Anatomy and Physiology Practice Questions PDF

Anatomy and Physiology 851. Pediculosis refers to: a) Lice b) Head lice Answer (A) c) Athletes Foot d) The itch-mite 852. Pediculosis capitis refers to: a) Lice b) Head lice Answer (B) c) Athletes Foot d) The itch-mite 853. Tinea refers to, or is also known as: a) Lice b) Head lice Answer (C) c) Ri...

Anatomy and Physiology 851. Pediculosis refers to: a) Lice b) Head lice Answer (A) c) Athletes Foot d) The itch-mite 852. Pediculosis capitis refers to: a) Lice b) Head lice Answer (B) c) Athletes Foot d) The itch-mite 853. Tinea refers to, or is also known as: a) Lice b) Head lice Answer (C) c) Ringworm d) Ringworm of the scalp 854. Tinea capitis refers to: a) Lice b) Head lice Answer (D) c) Ringworm d) Ringworm of the scalp 855. A common affliction caused by Tinea Pedis or Ringworm is: Answer (C) a) Dandruff b) Lice c) Athletes Foot d) Warts 856. Products are often placed in cobalt blue or amber colored bottles for what reason: Answer (B) a) Past practice b) Protect contents from light c) Protect contents from heat d) None of the above 857. Which of the following terms are used to mean unsanitary conditions? Answer (B) a) Aseptic b) Septic c) Antiseptic d) Contra-septic 858. Which of the following terms are used to mean sanitary conditions? Answer (A) a) Aseptic b) Septic c) Antiseptic d) Contra-septic 859. If the State Board Inspector gave you a failing grade because your implements were unclean and stored in an unsanitary manner, this would mean they were: Answer (B) a) Aseptic b) Septic c) Antiseptic d) Contra-septic 860. If an object is free from pathogenic bacteria, it is said to be: Answer (C) a) Decontaminated b) Septic c) Aseptic d) Sterilized 861. Sodium Hypochlorite, is more commonly known as: Answer (D) a) Sodium hypochlorite b) Calcium hypochlorite c) Permanganate d) Bleach 862. Caustic is a term that refers to: Answer (C) a) Fumigants b) Toxic vapors c) Burn d) Powder 863. Bleach is a very effective disinfectant for: Answer (C) a) Bleach is not an effective disinfectant b) Plastic implements c) Laundry (including towels and capes), d) None of the above 864. Blood platelets are colorless cells that help in blood clotting, they are also known as: Answer (B) a) Lymphocytes b) Thrombocytes c) Erythrocytes d) Leukocytes 865. This is a colorless -/slightly yellow liquid found in blood plasma: Answer (D) a) Plasma b) Hemoglobin c) Platelets d) Lymph 866. Ultra violet sanitizers are very effective when used in what capacity: Answer (C) a) To disinfect implements b) To sanitize implements c) Store previously disinfected implements d) They are not effective 867. The process that effectively kills any transmissible agents (fungi, spores, bacteria, Answer (D) viruses, spore forms, etc.) from food, surfaces or equipment: a) Disinfection b) Sanitation c) Decontamination d) Sterilization 868. The process where the body produces antibodies to fight infection is known as: Answer (B) a) Immunity b) Active or natural immunity c) Passive or acquired immunity d) Pathogenic encapsulation 869. When the body relies on the injection of antibodies from another source to fight infection: Answer (C) a) Immunity b) Active or natural immunity c) Passive or acquired immunity d) Pathogenic encapsulation 870. Hydrogen Peroxide in different strengths has which of the following actions: Answer (D) a) 2% is used to cleanse the skin b) 10 v. is used as a deposit only c) 6% and above is used to lift and deposit d) All of the above 871. Plastic combs and metal shears should not be placed in bleach because bleach is: Answer (C) a) Non-corrosive b) Not a suitable disinfectant c) Corrosive d) Toxic 872. Disinfection means to: Answer (A) a) Kill / eliminate microorganism on a surface b) Substantially reduce the number of pathogens c) All of the above d) None of the above 873. A disease which can be spread to others is known as: Answer (B) a) Contagious b) Communicable c) Pathogenic d) Common 874. Bacteria may be broadly classified into two groups: Answer (C) a) Bacterial and Viral b) Communicable and non-communicable c) Pathogenic and non-pathogenic d) Contagious and non-contagious 875. The vast majority of bacteria are: Answer (D) a) Pathogenic b) Communicable c) Contagious d) Non-pathogenic 876. Pathogenic bacteria are: Answer (B) a) Harmless saprophytes b) Harmful and disease producing c) The majority of all bacteria d) Difficult to destroy 877. How many bones are found in the hand (fingers/digits and palm/carpus): Answer (C) a) 14 b) 5 c) 19 d) 26 878. Which process of cleaning implements is generally not used by the stylist? Answer (C) a) Sanitation b) Disinfection c) Sterilization d) They are all required 879. A person who has a disease, is contagious, and yet shows no symptoms of that disease is: Answer (B) a) Symptomatic b) Asymptomatic c) Communicable d) A carrier 880. Cocci bacteria are what shape: Answer (B) a) Spiral or corkscrew b) Round c) Rod d) Can be all of the above 881. Bacilli bacteria are what shape: Answer (C) a) Spiral or corkscrew b) Round c) Rod d) Can be all of the above 882. Spirilla bacteria are what shape: Answer (A) a) Spiral or corkscrew b) Round c) Rod d) Can be all of the above 883. Of the three types of bacteria studied, which two are motile / mobile? Answer (A) a) Bacilli & Spirilla b) Cocci & Bacilli c) Cocci & Spirilla d) All of the above 884. Both motile, bacilli and spirilla are able to move about by use of: Answer (C) a) Cilia b) Flagella c) Cilia and Flagella d) Conjunctivitis 885. 3% H2O2 is used as a / an: Answer (A) a) Antiseptic b) Disinfectant c) Fumigant d) Sterilizer 886. Unclean implements, particularly brushes/combs, are likely to spread: Answer (B) a) Tinea b) Pediculosis c) Onychia d) Onychophagy 887. Conjunctivitis, Tinea, Scabies, Pediculosis, and the common cold are all conditions that will prevent the cosmetologist from working, these conditions are considered: Answer (D) a) Non-pathogenic conditions b) Pathogenic conditions c) Infectious diseases d) Contagious or communicable diseases 888. Bacteria that, do not cause/spread disease and live on dead matter, are called: Answer (B) a) Parasites b) Saprophytes c) Pathogenic d) Prions 889. Bacteria that live on dead matter and use it for energy are called: Answer (B) a) Parasites b) Non-pathogenic / saprophytes c) Pathogenic d) Prions 890. Pimples, boils, and carbuncles that contain pus, are all examples of: Answer (B) a) A general or blood borne infection b) A local infection c) A saprophytic infection d) Nevus flameus 891. A bacterial or viral infection, carried by the blood, throughout the body: Answer (A) a) A general or blood borne infection b) A local infection c) A saprophytic infection d) Nevus flameus 892. When conditions are optimal for bacterial growth and reproduction (warm damp, etc.): Answer (B) a) Inactive or spore forming b) Active or vegative/vegetative c) Dormant d) None of the above 893. When conditions for growth and reproduction are poor, the bacteria will protect itself, and this stage is referred to as: Answer (A) a) Inactive or spore forming b) Active or vegative/vegetative c) Dormant d) None of the above 894. Which bacterial form/s can produce spores when survival conditions become difficult? a) Cocci b) Bacilli c) Spirilla d) All of the above Answer (B) 895. Phalanges are: a) The bones of the fingers & toes b) Fingers c) Carpal d) The 8 bones of the wrist collectively Answer (A) 896. The term phalanges may also refer to: a) Hands b) Knuckles c) Toes d) Wrists Answer (B) 897. The 8 bones of the wrist are called: a) Knuckles b) Fingers c) Carpal d) The 8 bones of the wrist collectively Answer (C) 898. Carpal refers to: a) The 14 bones of the hands b) The 14 knuckles of the feet c) The 28 knuckles of the hands & feet d) The 8 bones of the wrist Answer (D) 899. Refers to the growth of dark, coarse hair, in areas where usually hair does not grow: a) Alopecia Aerate b) Hirsutism c) Hypertrichosis d) Both B and C Answer (D) 900. Hypertrichosis and Hirsutism both describe a condition of superfluous hair wherein: a) There is minimal growth of unwanted hair b) There is unwanted hair growth c) There is no hair growth / alopecia d) There is excessive growth of unwanted hair Answer (D) 901. The study that deals with the structures of the body is: Answer (D) a) Biology b) Dermatology c) Physiology d) Anatomy 902. The study that deals with the functions of the body is: Answer (C) a) Biology b) Dermatology c) Physiology d) Anatomy 903. Voluntary muscles are also referred to as: Answer (B) a) Non-striated b) Striated c) Cardiac d) Pulmonary 904. Which of the following is not a section of a muscle: Answer (B) a) Belly b) Distal c) Origin d) Insertion 905. The fixed / non-movable attachment of a muscle is called: Answer (D) a) Tendon b) Insertion c) Muscle band d) Origin 906. The portion of the muscle attached to the bone (known as the "Fixed" attachment): Answer (C) a) Belly b) Zygomaticus c) Origin or Proximal d) Insertion 907. The portion of the muscle furthest from the "Fixed" attachment / bone, is the: Answer (D) a) Belly b) Zygomaticus c) Origin or Proximal d) Insertion or Distal 908. Two or more cells working together to perform a specialized function: Answer (A) a) Tissue b) Daughter cells c) Prions d) Malar cells 909. Two or more types of tissues working together to perform a specialized function: Answer (A) a) Organ b) Tissue c) Zygomaticus d) Autonomic tissues 910. Involuntary muscles are also referred to as: Answer (A) a) Non-striated b) Striated c) Cardiac d) Pulmonary 911. Greasy / waxy dandruff is known as: Answer (D) a) Pityriasis b) Pityriasis capitis simplex c) Pityriasis dermatitus d) Pityriasis steatoidas 912. Dry and/or flakydandruff is known as: Answer (B) a) Pityriasis b) Pityriasis capitis simplex c) Pityriasis dermatitus d) Pityriasis steatoidas 913. The nerves that carry impulses towards the brain are known as: Answer (B) a) Autonomic nerves b) Afferent nerves c) Efferent nerves d) Peripheral nerves 914. Nerves that carry impulses away from the brain to the targeted muscles are known as: Answer (C) a) Autonomic nerves c) Efferent nerves b) Peripheral nerves d) Sensory nerves 915. A perm rod is also known as a: a) Rasp b) Curette Answer (C) c) Tool d) None of the above 916. Alkaline waves should be applied with: a) Exothermic heat b) Endothermic heat Answer (C) c) No heat d) All of the above 917. On which part of your razor does your little finger rest? Answer (B) a) Pivot Screw b) Tang c) Blade d) Finger brace/guard 918. On which part of your cutting shears does your little finger rest? Answer (D) a) Pivot Screw b) Tang c) Blade d) Finger brace/guard 919. The brain and spinal cord are part of what nervous system? Answer (C) a) Sensory / Afferent b) Motor / Efferent c) Central d) Cerebral 920. In a waxing procedure, the cooled / hardened wax should be removed: Answer (D) a) In same direction as hair growth b) Rapidly c) In the opposite direction of hair growth d) Both B and C 921. Another name for the Zygomatic or Malar bone is the: Answer (B) a) Jaw bone b) Cheek bone c) Breast bone d) Hyoid bone 922. Myology is the study of: Answer (D) a) Selfishness b) Ancient belief systems c) Hearing d) Muscles and muscle tissue 923. The fixed attachment of a muscle is called: Answer (D) a) Tendon b) Insertion c) Muscle band d) Origin 924. Osteology refers to the study of: Answer (D) a) Muscles b) Eyes c) Hair d) Bones 925. The blood vessels carrying blood away from the heart and out towards the body: Answer (D) a) Pulmonarys b) Veins c) Capillaries d) Arteries 926. Involuntary muscles (heart, lungs, etc.) are controlled by what nervous system? Answer (B) a) Automatic b) Autonomic c) Sympathetic d) Mixed nervous system 927. The growth pattern of hair is determined in the: Answer (C) a) Papilla b) Root c) Follicle d) Bulb 928. Another term for an alkaline is a: Answer (B) a) Acid b) Base c) Prion d) Compound 929. What effect does acid have on the hair? Answer (B) a) Soften and swell b) Shrink and harden c) Soften and shrink d) Shrink and swell 930. The concentration of Hydrogen ions in a solution, suspension, or emulsion is called: Answer (A) a) pH b) CO2 c) NaCl d) H2O 931. If a solution has less Hydroxy atoms than it has Hydrogen atoms, it is a / an: Answer (B) a) Alkali b) Acid c) Suspension d) Alkaline 932. If a solution has more Hydroxy atoms than it has Hydrogen atoms, it is a / an: Answer (A) a) Alkali b) Acid c) Suspension d) Alkalizer 933. If the cuticle of the hair is closed, what effect will this create? Answer (C) a) Tangles b) Dull c) Shiny d) Lifeless and without body 934. If the cuticle of the hair is open, this will create what effect? Answer (B) a) Tangles b) Dull c) Shiny d) Lifeless and without body 935. Which of the following products are acids? Answer (C) a) Ammonium thioglycolate b) Sodium hydroxide c) Vinegar d) Sodium hypochlorite 936. A vinegar rinse will remove residual soap from the hair's cuticle and: Answer (B) a) Open it and add body b) Close it and add shine / luster c) Close it and make it look dull d) Will have different effect on different hair 937. An acid rinse can be used to do which of the following: Answer (B) a) Open the cuticle and add volume b) Close the cuticle and add shine c) Close the cuticle to add volume d) Will have different effect on different hair 938. An oxidizing solution might contain all the following except: Answer (C) a) Sodium hydroxide b) H2O2 c) Conditioners d) H2O 939. A humectant might best be described as: Answer (B) a) A substance that repels moisture b) Substance that attracts and absorbs water c) A sudsing agent used in shampoos d) A degreasing agent 940. A common example of a widely used humectant is: Answer (D) a) Propylene glycol b) Sorbitol c) Glycerin d) All of the above 941. A commonly used ingredient in skin care products used to moisturize the skin is: Answer (D) a) Sodium b) Benzene c) Coal tar d) Glycerin 942. A substance which dissolves another substance is referred to as a / an: Answer (D) a) Solution b) Suspension c) Emulsion d) Solvent 943. The term "solute" refers to: Answer (A) a) The dissolved substance b) The substance acting as the dissolver c) Either A or B d) None of the above 944. A mixture of two or more immiscible substances, joined together with the aid of a binder: Answer (C) a) Mixture b) Colloid c) Emulsion d) Suspension 945. Another name for a "binder" holding two or more immiscible substances together: Answer (D) a) Solution b) Solute c) Colloid d) Emulsifier 946. Common salon emulsions include: Answer (B) a) Hydrogen Peroxide b) Conditioners c) Bleach d) Hair color 947. Common salon emulsions include: Answer (B) a) H2O2 b) Creams c) Bleach d) H2O 948. The concentration of Hydrogen ions in a solution, suspension, or emulsion is called: Answer (A) a) pH b) CO2 c) NaCl d) H2O 949. If a solution has less Hydroxy atoms than it has Hydrogen atoms, it is a / an: Answer (B) a) Alkali b) Acid c) Suspension d) Solution 950. If a solution has more Hydroxy atoms than it has Hydrogen atoms, it is a / an: Answer (A) a) Alkali b) Acid c) Suspension d) Solution