WorksheetsMilady Medical Focus ADV 2025
Total questions: 85
Worksheet time: 43mins
Why should estheticians have a basic understanding of frequently used medications and the potential side effects these medications may have on the skin?
in order to identify skin conditions related to medication
diagnosing medical conditions is one of the esthetician’s responsibilities
prescribing medication is one of the esthetician’s responsibilities
estheticians regularly administer medications during treatments
What is the name of the formal process a drug manufacturer must go through when asking the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) to approve a new drug?
Investigational New Drug (IND) application
New Drug Application (NDA)
Abbreviated New Drug Application (ANDA)
Biologics License Application (BLA)
What are drug manufacturers seeking by going through the NDA process?
permission to legally market a drug in the United States
an endorsement recommending that consumers purchase a drug
the removal of competing drugs from the marketplace
permission to legally market a drug anywhere in the world
An over-the-counter (OTC) medication is defined as:
A medication that requires a prescription from a doctor
the medication is safe to use without medical supervision
A medication that is only available in hospitals
the medication contains only organic ingredients
What is true of cosmetics?
they require FDA approval before becoming available for sale
they are treated as over-the-counter (OTC) medications
cosmetics are not regulated by the FDA
the FDA monitors reformulations once they are on the market
What is a fungal infection that affects the internal organs?
toxic epidermal necrolysis
systemic mycosis
subcutaneous mycosis
opportunistic mycosis
What section of a prescription contains the date of the prescription and patient information?
Superscription
Inscription
Subscription
Signature
What drug would be prescribed to reduce fine wrinkles and hyperpigmentation?
Renova
Retin-A
Lamisil
Lidocaine
What is an OTC drug commonly taken for pain relief?
Motrin
Imodium
Zantac
Tums
What section of a prescription includes such data as the name and quality of the medication to be dispensed?
Superscription
Inscription
Subscription
Signature
What drug would be prescribed to increase turnover of follicular cells?
Lidocaine
Retin-A
Lamisil
Renova
What OTC drug commonly taken to relieve indigestion has no known side effects?
Imodium
Acetaminophen
Tums
Ibuprofen
What section of a prescription contains dispensing directions to the pharmacist?
Superscription
Inscription
Subscription
Signature
What drug would be prescribed for treatment of Tinea infections?
Renova
Retin-A
Lamisil
Lidocaine
What OTC drug is commonly taken for acid reflux and has the possible side effects of itching and rashes?
Motrin
Imodium
Zantac
Acetaminophen
What section of a prescription includes directions to the patient, such as how often to take the medication?
subscription
inscription
superscription
signature section
What drug would be prescribed to relieve pain related to arthritis?
Lidocaine
Lamisil
Retin-A
Renova
What OTC drug is commonly taken to treat minor diarrhea and has the possible side effects of itching and rashes?
Imodium
Tums
Zantac
Motrin
What is a fungal infection occurring below the skin?
Tinea pedis
Subcutaneous mycosis
Candidiasis
Superficial mycosis
What is NOT among the common side effects of oral contraceptives?
puffy face
oily skin
hirsutism
acne
What heart condition is defined as temporary restriction in normal blood flow?
hypertension
myocardial ischemia
acute coronary syndrome
angina
What class of drugs is used to prevent or limit the severity of spastic activity resulting from certain neurological conditions?
antiemetics
antithrombotics
anticonvulsants
anticholinergies
What group of people are at the greatest risk for osteoporosis?
people of African descent
larger-sized women
postmenopausal women
young men
What heart condition is defined as high blood pressure?
angina
hypertension
acute coronary syndrome
myocardial ischemia
What class of drugs is used to prevent or limit the severity of symptoms of nausea and vomiting?
antithrombotics
anticonvulsants
antiemetics
anticholinergies
What body size poses the greatest risk for developing osteoporosis?
slight-sized
larger-sized
shorter
taller
What heart condition is defined as chest pain resulting from limited blood flow?
acute coronary syndrome
angina
hypertension
myocardial ischemia
What class of drugs is used to dissolve blood clots?
anticholinergies
antiemetics
antithrombotics
anticonvulsants
What ethnic backgrounds pose the greatest risk for osteoporosis?
Caucasian and Asian
African and Middle Eastern
Latin and Middle Eastern
African and Asian
What heart condition is defined as chest pain resulting from lack of oxygen to the heart?
angina
acute coronary syndrome
hypertension
myocardial ischemia
What class of drugs is used to limit spasms and cramping, particularly of the digestive and urinary tracts?
anticholinergies
antithrombotics
antiemetics
anticonvulsants
What step of the scientific method involves presenting an explanation that documents the results of testing?
hypothesis
conclusion
experimentation
observation
What should you do if you suspect a client is experiencing an allergic reaction to a medication?
recommend an alternative medication for the client
refer the client to a physician, who can diagnose and treat the issue
tell the client to immediately stop taking the medication
administer an antidote from the salon’s dispensary
What is a fungal infection caused by fungi invading via breaks in the skin or abnormal immunity?
systemic mycosis
opportunistic mycosis
subcutaneous mycosis
toxic epidermal necrolysis
What is a life-threatening skin disorder?
toxic epidermal necrolysis
opportunistic mycosis
subcutaneous mycosis
systemic mycosis
What term refers to a facelift?
abdominoplasty
blepharoplasty
rhytidectomy
hypothesis
What are injectable materials, such as Juvederm and Restylane, that are used with wrinkles and depressions?
soft tissue fillers
neurotoxins
placebos
control groups
What are used for relaxing muscles and reducing wrinkles, as in Botox Cosmetic?
soft tissue fillers
placebos
control groups
neurotoxins
\What are substances that appears similar to, but not the same as, the substance given to the experimental group during research?
control groups
soft tissue fillers
placebos
neurotoxins
What term refers to a philosophy of reasoning that is based on first generating and then testing a hypothesis?
deductive reasoning
scientific method
product development
product analysis
What does the “S” stand for in the acronym SOAP, which refers to a protocol for charting patient information in medical settings?
Subjective
Safety
Severity
Superior
What group of participants in a research study receives a placebo instead of the factor being tested, in order to provide a comparison for testing efficacy of the product?
control group
research group
experimental group
study group
What term refers to the type of treatments and services one can perform under license?
scope of practice
area of expertise
job description
level of expertise
What term describes a physician who specializes in elective surgical procedures, such as eyelifts, facelifts, and tummy tucks?
cosmetic plastic surgeon
reconstructive surgeon
medical esthetician
dermatologist
What term describes a physician who specializes in and treats disease of the skin, hair, and nails?
medical esthetician
dermatologist
cosmetic plastic surgeon
reconstructive surgeon
What term has no legal value and misrepresents the technician’s license?
medical esthetician
cosmetic plastic surgeon
dermatologist
reconstructive surgeon
What step of the scientific method involves study of the issue in question?
observation
hypothesis
experimentation
conclusion
What does the “O” stand for in the acronym SOAP, which refers to a protocol for charting patient information?
Objective
Operation
Observation
Obligation
What statement about the relationship between estheticians and physicians is NOT true?
work by estheticians complements the work of physicians
estheticians play a supportive role in client consultation
estheticians play the leading role in client consultation and education
the work of estheticians adds real value to medical practices
What license is an esthetician seeking work in a medical practice expected to have?
emergency medical technician license
nursing license
esthetician license
medical license
What requirements in some states can interfere with the esthetician’s ability to operate under his or her own esthetic license in a medical practice?
apprenticeship requirements
confidentiality requirements
ethical requirements
workplace-safety requirements
What action can bring serious legal consequences?
performing treatments or services beyond your scope of practice
providing pre-surgical esthetic care without a medical license
performing esthetic services without managerial supervision
providing post-surgical esthetic care without a medical license
What term describes a physician who specializes in medically necessary procedures that correct abnormalities associated with such things as birth defects and accidents?
reconstructive surgeon
dermatologist
cosmetic plastic surgeon
medical esthetician
What should you do if you are caught between the requirements of your job description and the scope of your license?
seek advice from qualified professionals
immediately quit your job
perform whatever is asked of you
immediately report your supervisor to state authorities
What did the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) develop to protect individuals with regard to obtaining information about their health in a medical setting?
Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA)
Insurance Accessibility and Disclosure Act (IADA)
Medical Practice Insurance Information System (MPIS)
Patient Information and Medical Data System (PIMDS)
What term refers to an eyelift?
rhytidectomy
abdominoplasty
hypothesis
blepharoplasty
What does the “A” stand for in the acronym SOAP, which refers to a protocol for charting patient information?
Admittance
Appraisal
Assessment
Authority
What group of participants in a research study receives the factor, such as a new medication or product, that is being tested?
experimental group
study group
research group
control group
What step of the scientific method involves forming an educated guess?
hypothesis
conclusion
observation
experimentation
What term refers to evidence based on observation and theory rather than scientific experimentation?
anecdotal evidence
observational evidence
empirical evidence
intuitive evidence
What is a title reserved for physicians who have taken and passed the exam required for board certification in their respective specialties?
board certified
Doctor of Medicine
Master of Science
specialty certified
What is a medical facility that offers medical esthetic procedures and traditional spa or esthetic services in a spalike setting?
medical spa
esthetic medical retreat
medical esthetic facility
esthetic spa
What is NOT a tool for achieving success in a work situation?
learning not to take things personally
showing up every day with a good attitude
engaging in conflict with your coworkers
leave with the feeling that you have done your best
Why might working in a medical setting be a bad fit for someone who prefers autonomy?
workers in medical settings are filmed 24/7 by security cameras
medical practices often adhere to a strict top-down hierarchy
medical settings are ideal workplaces for those who prefer autonomy
medical workers are never allowed to work without direct supervision
What term refers to a “tummy tuck”?
abdominoplasty
hypothesis
blepharoplasty
blepharoplasty
What step of the scientific method involves proving or disproving your educated guess?
hypothesis
observation
experimentation
conclusion
What does the “P” stand for in the acronym SOAP, which refers to a protocol for charting patient information?
Precaution
Plan
Preparation
Protocol
What can understanding of the basics of working in a medical setting prepare you for if you need to communicate with a physician about a client?
dealing with office etiquette and legalities
learning how to select and prescribe medications
learning how to formulate and share medical diagnoses
preparing for and performing surgical procedures
What is paramount to success in working in a medical facility?
understanding the hierarchy in a medical office
being able to fill in for the a physician when he or she is busy
persuading clients to purchase the most expensive services available
ignoring your scope of practice to help get the job done
What step of the scientific method involves presenting an explanation that documents the results of testing?
hypothesis
conclusion
experimentation
observation
What term refers to an abnormal reaction and hypersensitivity to topical or oral substances that are ordinarily harmless?
allergic reaction
chain reaction
chemical reaction
knee-jerk reaction
What is a wide-spectrum antibiotic that is derived from erythromycin?
Zithromax Z Pak
Famvir
Arnica montana
Aquaphor
What term refers to an increase of new collagen deposits within the dermis caused by thermal heating from a laser system?
collagen depositing
collagen remodeling
collagen shrinkage
collagen shrinkage
What term refers to thermal heating from a laser beam that can break down the collagen bonds and structures?
collagen withdrawal
collagen shrinkage
collagen remodeling
collagen depositing
What important task does the esthetician perform prior to an ablative laser procedure?
getting the skin into the best possible condition
prescribing antibiotics
minimizing the risk of infection
diagnosing the medical condition requiring treatment
Who supervises the work of estheticians before and after medical procedures?
salon manager
state board member
medical office manager
physician
What does your scope of practice as an esthetician allow you to recommend?
surgical procedures
medical treatments
therapeutic products for home care
prescription medications
What term refers to a procedure that disrupts the epidermis and possibly the dermis?
ablative
esthetic
allergic
epidermal
What is the optimal amount of time prior to surgery for you to begin a treatment plan that will improve the overall outcome?
eight days
eight hours
eight weeks
eight months
What is NOT an example of an in-medical office treatment?
superficial chemical peel
microdermabrasion
laser resurfacing
ultrasonic treatment
How can you help a client who is nervous about an upcoming procedure and has a difficult time concentrating on detailed information?
advise the doctor that the client will require additional sedation
offer nonsurgical options that will deliver the same results
send the client home with written information
recommend they postpone the procedure until they feel better
What is NOT an example of a superficial chemical peel?
paraffin wax
Jessner’s solution
beta hydroxy acid (BHA)
alpha hydroxy acid (AHA)
How long before a peel should the client stop using home care AHAs, retinoic acids or scrubs?
one to two days
six to nine days
15 to 20 days
one to three months
What is an alternative to chemical peels that estheticians can perform, especially on strong, oily, thick skin that has had extreme sun exposure?
microdermabrasion
laser resurfacing
collagen remodeling
collagen shrinkage
What is the gentlest enzyme used in enzyme peels?
papain
bromelain
typsin
pancreatin
