Question

chapter 4 skin disorders & diseases

1. what is a contagious, recurring viral infection characterized by fever blisters or cold sores?

a. herpes simplex i
b. herpes dermatitis
c. psoriasis
d. eczema

1. all of the following are reasons cosmetologists should understand the skins disorders and diseases except__________.

a. providing skin care services requires an understanding of the skins structure and common skin problems.
b. recommending appropriate skin care preparations to clients requires thorough knowledge of the skin and potential disorders.
c. recognizing when salon services can be safely performed is crucial to managing a safe practice.
d. recommending medications to treat skin conditions requires an understanding of common skin disorders.

1. all of the following are examples of extrinsic factors that influence skin aging except________.

a. uv radiation
b. alcohol use
c. gravity
d. pollution

Explanation:

• Question 38: Herpes simplex I is a well - known contagious, recurring viral infection that presents as fever blisters or cold sores. Herpes dermatitis is not a standard term for this condition. Psoriasis is an autoimmune skin disorder (not viral), and eczema is a non - viral inflammatory skin condition.
• Question 39: Cosmetologists are not licensed to recommend medications. They need to understand skin structure (for services - a), skin care preparations (b), and when services are safe (c).
• Question 40: Gravity is an intrinsic (natural, internal) factor related to the body's own processes. UV radiation (a), alcohol use (b), and pollution (d) are external (extrinsic) factors that influence skin aging.

Answer:

1. A. herpes simplex I
2. D. Recommending medications to treat skin conditions requires an understanding of common skin disorders.
3. C. gravity