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A condition a salon professional may be susceptible to in which the skin becomes red, sore or inflamed after direct contact with a substance is called:
A condition a salon professional may be susceptible to in which the skin becomes red, sore or inflamed after direct contact with a substance is called:
- Lentigines
- Chloasma
- Papules
- Dermatitis venenata (correct)
A congenital failure of the skin to form melanin pigment is:
A congenital failure of the skin to form melanin pigment is:
- Albinism (correct)
- Vitiligo
- Lentigines
- Chloasma
A disease influenced by weather is referred to as:
A disease influenced by weather is referred to as:
- Inflammable
- Rational
- Seasonal (correct)
- Serial
A highly contagious bacterial infection that produces a honey-yellow, crusted lesion that is usually found on the face is known as:
A highly contagious bacterial infection that produces a honey-yellow, crusted lesion that is usually found on the face is known as:
A papule is an example of a:
A papule is an example of a:
A salon professional needs to be able to recognize what type of skin lesions?
A salon professional needs to be able to recognize what type of skin lesions?
A secondary lesion appearing as round, dry patches of skin covered with rough, silvery scales is called:
A secondary lesion appearing as round, dry patches of skin covered with rough, silvery scales is called:
A solid mass in the skin that may be elevated or deep, soft or hard, fixed or freely movable is called a:
A solid mass in the skin that may be elevated or deep, soft or hard, fixed or freely movable is called a:
Advising clients to avoid excessive heat, spicy foods, and caffeine would be beneficial if they have:
Advising clients to avoid excessive heat, spicy foods, and caffeine would be beneficial if they have:
An example of a subjective symptom would be:
An example of a subjective symptom would be:
An example of a wheal lesion is:
An example of a wheal lesion is:
An example of an objective symptom is:
An example of an objective symptom is:
An open comedone is the technical name for:
An open comedone is the technical name for:
An open lesion visible on the skin surface that may result in the loss of portions of the dermis and may be accompanied by pus is known as a(n):
An open lesion visible on the skin surface that may result in the loss of portions of the dermis and may be accompanied by pus is known as a(n):
Chronic is the term used to identify conditions that are:
Chronic is the term used to identify conditions that are:
Comedone is the technical name for:
Comedone is the technical name for:
Freckles are considered to be:
Freckles are considered to be:
Localized infections of hair follicles are called boils or:
Localized infections of hair follicles are called boils or:
Mechanical abrasions or injuries to the epidermis are known as:
Mechanical abrasions or injuries to the epidermis are known as:
Melanotic sarcoma is a skin cancer that begins with:
Melanotic sarcoma is a skin cancer that begins with:
Oval or irregular patches of white skin that do not have normal pigment are characteristics of:
Oval or irregular patches of white skin that do not have normal pigment are characteristics of:
Pearly white, enclosed keratin-filled cysts which form a hard ball beneath the outer layer of the skin are known as:
Pearly white, enclosed keratin-filled cysts which form a hard ball beneath the outer layer of the skin are known as:
Persons exposed to excessive heat may develop small red vesicles with burning and itching of the skin called prickly heat or:
Persons exposed to excessive heat may develop small red vesicles with burning and itching of the skin called prickly heat or:
The lesion found following the normal healing process of an injury is called a(n):
The lesion found following the normal healing process of an injury is called a(n):
The medical term for ringworm is:
The medical term for ringworm is:
The technical name for fever blister is:
The technical name for fever blister is:
Study Notes
Dermatological Conditions and Terms
- Dermatitis venenata: Skin condition that becomes red, sore or inflamed due to contact with irritants.
- Albinism: Congenital absence of melanin pigment in the skin.
- Seasonal diseases: Conditions influenced by varying weather patterns.
- Impetigo: Highly contagious bacterial infection characterized by honey-yellow crusted lesions, often on the face.
Skin Lesions and Symptoms
- Papule: A type of primary skin lesion; small, raised, solid pimples.
- Skin lesions recognition: Professionals need to recognize both primary and secondary lesions.
- Psoriasis: A secondary lesion manifested as dry patches with silvery scales.
- Tumor: A solid skin mass that can vary in elevation, firmness, and mobility.
Client Advisory and Symptoms
- Rosacea: Clients should avoid heat, spicy foods, and caffeine if they have this condition.
- Subjective symptoms: Examples include itching, which is a personal sensation rather than observable.
- Wheal lesions: An example is hives, characterized by raised, itchy areas on the skin.
- Objective symptoms: Diagnosable signs like inflammation that can be observed.
Comedones and Lesions
- Open comedone: Known as a blackhead, a clogged pore exposed to air.
- Ulcer: An open lesion on the skin that can lead to dermal loss and pus accumulation.
- Excoriations: Mechanical injuries to the epidermis, often resulting from scratching.
Chronic Conditions and Skin Changes
- Chronic conditions: Defined as frequent and habitual issues affecting the skin.
- Freckles: Classified as macules; flat, pigmented spots on the skin.
- Furuncles: Infections of hair follicles, commonly known as boils.
Other Skin Disorders
- Milia: Small, pearly white cysts filled with keratin beneath the skin.
- Miliaria rubra: Also known as prickly heat; red vesicles from excessive heat exposure.
- Vitiligo: Characterized by irregular white patches with loss of pigment in the skin.
- Tinea: Medical term for ringworm, a fungal infection that affects the skin.
Healing and Skin Integrity
- Scar formation: The permanent mark remaining after skin injury heals.
- Herpes Simplex Virus: Medical name for fever blisters often produced by viral infections.
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Test your knowledge on common skin conditions and disorders in this Week 8 Flashcards quiz. Perfect for salon professionals and beauty students, this quiz covers essential definitions, symptoms, and characteristics related to skin health. Prepare to enhance your understanding of dermatology concepts relevant to the beauty industry.
