is a fungal infection
D.
Because it may cause discomfort to the client
28.
Which of the following best describes psoriasis?
A.
A bacterial infection which causes blisters which weep and leave a thick yellow crust
B.
Skin becomes extremely dry and itchy causing varying degrees of discomfort with scaly dry patches
C.
A chronic inflammatory disease characterised by red patches covered with silvery scales that are constantly shed
D.
A viral infection appearing as small blisters that will dry up leaving a crust which falls off
29.
Which of the following best describes eczema?
A.
A bacterial infection which causes blisters which weep and leave a thick yellow crust
B.
Skin becomes extremely dry and itchy causing varying degrees of discomfort with scaly dry patches
C.
A chronic inflammatory disease characterised by red patches covered with silvery scales that are constantly shed
D.
A viral infection appearing as small blisters that will dry up leaving a crust which falls off
30.
When would bruising restrict the service?
A.
After it has healed
B.
When it is infectious
C.
For a minimum of 3 months
D.
When it is severe
31.
Which of the following make-up products would be incorrect to use on a client with dry and flaky skin patches left from eczema that has healed?
A.
Cosmetic powders
B.
Cosmetic creams
C.
Hypo-allergenic products
D.
Non-fragranced products
32.
Which of the following statements is correct with regard to eczema and psoriasis?
A.
Eczema and psoriasis are both highly contagious
B.
Eczema and psoriasis require medical permission before treating
C.
Eczema and psoriasis are not contagious
D.
Eczema and psoriasis require the client to sign an informed consent form before treating
33.
Which of the following could be a contra-action to a make-up product?
A.
Watery eyes
B.
Acne
C.
Comedones
D.
Impetigo
34.
What action should you take if a client had a contra-action to a make-up product?
A.
Remove the product and apply a hot compress to the affected area
B.
Remove the product and try another one
C.
Remove the product and apply a warm compress to the affected area
D.
Remove the product and apply a cold compress to the affected area
