Cosmetology Theory Exam Practice Questions with Correct Answers
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NC Cosmetology
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NC Cosmetology
Short term goals are those goals that can generally be completed within one ______ or less. - Answer-Year
Which of these terms refers to the moral principles by which we live and work? - Answer-Ethics
All of the following are reasons why cosmetologists should study and have a thorough underst...
Cosmetology Theory Exam Practice
Questions with Correct Answers
Short term goals are those goals that can generally be completed within one ______ or
less. - Answer-Year
Which of these terms refers to the moral principles by which we live and work? -
Answer-Ethics
All of the following are reasons why cosmetologists should study and have a thorough
understanding of life except? - Answer-Having good life skills eliminates the need for
self esteem
Which of the following is one of the guidelines for success? - Answer-Keep your
personal life separate from your work
Which of the following is one of the recommended strategies for effectively managing
your time? - Answer-Make time management a habit
Effective communicators usually have ______ caring personalities. - Answer-Warm
In order to be diplomatic, you should be assertive rather than: - Answer-Aggressive
It is recommended that you study during blocks of time that would otherwise be wasted,
such as while: - Answer-Waiting in a doctors office
When we pay attention to our natural ______ we can learn how to manage our time
efficiently. - Answer-Rhythms
Unfortunately, even if you are creative enough, talented enough, and motivated enough,
you will still run into ______ as a cosmetologist. - Answer-Difficulties
An unhealthy compulsion to do things perfectly is called: - Answer-Perfectionism
The conscious act of planning your life instead of just letting things happen is described
as having: - Answer-A game plan
The thing that propels you to do something is: - Answer-Motivation
Putting off until tomorrow what you can do today is called: - Answer-Procrastination
Self-_________ involves knowing what you want to achieve and keeping yourself on
track so that you do eventually achieve your goal. - Answer-Management
,Your clothing should always be stylish and: - Answer-Functional
An important aspect of professional image is: - Answer-Physical presentation
The key to prevent repetitive motion injury is to be aware of: - Answer-Body posture and
movements
Behaving _________ includes having a genuine interest in your own day to day
activities as well as being concerned about and for others. - Answer-Professionally
Your back and shoulders should be relaxed and ________ when you are providing
client services. - Answer-Level
Open toed sandals are _______ footwear when working in a salon. - Answer-
Inappropriate
The science of how a workplace can best be designed for comfort, safety, efficiency,
and productivity is: - Answer-Ergonomics
The daily maintenance of cleanliness is: - Answer-personal hygiene
The impression you project through your outward appearance and conduct in the
workplace is your: - Answer-Professional presentation
Your posture and the way you walk and move are part of your: - Answer-physical
presentation
People who create conflict wherever they go typically do so because they are feeling: -
Answer-Insecure
In handling a client who is dissatisfied with a service, the ultimate goal is to: - Answer-
Make the client happy to pay and return
All of the following are golden rules of human relations except: - Answer-Being right is
the same as acting righteous
Step 6 of the 10 step consultation method is: - Answer-Show and tell
All of the following are primary criteria to consider when suggesting hairstyle options to
a client except: - Answer-Hair color
The ability to understand people is _______ to the success of a cosmetologist. -
Answer-Key
To earn client's ______ and loyalty, you should set aside a few minutes to take new
clients on a quick tour of the salon, smile, and be yourself. - Answer-Trust
,If a client requests a specific cut or color that she has seen on a celebrity, you should
________ explain whether the look is right for the client. - Answer-Diplomatically
If you have clients who are habitually ______, it us recommended that you ask them to
arrive earlier than their actual appointment time. - Answer-Late
When you meet an older client for the first time, it is recommended that you address her
with a(n) _______, such as "Mrs. Smith". - Answer-Honorific
It is best to avoid using ______ terms when conversing with clients. - Answer-Slang
As a cosmetologist, do not attempt to fulfill the role of ______ career guide, parental
sounding board, and motivational coach for your clients. - Answer-Councilor
If during a discussion, a client is revealing increasingly personal details, it is
recommended that you change the subject or _______ to help take her mind off of her
troubles. - Answer-Suggest a mini relaxation service
You should be open and honest in all of your communications with coworkers, but you
must also be _______ to circumstances in which being direct would be hurtful. -
Answer-Sensitive
When you need to speak with your manager about an issue or problem, it is
recommended that you _______ beforehand. - Answer-Find a possible solution
The act of successfully sharing information between two people so that the information
is understood is called: - Answer-Effective communication
The document also known as a client questionnaire or consultation card is the: -
Answer-Intake form
The verbal communication also known as the needs assessment is the: - Answer-Client
consultation
Instead of the term client, patrons of the day spas are commonly called: - Answer-
Guests
The term commonly used for patrons of medical spas is: - Answer-Clients
Cocci bacteria are: - Answer-Round shaped
Which type of bacteria can cause strep throat or blood poisoning? - Answer-streptococci
Bacteria that grow in pairs and can cause pneumonia are: - Answer-diplococci
, Lyme disease and syphilis are caused by spiral or corkscrew shaped bacteria called: -
Answer-Spirilla
In 2000, a bacteria called mycobacterium fortuitum caused a client outbreak due to
failure of the practitioner to follow proper disinfection guidelines in: - Answer-Whirlpool
foot spas
Bacteria generally consists of an outer cell wall containing a liquid called: - Answer-
Protoplasm
The process whereby bacteria grow, reproduce, and divide into two cells is: - Answer-
Binary fission
The presence of pus is a sign of: - Answer-bacterial infection
A ______ infection appears as a lesion containing pus and is confined to a particular
part of the body. - Answer-Local
Which of the following is a condition caused by an infestation of head lice? - Answer-
Pediculosis capitis
The ability of the body to destroy and resist infection is called: - Answer-Immunity
Disinfectants used in salons must carry a(n) _____ registration number. - Answer-EPA
Which agency publishes the guidelines known as universal precautions? - Answer-
OSHA
A salon implement that accidentally comes in contact with blood or body fluids must be
thoroughly cleaned with: - Answer-An EPA registered disinfectant
Disinfectants with a high PH that can cause skin irritation or burn the skin or eyes are: -
Answer-Phenolic disinfectants
When washing your hands, you apply soap, lather and scrub your hands and under free
edges of nails with a nail brush for at least: - Answer-1 minute
Antiseptics are effective for: - Answer-killing germs on the hands
Universal precautions require employees to assume that human blood and body fluids
are infectious for: - Answer-Blood borne pathogens
Which of the following is not part of your professional responsibilities? - Answer-Taking
shortcuts for cleaning
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