Cos I Chapter 8

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Cosmetologists refer clients with medical issues to dermatologists more than any other type of physician

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True

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A nodule is a secondary lesion that does not require medical attention

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False, it is a primary lesion that requires medical referral

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A closed comedo is also known as a blackhead

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False, also known as a whitehead

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Milia resemble small sesame seeds and are commonly associated with newborn babies

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True

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Acne is also known as sebaceous vulgaris

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False, also known as acne vulgaris

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The cause of rosacea is unknown

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True

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Nearly 60 percent of aging is caused by the rays of the sun

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False, approximatey 80 to 85 percent of aging is caused by the rays of the sun

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The trick in preventing occupational contact dermatitis is to use goves or utensils when working with irritating chemicals

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True

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A freckle is an example of a mark on the skin called a

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Lesion

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All of the following are examples of primary lesions EXCEPT

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Keloid

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A large blister containing a watery fluid is a

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Bulla

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A flat spot or discoloration on the skin is a

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Macule

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A large sore bump that does not have a head of pus is a

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Papule

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An inflamed pimple containing pus is a

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Pustule

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An abnormal cell mass that varies in size, color, and shape is a

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Tumor

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Lesions of the skin characterized by piles of material on the skin surface are

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Secondary skin lesions

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Dead cells that form over a wound or blemish while it is healing comprise a

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Crust

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Cracks in the skin that penetrate the dermis layer, such as chapped hands or lips, are

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Fissures

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A thick scar resulting from excessive growth of fibrous tissue is known as

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Keloid

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Any thin dry or oily plate of epidermal flakes is known as a

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Scale

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An open lesion of the skin or mucous membrane, accompanied by pus and characterized by loss of skin depth is a(n)

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Ulcer

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A hair follicle filled with keratin and sebum forms a

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Comedo

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Benign, keratin-filled cysts that appear just under the epidermis and have no visible opening are

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Milia

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A skin disorder characterized by chronic inflammation of the sebaceous glands caused from retained secretions is

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Acne

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Inflammation of the sebaceous glands characterized by red, flaky skin in the scalp and hairline is

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Seborrheic dermatitis

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Distended or dilated surface blood vessels are called

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Telangiectasias

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Excessive sweating, caused by heat or general body weakness is

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Hyperhidrosis

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A contagious, recurring viral infection characterized by fever blisters or cold sores is

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Herpes simplex

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A noncontagious skin disease characterized by red patches covered with silver-white scales found on the scalp is

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Psoriasis

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The absence of melanin pigmentation of the body is known as

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Albinism

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Hypertrophy of the papillae and epidermis is a

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Wart

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The most common and least severe type of skin cancer is

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Basal cell carcinoma

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Dark, brown patches on the skin that may appear uneven in texture, jagged, or raised may be a warning sign of

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Malignant melanoma

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The American Cancer Society recommends using a checklist to recognize potential skin cancer or changes in moles, using the letter B to check mole:

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Borders

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The main food source for acne bacteria is

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Fatty acids

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Which of the following is NOT an intrinsic skin-aging factor?

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Sun exposure

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The UV rays of the sun reach the skin in two different forms, which are

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UVA and UVB rays

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The rays of the sun that cause sunburns and tanning and are also known as burning rays are

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UVB rays

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Allergic reaction created by repeated exposure to a chemical or substance

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Sensitization

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Skin disorder characterized by light abnormal patches

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Leukoderma

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Inflammation of the skin caused by having contact with certain chemicals or substances

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Contact dermatitis

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Small brown or flesh-colored outgrowth of the skin

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Skin tag

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Large protruding pocket-like lesion filled with sebum

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Sebaceous cyst

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Abnormal brown or wine-colored skin discoloration with a circular or irregular shape

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Stain

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Skin sore or abrasion produced by scratching or scraping

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Excoriation

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Common bacterial infection of the eyes

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Conjunctivitis