RB CH 04: Skin Disorders and Diseases

Which is an important reason why cosmetologists should have a good understanding of skin disorders and diseases?

• Cosmetologists need to know when they can assist the client with a skin condition and when they need to refer the client to a doctor.

• Cosmetologists need to know about skin conditions because all skin conditions must be referred to a medical specialist.

• Cosmetologists need to know about skin conditions so they can treat all of them correctly.

• Cosmetologists need to know about skin conditions because they can impact how to style clients’ hair.

When cosmetologists are not sure which skin disorder a client has or whether they can address it, they should (a)   .

• provide an appropriate skin care therapy

• refer the client to a healthcare provider

• refer the client to a cosmetologist who specializes in skin care

• provide a list of over-the-counter preparations that could help

A large blister containing watery fluid is an example of a (a)   .

• primary lesion

• secondary lesion

• tertiary lesion

• vascular lesion

Which type of lesion typically does not require medical attention?

• tumor

• ulcer

• wheal

• nodule

Which of the following is true about secondary lesions?

• They are a different color than the surrounding skin.

• They can be flat or raised.

• They involve the blood and circulatory system.

• They may require a medical referral.

Which sentence describes the main difference between primary lesions and secondary lesions?

• Primary lesions are developing, whereas secondary lesions have developed and may show more symptoms on the skin.

• Primary lesions are developing, whereas secondary lesions involve the blood and circulatory system.

• Primary lesions may show more symptoms on the skin, whereas secondary lesions are developing.

• Primary lesions involve the blood and circulatory system, whereas secondary lesions are developing.

Which of the following is true about how pigment affects the appearance of lesions?

• Lesions appear the same no matter the pigment of the skin.

• Lesions that are pink on light skin may appear gray on dark skin.

• Lesions are much more noticeable on dark skin.

• Lesions that are pink on light skin appear white on dark skin.

Which of the following is an example of a secondary lesion?

• macule

• nodule

• fissure

• papule

Which type of disorder occurs when a hair follicle fills with keratin and sebum and is exposed to oxygen in the environment?

• blackheads

• milia

• whiteheads

• acne

Which sebaceous glands condition is not considered a medical condition?

• milia

• telangiectasia

• seborrheic dermatitis

• rosacea