Electrotherapy and Skin Treatments Quiz
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Who should NOT receive electrotherapy?

  • A client with piercings
  • A young client
  • An elderly client
  • A pregnant client (correct)

    • What type of skin contraindicates electrotherapy?

  • Aging skin
  • Broken skin (correct)
  • Dry skin
  • Oily skin

    • What medical condition always contraindicates electrotherapy?

  • Cancer
  • Hypertension
  • Epilepsy (correct)
  • Diabetes

    • During a facial treatment, most electrotherapy machines are used for approximately:

    <p>10-15 minutes</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Hot towels have a soothing effect and are also helpful in:

    <p>Softening the skin before extractions</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How should the temperature of a hot towel be tested?

    <p>On the client's wrist</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What equipment protects against bloodborne illness when using hot towels?

    <p>Gloves</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What service would likely benefit the most from the use of hot towels?

    <p>The removal of facial masks</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is also known as a loupe?

    <p>A magnifying lamp</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Diopter is a term that refers to:

    <p>Magnification</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary purpose of a paraffin mask?

    <p>Hydrating dry skin</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the expected effect of paraffin wax treatments?

    <p>Long lasting, but not immediate</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What role do electric mitts and boots play during treatments?

    <p>Exfoliation assistance</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How long should electric boots be warmed before using them?

    <p>3-5 minutes</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What should clients expect from a high-frequency machine?

    <p>It may produce an unusual smell.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What disposable product is recommended for use with electric mitts and boots?

    <p>Plastic liners</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What type of application is ideal for extensive acne and problematic skin?

    <p>A large mushroom</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which statement is generally true about the purchase of a high-tech machine?

    <p>It should not be made impulsively.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    A comb electrode is normally used for treatment of:

    <p>the scalp</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What machine is connected to the spray machine?

    <p>High frequency machine</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a common misconception regarding warranties on high-tech machinery?

    <p>They rarely exist for high-tech equipment.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    For an esthetician starting out, which equipment offers the best initial investment?

    <p>A magnifying lamp with a 10 diopter magnification.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The spray machine should not be used on a client with:

    <p>respiratory issues</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which type of equipment is least likely to be beneficial for an esthetician just starting in their field?

    <p>A high-end facial machine with multiple attachments.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How many passes on each area of the face are usually efficient when using a vacuum machine?

    <p>3-5 passes</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is an appropriate consideration before purchasing a high-tech machine?

    <p>The long-term financial return on investment.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Clients should remove piercings before treatment with which machine?

    <p>Galvanic machine</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What machine is specifically used to create chemical desincrustation and ionic iontophoresis?

    <p>Galvanic machine</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What condition contraindicates the use of a galvanic machine?

    <p>High blood pressure</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How should the electrodes in a galvanic machine be handled?

    <p>Both electrodes are covered in cotton; the client holds one and the esthetician makes contact with the other.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What should be considered when using facial devices and technology?

    <p>It provides optimal outcomes more readily.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the best approach for estheticians regarding new technologies?

    <p>Get educated on their use and effectiveness.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Investing in high-quality machines is likely to:

    <p>Offer a return on investment for the business.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the term for the use of electrical devices for therapeutic benefits?

    <p>Electrotherapy</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which client is most suitable for electrotherapy?

    <p>A teenager with braces receiving her first facial.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the most common part of the magnifying lamp to wear out over time?

    <p>The lens</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Most magnifying lamps used for esthetic purposes have a magnification of

    <p>5 diopters</p> Signup and view all the answers

    When purchasing a magnifying lamp, what would be a health concern for an esthetician?

    <p>A lamp with a lens that distorts the image around the edges</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What type of light does a Wood's lamp use?

    <p>A filtered black light</p> Signup and view all the answers

    If a client's skin appears to be blue-white under a Wood's lamp, that client's skin

    <p>is healthy</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What type of client would benefit the most from a rotary brush?

    <p>A client with acne</p> Signup and view all the answers

    For most clients, how many passes should the rotary brush be used on in each area of the face?

    <p>3-5 passes</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What type of water should be used in the steamer?

    <p>Distilled water</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What part of the steamer should be handled only after the steamer has completely cooled?

    <p>The glass jar</p> Signup and view all the answers

    If an esthetician's goal is to stimulate the skin or remove impurities, the best machine to use is the

    <p>Vacuum machine</p> Signup and view all the answers

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