Empire Beauty School - Skin Care

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Absorption:

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allows products to penetrate the skin to keep it supple and pliable, which helps the skin to retain its stretch and/or elasticity

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Acne:

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chronic inflammation of the sebaceous glands

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Acquired Immune Deficiency Syndrome (AIDS):

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the final stage of the HIV virus, which destroys the immune system

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Albinism:

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rare, congenital skin disorder characterized by a total or partial lack of melanin in the body

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Alternating Current (AC):

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rapid or interrupted electrical current that switches direction, moving in one direction then changing to the opposite direction

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Ampere:

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is the unit for measuring the strength of an electric current

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also known as amp,

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Anhidrotic:

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lack of perspiration due to an underactive sudoriferous gland

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Anode:

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positive electrode

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Antiseptic:

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agent that prevents or reduces infection by eliminating or decreasing the growth of microorganisms

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it can be applied safely to the skin to cleanse a superficial wound or assist in the removal of bacteria

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Artery:

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thick-walled, tube-like vessel that carries oxygenated blood away from the heart

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Atrium:

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the thin-walled chambers of the top half of the heart and are referred to as the right and/or left atrium

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Bactericidal:

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product or item that is capable of destroying bacteria

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Basal Cell Carcinoma:

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it is characterized either as a small red bump with a surface appearance of blood vessels or a 'pearly' nodule with a rough texture

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the most common and mildest form of skin cancer;

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Belly:

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the middle part of the muscle

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Blood:

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nourishing fluid that supplies nutrients and oxygen, carries away waste products, and protects the body from pathogenic bacteria

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Bloodborne Pathogen:

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infectious pathogenic microorganisms that are present in human blood or bodily fluids and can cause disease in humans; these pathogens include, but are not limited to, hepatitis B virus (HBV) and human immunodeficiency virus (HPV)

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Bromhidrosis:

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foul-smelling perspiration

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Bulla:

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large blister containing clear, watery fluid

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Cathode:

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negative electrode

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Cell:

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the basic unit of all living matter

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Chloasma:

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are non-elevated, hyper pigmented, light to dark brown spots and scattered on hands, arms or face

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also known as liver spots or moth patches,

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Circuit Breaker:

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a 'switch' that automatically shuts off the flow of electricity at the first signs of an overload

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Circuit Breaker Box:

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is a device that automatically stops the flow of electricity in a circuit

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also known as a panel,

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Circulatory System:

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comprised of the blood, blood vessels, and heart;Responsible for moving blood and lymph throughout the body

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Closed Comedone:

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is a hair follicle that is closed, keeping the sebum from being exposed to the environment and oxidizing

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also known as Whitehead,

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Comedo:

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skin lesion containing masses of sebum trapped in the hair follicle; two types of comedones are open comedones (blackheads) and closed comedones (whiteheads)

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Common Carotid Arteries:

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main source of blood supply to the face, head and neck

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Complete Electric Current:

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flow of positive and negative electric currents from a generating source, through a conductor and back to the generating source

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Conductor:

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any material that allows or supports the flow of electric current;

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for example, metal, copper and water are excellent conductors of electricity

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Conjunctivitis:

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is a common bacterial infection of the eyes that is highly contagious

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also known as Pinkeye,

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Converter:

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device that switches direct current (DC) to alternating current (AC)

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Dermatitis:

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inflammation of the skin from any cause, resulting in a range of symptoms, such as redness, swelling, itching, or blistering

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Dermatitis Venenata:

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is an allergic reaction caused by the skin’s sensitivity to the exposure or use of a certain product

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also known as Contact Dermatitis,

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Dermatology:

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study of skin, its functions, structures, conditions, diseases / disorders
and treatments

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Dermis:

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the underlying or inner layer of the skin directly below the epidermis,

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also known as derma, corium, cutis or true skin

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Digestive System:

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comprised of the stomach, intestines, mouth and several glands that digest food and break it down into nutrients

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Direct Current (DC):

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electric current that flows in only one direction

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Disinfection:

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to destroy microorganisms on nonporous surfaces and prevent infection; the second level of infection control

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Duct Gland:

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secretes waste from the body and deposits it on the skin's surface; located within the dermis

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Eczema:

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painful, itchy and non-contagious skin inflammation, which can have the appearance of either dry or moist lesions

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Effleurage:

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massage technique that involves gliding, stroking or circular movements, utilizing a light, slow consistent motion with either light or no pressure

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Endocrine System:

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comprised of specialized, ductless glands that regulate hormone production

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Epidermis:

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is the outermost layer of the skin, containing many small nerve endings, but no blood vessels

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also known as Basal Layer,

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Ethnocide Bone:

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spongy bone between both eye sockets that forms part of the nasal cavity



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Excoriation:

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occurs through the scraping or scratching of the epidermal layer or skin's surface; this can occur with an existing sore being scratched, irritating the existing injury

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Excretion:

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accomplished when the sweat glands disburse perspiration; this maintains a healthy temperature by cooling the body

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Excretory System:

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comprised of the kidneys, liver, skin, large intestine and lungs that eliminate waste from the body

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Friction:

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massage technique that involves deep rubbing, rolling or wringing movement applied with pressure, forcing one layer of tissue to press against another layer, therefore flattening or stretching that tissue

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Fungicidal:

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capable of destroying fungi

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Fuse:

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designed to prevent an excessive amount of electrical current from passing through the circuit

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Fuse Box:

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contains small devices with metal wires that link to the main source of electricity for the entire building

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Galvanic Current:

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constant and direct current set to a safe, low voltage level; chemical changes are produced when the current is passed through certain solutions containing acids and salts

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Grounding:

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a term used to promote electrical safety, which means the electrical current is safely carried away from you to the ground; grounding electrical equipment will prevent electrical shock

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Heat Regulation:

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maintaining a body temperature of 98.6° Fahrenheit through the blood and excretion of perspiration

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Hepatitis:

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blood borne virus that can cause inflammation of the liver caused by infections of toxic agents and is characterized by jaundice, fever, liver enlargement and abdominal pain

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Herpes Simplex (HSV):

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commonly known as a fever blister or a cold sore, is a contagious skin disorder associated with a viral infection

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Hirsutism:

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is extreme hairiness or excessive growth of hair, sometimes on uncommon areas of the face and body

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also known as Hypertrichosis,

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Human Immunodeficiency Virus (HIV):

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blood borne pathogen that weakens the immune system by destroying the white blood cells; HIV is the virus that can lead to AIDS

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Hyperhidrosis:

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an over-abundance of perspiration due to an overactive sudoriferous gland

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Impetigo:

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contagious bacterial infection of the skin characterized by open lesions

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Insertion:

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portion of the muscle joined to bone to assist movement

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Integumentary System:

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comprised of skin and its layers; serves as a protective covering

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Invisible Light:

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the light that is invisible to the naked eye

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Iontophoresis:

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the process of forcing a water-based soluble solution into the skin using a galvanic current

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Katia:

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is a thickened or hardened area of skin caused by friction, continual rubbing, or pressure over the same part of skin

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also known as a callus or tyloma,

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Kilowatt:

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measures 1,000 watts of electrical power used in apparatus within one second

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Lesion:

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wound or mark on the skin that can be considered either a disease or disorder

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Leukoderma:

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skin disorder that is characterized by light patches (hypopigmentation);

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leukoderma can be caused by a burn or congenital disease, such as albinism

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Lymph:

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clear, slightly yellow fluid that is located within the vessels and is filtered by the lymph nodes

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Lymphatic / Immune System:

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main function is to protect the body from disease by developing immunities

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Macule:

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areas of discoloration that appear on the skin surface; for example, freckles

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Malignant Melanoma:

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most dangerous form of skin cancer;

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it appears as dark brown or black spots or lesions with an uneven shape, size and/or color

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Melanocyte:

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special cells that produce the skin pigment called melanin

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Millie:

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small, white, keratin-filled bumps or cysts that are enclosed within the epidermis with no visible opening;

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commonly found around the eyes, cheeks and/or forehead

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Malaria Rubra:

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is a rash of tiny, red, raised spots appearing on the skin, accompanied by burning and itching

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also known as heat rash or prickly heat,

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Milliampere:

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less than 1/1000 of an ampere; electrical equipment used for facial treatments have
controls that allow the current to be reduced to 1/1000 of an amp

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Mitosis:

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process in which human tissue cells reproduce by dividing in half, creating two
daughter cells

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Mole:

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small flat or raised pigmented spot on the surface of the skin, ranging in color from light
to dark brown

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Motor Nerve:

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nerve that carries messages to the brain and/or spinal cord to produce movement

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MRSA (Methicillin-Resistant Staphylococcus Aureus):

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infection that is resistant to certain
antibiotics; commonly found on the skin and starts as small, red bumps

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Muscular System:

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contracts and moves various parts of the body and supports the skeletal system

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Myology:

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study of muscles − their structure, function and diseases

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Nervous System:

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comprised of the brain, spinal cord and nerves; it regulates and controls all of
the body's activities

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Neurology:

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scientific study of the structure and purpose of the nervous system

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Nevus:

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characterized by small or large irregularly shaped marks or stains that are not malignant

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birthmark on the skin,

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Nonconductor:

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is a material that prevents the flow of electricity; for
example, cement, glass, rubber, silk and wood

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also known as an Insulator,

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Non-Striated Muscle:

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Involuntary muscle that is smooth and not marked with lines

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Ohm:

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unit for measuring the resistance of an electric current

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Open Comedone:

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is a hair follicle containing masses of hardened
sebum and keratin; the open pore appears black due to the sebum being exposed to
the environment and oxidizing

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also known as Blackhead,

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Organs:

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separate body structures composed of multiple tissues that each performs specific functions

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Origin:

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place where a muscle attaches to a non-moving section of bone

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Papillary Layer:

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outermost layer of the dermis, directly underneath the epidermis

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Papule:

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small, red elevated protrusion of the skin, usually containing no pus


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Percussion:

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massage technique that involves short, light tapping or
slapping movements


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also known as Tapotement,

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Petrissage:

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massage technique that involves kneading, lifting or grasping movement

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Platelet (Thrombocyte):

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colorless particle located in the blood that is responsible for clotting

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Polarity:

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property of having two opposites; a positive and negative pole of an electric current

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Protection:

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guarding against the skin's enemies, such as UV rays, extreme weather conditions, bacterial infections and injury

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Pustule:

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inflamed, elevated pimple that contains pus

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Rectifier:

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device that switches alternating current (AC) to direct current (DC)

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Reproductive System:

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comprised of the organs necessary to reproduce

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Respiratory System:

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comprised of the organs that help to process air

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Reticular Layer:

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deeper layer of the derma located below the papillary layer that assists in supplying the skin with nutrients and oxygen

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Rosacea:

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chronic skin disorder of the face with red inflamed areas appearing mostly on the nose and cheeks



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Sanitation:

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the lowest level of decontamination that is a physical or chemical process of reducing the surface pathogens and dirt;

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it will aid in preventing the growth of germs but will not kill bacteria

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Sebaceous Gland:

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sac-like duct gland attached to the hair follicles that produce sebum

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Sebum:

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oily substance that lubricates the skin or scalp and is secreted from the sebaceous glands

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Secretion:

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when sebum, an oily substance, is delivered from the sebaceous glands to provide moisture and maintain skin's elasticity

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Sensation:

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nerve endings that are stimulated through touch, heat, cold, pressure and pain receptors; these receptors are situated near the hair follicles within the dermis and send messages to the bra into react to the sensation

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Sensory Nerve:

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nerve that carries messages to the brain and/or spinal cord to recognize touch, cold, heat, sight, hearing, taste, smell, pain and pressure

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Skeletal System:

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physical foundation of the body; composed of 206 bones

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Squamous Cell Carcinoma:

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common form of skin cancer, also non-melanoma type; it has an appearance of enlarged red nodules and a rough texture

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Sterilization:

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chemical process that completely destroys all microbial life and bacterial spores on nonporous surfaces; the most effective / highest level of infection control; germ-free

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Stratum Cornea:

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outermost layer of the epidermis, known as the horny layer

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Stratum Germinativum:

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deepest / innermost layer of the epidermis, known as the basal cell layer

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Stratum Granulosum:

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granular-like layer of the epidermis located between the Stratum Lucidum and Stratum Spinosum

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Stratum Lucidum:

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clear layer of epidermis just below the Stratum Corneum

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Stratum Spinosum:

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layer where the cells develop tiny spines that assist in binding all cells tightly together

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Striated Muscle:

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are voluntary muscles attached to the bones and are knowingly controlled

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also known as skeletal muscles,

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Subcutaneous Tissue:

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fatty tissue found beneath the dermis

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Sudoriferous:

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consist of tube-like ducts that begin in the dermis and extend into the epidermis by attaching themselves to hair follicles

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also known as Sweat Glands,

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Systemic Disease:

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often due to over-functioning or under-functioning internal glands or organs

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Tesla High Frequency Current:

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uses alternating current (AC) that produces heat and provides stimulation and/or relaxation to the skin and scalp

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also known as Violet Ray,

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Thyroid Gland:

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controls how quickly the body burns energy (metabolism), makes proteins, and how sensitive the body should be to other hormones

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Tissues:

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group of similar cells that perform specific functions

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Tuberculocidal:

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product that is able to kill the bacteria that cause tuberculosis

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Valves:

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permits the blood to flow in one direction only, either into or out of the ventricles and/or atrium vein thin-walled, tube-like vessel that carries impure blood back to the heart; contains small cup-like structures that keep the blood flowing in one direction

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Ventricle:

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thick-walled chambers on the bottom half of the heart and are referred to as the right and/or left ventricle

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Verruca:

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characterized by a hard, rough, red or flesh-colored bump that is commonly found on hands or feet

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the medical term for a wart,

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Vesicle:

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small blister or sac filled with a clear fluid

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Vibration:

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massage technique that involves the use of the tips of the fingers to produce a rapid shaking movement

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Virucidal:

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capable of destroying viruses

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Visible Spectrum of Light:

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varying degrees of wavelengths in the electromagnetic spectrum that are visible to the human eye

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Vitiligo:

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inherited skin disorder producing smooth, irregularly shaped white patches, caused by the loss of pigment producing cells.

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Volt:

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unit for measuring the force or pressure of an electric current

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Watt:

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measures the amount of electrical energy used by an apparatus within one second

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Wheal:

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an itchy swollen lesion that occurs shortly after an insect bite or allergic reaction

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also known as Urticaria,