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WorksheetsThe Study of Skin
Total questions: 35
Worksheet time: 18mins
Name
Class
Date
1.
Which layer of the skin contains large blood vessels that transport nourishment to the skin and nerves?
a)
spinum spinosum
b)
subcutaneous layer
c)
epidermis
d)
melanin layer
2.
Which layer of the skin contains large blood vessels that transport nourishment to the skin and nerves?
a)
spinum spinosum
b)
subcutaneous layer
c)
epidermis
d)
melanin layer
3.
The layer if the epidermis that sheds keratin cells that are constantly replaces is the:
a)
stratum granulosum
b)
stratum lucidum
c)
stratum corneum
d)
stratum mucosum
4.
What type of blush is suitable for any skin type?
a)
powder
b)
dry
c)
liquid
d)
cream
5.
Acne can be found in two stages, acne simplex and:
a)
asteatosis
b)
acne vulgaris
c)
deep-seated acne
d)
rosacea
6.
Light skin and dark skin differ in the:
a)
rate and amount of melanin produced
b)
number of nerve endings they contain
c)
number of epidermal cells they contain
d)
number of melanocytes they contain
7.
Which layer of the skin act as a protective cushion to protect the bones and gives the body its contour and shape?
a)
stratum lucidum
b)
dermis
c)
epidermis
d)
subcutaneous layer
8.
Healthy skin's pH level of 4.5 to 5.5 is:
a)
slightly alkaline
b)
highly acidic
c)
acid-balanced
d)
highly akaline
9.
Full face applications or two-shade application must be blended to prevent:
a)
a line of demarcation
b)
a space between the two shades
c)
a blurring of the line between two areas
d)
mixing of the two
10.
Prepare your client for a makeup application by draping (including headband) and:
a)
checking how many clients the stylist next to you has for the day
b)
positioning the chair
c)
counting your tips from the day
d)
getting the sheet for the facial chair out of the dryer
11.
A papule is an example of a:
a)
secondary skin lesion
b)
tertiary skin lesion
c)
primary skin lesion
d)
subjective skin lesion
12.
Inserting a single needle into a hair follicle and using a high frequency/short-wave current describes a hair removal method is called
a)
thermolysis
b)
waxing
c)
shaving
d)
hyrolysis
13.
Which of the following massage manipulations is a circular or wringing movement with no gliding carried out with the fingertips or palms of the hands?
a)
tapotement
b)
friction
c)
vibration
d)
petrissage
14.
Why is it not recommended to wax lanugo hair?
a)
skin may loose its softness
b)
skin may lighten
c)
skin may darken
d)
hair wont grow back
15.
What is another name for a birthmark or congenital mole caused by the dilation of the small blood vessels?
a)
verruca
b)
scar
c)
callus
d)
naevus
16.
Which of the following skin lesions often occur when skin loses its flexibility due to exposure to wind or cold, and cracks in the skin appear?
a)
papule
b)
stain
c)
tumor
d)
fissure
17.
The outermost layer of skin is called the:
a)
epidermis
b)
corneum
c)
dermis
d)
adipose
18.
What part of the skin is referred to as "true skin"?
a)
stratum germinativum
b)
dermis
c)
epidermis
d)
stratum lucidum
19.
Which of the following is another name for keratoma?
a)
birthmark
b)
wart
c)
callus
d)
tumor
20.
Semi-permanent individual eyelashes used in eye tabbing are made of:
a)
inorganic fibers
b)
human hair
c)
animal hair
d)
synthetic fibers
21.
Vesicles can be produced by which of the following conditions?
a)
dry, scaly skin
b)
callus
c)
verrucas
d)
poison ivy
22.
What tans the skin to help protect it from harmful UV rays?
a)
the subcutaneous layer
b)
sebum
c)
melanin
d)
the acid mantle
23.
What is another name for the stratum germinativum?
a)
basal layer
b)
epidermis
c)
dermal layer
d)
stratum lucidum
24.
A cyst is defined by which of the following descriptions?
a)
abnormal membranous sac
b)
oozing sore
c)
wheal lesions
d)
crack in the skin
25.
If a client suffers from high blood pressure or has suffered a stroke or heart attack, massage movements should:
a)
be avoided since massage increases circulation
b)
significantly reduce blood pressure
c)
reduce the chance of a second stroke
d)
reduce the chance of a second heart attack
26.
What should be applied to the skin following a waxing service?
a)
tanning solution
b)
hydrogen peroxide
c)
soothing lotion
d)
bleach
27.
Sweat or perspiration is secreted by what gland?
a)
sudoriferous
b)
adrenal
c)
endocrine
d)
sebaceous
28.
The stratum germinativum and what other layer of the skin contain melanin?
a)
dermis
b)
stratum corneum
c)
stratum mucosum
d)
stratum spinosum
29.
Which layer is the top, or uppermost, layer of the epidermis?
a)
stratum granulosum
b)
dermis
c)
stratum corneum
d)
stratum mucosum
30.
What is the technical name for the study of skin, including its structure, functions and treatment?
a)
dermatology
b)
etiology
c)
anatomy
d)
pathology
31.
The lesion found following the healing of an injury a(n):
a)
excoration
b)
vitiligo
c)
fissure
d)
scar
32.
Which disorder is caused by excessive secretions of the sebaceous glands?
a)
milia
b)
asteatosis
c)
seborrhea
d)
bromidrosis
33.
The greatest concentration of sudoriferous glands is found on the:
a)
palms, soles, scalp, underarms and, forehead
b)
arms
c)
eyelids
d)
midsection of the body
34.
Healthy skin requires special care to maintain its health, elasticity, vibrancy, and:
a)
pallor
b)
dryness
c)
dullness
d)
color
35.
The massage movement that should NOT be used when the client needs soothing is:
a)
tapotement
b)
gliding
c)
stroking
d)
effluerage
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