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PSI Cosmetology Practice Test Questions
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Which is the BEST thing to do FIRST in the even of a minor burn? - ANSWER Immerse in cold water.
All of the following require the use of gloves EXCEPT - ANSWER plain manicure.
Which company certifies the safety of pedicure chairs and hair dryers? - ANSWER Underwriters Laboratories
Why do tuberculocidal disinfectants require special handling? (***) - ANSWER 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? - ANSWER Immediately flood the exposed area with water.
Sterilization is the ONLY type of cleaning that will kill which of the following? - ANSWER bacterial spores
Which is the BEST recommendation for applying acrylic fingernail products? - ANSWER Work at a ventilated work table
All of the following can be used to remove a callus from the foot EXCEPT (***) - ANSWER blades.
Which of the following is a device that uses steam to sterilize equipment and deactivate bacteria, viruses, fungi, and spores? - ANSWER Autoclave
Which of the following is the Decontamination Method 2 for blood or other infectious materials on items? (***) - ANSWER cleaning then sterilizing
Which is the first step in disinfecting implements? - ANSWER Scrub with soap and water
Which of the following should you offer a client, for draping, when waxing underarms? - ANSWER terry wrap
Which of the following is a sterilizer approved for salon use? (***) - ANSWER Autoclave
Which of the following is the FIRST step in properly cleaning a footpath tub? (***) - ANSWER 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? - ANSWER Stop the service
All of the following are viruses that plague humans EXCEPT - ANSWER milaria rubra
All of the following are examples of antimicrobial pesticides EXCEPT - ANSWER algaecide
Chemical safety includes all of the following EXCEPT (***) - ANSWER use of
OSHA regulates all of these EXCEPT - ANSWER evaluation of skilled and competent services.
Which of the following are the qualifications to be an EPA approved disinfectant? - ANSWER A virucide, fungicide, bactericide, and disinfectant.
Which of the following effects on your body is from the endocrine system? - ANSWER Hormone balance
When muscles become fatigued during a service, your client will benefit from all of the following EXCEPT - ANSWER occipitalis pinch.
Which of the following describes the path of an alternating electrical current in devices such as hair dryers and curling irons? (***) - ANSWER travels in two directions
Which of the following products have no pH? - ANSWER Nail polishes
Which of the following is BEST to consult when in doubt about how to use a product? - ANSWER Manufacturer's instructions
Which of the following refers to hair elasticity? - ANSWER stretchability and strength of the hair
Which of the following hair types has the smallest diameter and is more fragile?
All of the following are permanent treatments for abnormal hair growth EXCEPT (***) - ANSWER epilation
Which of the following is the brief transition period between the growth and resting phases of a hair follicle? (***) - ANSWER catagen phase
The MOST important factors to consider in hair analysis include all of the following EXCEPT - ANSWER growth pattern
Which type of scalp treatment should be used if there is a deficiency of naturals oils on the scalp and hair? - ANSWER 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? - ANSWER Contraindicated
Which type of shampoo contains an active agent that binds to metals and removes them from the hair? (***) - ANSWER Clarifying shampoo
Which of the following is the NEXT step that occurs after the scalp has been thoroughly shampooed? - ANSWER Condition hair
Which is the BEST hairstyle for the round facial type? (***) - ANSWER 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 - ANSWER income.
Which of the following should ALWAYS be done during a proper cross-checking? (***) - ANSWER Cross-check opposite of cut partings.
Which lines create length and height in a hair design? (***) - ANSWER vertical
Which of the following density and texture combinations would create the MOST volume in a hair style? (***) - ANSWER Thick-coarse hair.
Which of the following number of sections of hair are required for fishtail braids? - ANSWER 2 sections
Which of the following texture applies to braid analysis? (***) - ANSWER Coil configuration.
Which of the following conditioners should NOT be used on braids? - ANSWER Creamy
When analyzing the hair before a chemical relaxer, it is necessary to evaluate the hair for all of the following EXCEPT - ANSWER color.
Which permanent wave has a pH-balance of 9.0-9.6? (***) - ANSWER cold wave
When performing a basic permanent wrap, the hair should be divided into how many panels? - ANSWER 9
Which of the following is the term for an oily cream used to protect the skin and scalp during hair relaxing? - ANSWER Base cream
When using relaxers incorrectly, which of the following could happen? - ANSWER the hair melts.
When using a chemical relaxer, it changes the shape of the hair by breaking down which of the following? - ANSWER Disulfide bonds
When performing a scalp analysis, which scalp condition would indicate that a chemical service should NOT be performed? - ANSWER Scalp abrasions
All of the following are reasons to perform a strand test EXCEPT - ANSWER to determine the type of shampoo that is best for the hair.
All of the following are relaxers EXCEPT - ANSWER lanthionine relaxers.
In which of the following areas would you start a retouch application? - ANSWER Area most resistant.
All of the following are toners EXCEPT (***) - ANSWER low lightening.
Which of the following hair conditions resists color? - ANSWER Low porosity
All of the following are characteristics of temporary hair color EXCEPT (***) - ANSWER chemical change to hair shaft.
Which of the following equalizes porosity? (***) - ANSWER Fillers
Which step would be performed prior to applying a single-process color on virgin hair? - ANSWER parting dry hair
All of the following are determined by a strand test in a color service EXCEPT - ANSWER how much color to use for service.
Which of the following types of hair removal has an advantage of removing hair even if it is only 1/8-inch long? (***) - ANSWER sugaring
Which of the following types of hair removal uses a caustic alkali preparation? - ANSWER depilatories
Which of the following is the correct way to apply a thin coat of wax when shaping the eyebrow? - ANSWER apply going in the same direction as the hair growth
Which of the following will cause a nail tip to crack? (***) - ANSWER Trimming with a fingernail clipper
Which of the following steps would be performed during an acrylic maintenance procedure? - ANSWER Smooth down ledge of existing product
Which abrasive file would you use to shape a weak natural nail? (***) - ANSWER 240 grit
Which of the following type of UV lamps are most common for nails? - ANSWER 9 watt lamp
All of the following are classified as equipment used in nail services EXCEPT (***) - ANSWER abrasive board.
Which of the following massage movements should EVERY massage begin and end with? - ANSWER effleurage
All of the following products are needed in the application of a nail wrap EXCEPT (***) - ANSWER a monomer.
All of the following are functions of the nail EXCEPT (***) - ANSWER decreases sensitivity in fingertips.
Which product would you use to prevent polish from staining the nail bed? - ANSWER Base coat
All of the following are benefits of a paraffin wax treatment EXCEPT - ANSWER eases eczema.
