PSI written exam cosmetology
QUESTION AND ANSWER 2024
GRADED A+ UPGRADES/ VERIFIED
Which procedure would prepare implements that may accidentally be exposed to
blood or bodily fluid? - ANSWER-Disinfection
Which is the lowest level of decontamination? - ANSWER-Sanitizing a surface
Which of the following is the FIRST step in responding to a blood exposure incident?
- ANSWER-Stop the service
All of the following are steps in decontaminating workstations when there is an
exposure incident EXCEPT - ANSWER-discard all disposable contaminated material
in nearest trash receptable
Which of the following is the BEST way to avoid accidental exposure to bodily fluids
and bloodborne pathogens on the skin? - ANSWER-wearing gloves
All of the following are examples of antimicrobial pesticides EXCEPT - ANSWER-
Algaecide
The cosmetic products in the salon are of concern to the FDA EXCEPT - ANSWER-
to legally require companies to share information on their products
Brushing the hair before a scalp treatment helps remove all of the following EXCEPT
- ANSWER-dandruff
Head blocks are BEST used for which of the following? - ANSWER-Practicing
If hair extensions are required because of a thinning hairline, how many strands of
hair is BEST to add? - ANSWER-5 to 10
Which of the following hair extension is the most heat resistant? - ANSWER-
Kanekalon
Which of the following conditioners should NOT be used on braids? - ANSWER-
Creamy
, In which of the following areas would you start a relaxer retouch applicator -
ANSWER-Area most resistant
Which hydrogen peroxide developer is used with most high-lift colors? - ANSWER-
40 volume
Which of the following causes grayish build-up in a color - ANSWER-Gradual color
All of the following are characteristics of temporary haircolor EXCEPT - ANSWER-
chemical change to hair shaft
Which is considered a galvanic treatment using a very low level of electrical current?
- ANSWER-Microcurrent
Which of the following is considered a variation of friction and is used to massage
the arms and legs? - ANSWER-wringing
All of the following are permanent hair removal methods EXCEPT - ANSWER-
epilators
Which of the following supplies are necessary in a wrap maintenance procedure? -
ANSWER-Non-acetone remover
Which abrasive file would you use to shape a weak natural nail? - ANSWER-240 grit
All of the following are classified as equipment used in nail services EXCEPT -
ANSWER-abrasivce board
Which of the following is the decontamination method 2 for blood or other infectious
materials on items? - ANSWER-cleaning then sterlizing
Which of the following is the BEST way to avoid accidental exposure to bodily fluids
and bloodborne pathogens on the skin? - ANSWER-wearing gloves
Which of the following is a characteristic of a wax burn with some redness and
irritation, but no blisters? - ANSWER-first degree burn
Which disinfectant is appropriate for stopping the take over of the host cell's
reproductive function? - ANSWER-Vircidal
Sterilization is the ONLY type of cleaning that will kill which of the following -
ANSWER-bacterial spores
Electrotherapy treatment should be avoided except - ANSWER-To soften and
emulsify grease deposits
Which of the following is the BEST to consult which in doubt about a how to use a
product? - ANSWER-Manufacturers instructions
QUESTION AND ANSWER 2024
GRADED A+ UPGRADES/ VERIFIED
Which procedure would prepare implements that may accidentally be exposed to
blood or bodily fluid? - ANSWER-Disinfection
Which is the lowest level of decontamination? - ANSWER-Sanitizing a surface
Which of the following is the FIRST step in responding to a blood exposure incident?
- ANSWER-Stop the service
All of the following are steps in decontaminating workstations when there is an
exposure incident EXCEPT - ANSWER-discard all disposable contaminated material
in nearest trash receptable
Which of the following is the BEST way to avoid accidental exposure to bodily fluids
and bloodborne pathogens on the skin? - ANSWER-wearing gloves
All of the following are examples of antimicrobial pesticides EXCEPT - ANSWER-
Algaecide
The cosmetic products in the salon are of concern to the FDA EXCEPT - ANSWER-
to legally require companies to share information on their products
Brushing the hair before a scalp treatment helps remove all of the following EXCEPT
- ANSWER-dandruff
Head blocks are BEST used for which of the following? - ANSWER-Practicing
If hair extensions are required because of a thinning hairline, how many strands of
hair is BEST to add? - ANSWER-5 to 10
Which of the following hair extension is the most heat resistant? - ANSWER-
Kanekalon
Which of the following conditioners should NOT be used on braids? - ANSWER-
Creamy
, In which of the following areas would you start a relaxer retouch applicator -
ANSWER-Area most resistant
Which hydrogen peroxide developer is used with most high-lift colors? - ANSWER-
40 volume
Which of the following causes grayish build-up in a color - ANSWER-Gradual color
All of the following are characteristics of temporary haircolor EXCEPT - ANSWER-
chemical change to hair shaft
Which is considered a galvanic treatment using a very low level of electrical current?
- ANSWER-Microcurrent
Which of the following is considered a variation of friction and is used to massage
the arms and legs? - ANSWER-wringing
All of the following are permanent hair removal methods EXCEPT - ANSWER-
epilators
Which of the following supplies are necessary in a wrap maintenance procedure? -
ANSWER-Non-acetone remover
Which abrasive file would you use to shape a weak natural nail? - ANSWER-240 grit
All of the following are classified as equipment used in nail services EXCEPT -
ANSWER-abrasivce board
Which of the following is the decontamination method 2 for blood or other infectious
materials on items? - ANSWER-cleaning then sterlizing
Which of the following is the BEST way to avoid accidental exposure to bodily fluids
and bloodborne pathogens on the skin? - ANSWER-wearing gloves
Which of the following is a characteristic of a wax burn with some redness and
irritation, but no blisters? - ANSWER-first degree burn
Which disinfectant is appropriate for stopping the take over of the host cell's
reproductive function? - ANSWER-Vircidal
Sterilization is the ONLY type of cleaning that will kill which of the following -
ANSWER-bacterial spores
Electrotherapy treatment should be avoided except - ANSWER-To soften and
emulsify grease deposits
Which of the following is the BEST to consult which in doubt about a how to use a
product? - ANSWER-Manufacturers instructions
