Milady Foundations Ch. 4

Why should you be aware of the unique challenges presented by pregnancy in the salon, spa, or barbershop?

• to ensure your safety

• to ensure your clients' safety

• to ensure your safety and that of your clients

• for reasons other than safety

All bodily functions, including building tissues, are directly related to

• work

• nutrition

• attitude

• exercise

Which of the following makes up 50 to 70 percent of the body's weight and is necessary for virtually every function of the cells and body?

• water

• mineral

• protein

• fat

Which of the following vitamins does NOT have particularly significant effects on the skin?

• vitamin A

• vitamin B

• vitamin C

• vitamin D

Approximately what percentage of Americans are chronically dehydrated?

• 10 percent

• 25 percent

• 50 percent

• 75 percent

Approximately how much fluid does the human body require each day?

• 2 cups

• 2 pints

• 2 liters

• 2 gallons

Because of ______, the human body is able to resist and destroy pathogens and respond to infection.

• tolerance

• immunity

• safety

• toxicity

If you have received a vaccination for the flu, your immunity to that flu is said to be ______.

• acquired

• natural

• toxic

• enhanced

Which of the following is TRUE of antibiotics?

• They are the cure for all diseases.

• They are widely overused today.

• They should be used liberally.

• They should be used only against viruses.

In which of the following situations MIGHT it be okay for you to report to work?

• You have a high fever but no other symptoms.

• You have diarrhea but no other symptoms.

• You are vomiting but have no other symptoms.

• You have only minor cold symptoms.