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WorksheetsChapter 4: Skin Disorders and Diseases Test
Total questions: 24
Worksheet time: 48mins
What standard should be used to determine when to treat a skin condition?
When treatment requires breaking the skin or treating an open wound the client should be referred to a healthcare provider.
Only a cosmetologist with a dedicated specialization in skin care therapies should treat skin conditions.
When in doubt, refer the client to a healthcare provider.
A cosmetologist should only treat skin conditions in the initial stages of development; a long-term skin condition should be referred to a healthcare provider.
All of the following are examples of primary lesions EXCEPT ________.
cysts
pustules
ulcers
tumors
All the following are examples of secondary lesions EXCEPT ________.
macules
crusts
scales
fissures
How is an ulcer an example of a secondary lesion?
An ulcer is a lesion that is raised above the surface of the surrounding skin.
An ulcer is an open lesion that may weep fluid or pus.
An ulcer is a lesion that can create a critical situation for someone with an underlying medical condition.
An ulcer has a 5‑year survival rate of under 50 percent if left untreated.
Which sentence best defines rosacea?
tiny benign, keratin‑filled cysts that appear just under the epidermis and have no visible opening
a skin condition caused by chronic inflammation of the sebaceous glands that is often characterized by redness, dry or oily scaling, stubborn dandruff, crusting, and/or itchiness
a chronic condition that appears primarily on the cheeks and nose and is characterized by flushing that can progress to pustular‑type breakouts
a condition involving visible capillaries commonly found on the face, particularly around the nose, cheeks, and chin
What is the name given to the chronic skin disease characterized by moderate to severe inflammation, scaling, and sometimes severe itching?
conjunctivitis
rosacea
impetigo
eczema
Which skin hypertrophy is characterized by red patches covered with silver‑white scales?
psoriasis
keratoma
verruca
eczema
Which description best matches a keratoma?
red patches covered with silver‑white scales
a small spot or blemish on the skin
a superficial, thickened patch of epidermis
a small brown or flesh‑colored skin outgrowth
Which skin pigmentation disorder is a genetic condition in which there is an absence of melanin pigment in the body, including the skin, hair, and eyes?
vitiligo
albinism
leukoderma
chloasma
Which example is an intrinsic factor that influences skin aging?
overuse of harsh facial cleansers that dry out the sebaceous glands
use of cosmetic products that contain large amounts of oils that clog follicles
extended use of hormonal birth control pills
repetitive facial expressions
All of the following are examples of extrinsic factors that influence skin aging EXCEPT ________.
UV radiation
alcohol use
gravity
pollution
What is one way that sun exposure negatively affects the skin?
The natural weakening of collagen and elastin fibers happens at a much faster rate.
The sudoriferous glands discharge foul‑smelling perspiration, usually noticeable in the armpits or on the feet.
The epidermis acquires superficial thickening in patches.
The skin develops hypopigmented spots and splotches.
What characteristics can help identify a malignant melanoma?
scaly red or pink papules or nodules that may appear as open sores or crusty areas
black or dark brown patches on the skin that may appear uneven in texture
pink or flesh‑colored lesions that feel sharp or rough
light or pearly nodules felt on the skin
The following are all changes that occur over time in existing moles and could be indications that the mole is cancerous EXCEPT ________.
The mole’s edges are ragged or notched.
One half of the mole does not match the other half.
Large, dark hairs grow out of the mole.
The mole’s color is not the same all over.
What type of skin inflammation is caused by contact with certain ingredients or chemicals?
contact dermatitis
eczema
psoriasis
seborrheic dermatitis
All of the following are recommended to help cosmetologists prevent contact dermatitis EXCEPT:
Wear gloves when working with irritating chemicals.
Keep brush handles, containers, and tabletops clean and free from product, dust, and residue.
Keep tools, equipment, and surfaces clean and disinfected.
Sensitize the skin to the irritant by exposing it to larger and larger amounts.
A small elevation on the skin that contains no fluid, but may develop pus is a _____.
secondary lesion
papule
freckle
stain
_____ refers to a skin sore or abrasion produced by scratching or scraping.
Excoriation
Stain
Psoriasis
Keratoma
_____ are keratin‑filled cysts that are usually associated with newborns and are commonly found around the eyes, cheeks, and forehead.
Milia
Moles
Skin tags
Cicatrizes
_____ is a common bacterial infection of the eye.
Excoriation
Eczema
Leukoderma
Conjunctivitis
What is a contagious, recurring viral infection characterized by fever blisters or cold sores?
herpes simplex I
herpes dermatitis
psoriasis
eczema
A _____ is a small brown or flesh‑colored outgrowth of the skin.
stain
sebaceous cyst
skin tag
keratoma
Between 80 and 85 percent of skin aging is caused by _____.
genetic factors
tobacco use
poor diet
sun exposure
_____ is an allergic reaction created by repeated exposure to a chemical or a substance.
Sensitization
Impetigo
Anhidrosis
Conjunctivitis
