NYS Cosmetology Licensing Written
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Bacteriology - ✔✔study of microorganisms called bacteria
Bacteria - ✔✔another name for germ or microbe, minute one celled, vegetable origin,
seen with microscope.
Cocci - ✔✔spherical bacteria
Spirilla - ✔✔spiral shaped bacteria
Bacilli - ✔✔Rod shaped bacteria
pathogenic - ✔✔causing disease
Non Pathogenic - ✔✔Bacteria that are not harmful
parasite - ✔✔An organism that feeds on a living host
saprophyte - ✔✔An organism that feeds on dead matter
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,Human Relations - ✔✔the study of how people interact in the workplace and how
communication can be improved
Flagella - ✔✔A long, whip-like filament that helps in cell motility
Mitosis - ✔✔cells split in half
Natural Immunity - ✔✔born with immunity
acquired immunity - ✔✔immunity that the body develops after it overcomes a disease,
or through inoculation (such as vaccination)
General Infection - ✔✔Occurs when the circulatory system carries bacteria and their
toxins to all parts of the body
Local Infection - ✔✔An infection, such as a pimple or abscess, that is confined to a
particular part of the body and appears as a lesion containing pus.
EPA - ✔✔Environmental Protection Agency
MSDS - ✔✔Material Safety Data Sheet
OSHA - ✔✔Occupational Safety and Health Administration
PPE - ✔✔Personal Protection Equipment
sodium hydrochlorite - ✔✔Household bleach
QUAT - ✔✔Quaternary ammonium compound 1:1,000 parts
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, Draping - ✔✔first line of protection for client
single drape method - ✔✔for non-chemical services
double drape - ✔✔for chemical services
Shampooing - ✔✔creates first long lasting impression to client about your confidence.
Healthy scalp - ✔✔Cleanliness and stimulation
Before using water - ✔✔test on wrist
Keep fingertips cupped over nozzle to prevent - ✔✔rapid temperature change
shampoo using - ✔✔cushion of fingertips
scientific brushing prior to shampoo removes - ✔✔dirt, debris, dead skin cells,
products, adds shine to hair
Don't brush hair prior to - ✔✔any chemical service because it causes irritation to the
scalp
purpose of scalp treatment - ✔✔help a dry scalp and increase blood flow and relaxation
purpose of conditioning treatment - ✔✔hydrate moisturize damaged dry hair.
scalp massage is not suggested for - ✔✔clients with severe hypertension that is
uncontrolled by a doctor
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Exam Review Guide Questions and
Answers 100% Pass
Bacteriology - ✔✔study of microorganisms called bacteria
Bacteria - ✔✔another name for germ or microbe, minute one celled, vegetable origin,
seen with microscope.
Cocci - ✔✔spherical bacteria
Spirilla - ✔✔spiral shaped bacteria
Bacilli - ✔✔Rod shaped bacteria
pathogenic - ✔✔causing disease
Non Pathogenic - ✔✔Bacteria that are not harmful
parasite - ✔✔An organism that feeds on a living host
saprophyte - ✔✔An organism that feeds on dead matter
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,Human Relations - ✔✔the study of how people interact in the workplace and how
communication can be improved
Flagella - ✔✔A long, whip-like filament that helps in cell motility
Mitosis - ✔✔cells split in half
Natural Immunity - ✔✔born with immunity
acquired immunity - ✔✔immunity that the body develops after it overcomes a disease,
or through inoculation (such as vaccination)
General Infection - ✔✔Occurs when the circulatory system carries bacteria and their
toxins to all parts of the body
Local Infection - ✔✔An infection, such as a pimple or abscess, that is confined to a
particular part of the body and appears as a lesion containing pus.
EPA - ✔✔Environmental Protection Agency
MSDS - ✔✔Material Safety Data Sheet
OSHA - ✔✔Occupational Safety and Health Administration
PPE - ✔✔Personal Protection Equipment
sodium hydrochlorite - ✔✔Household bleach
QUAT - ✔✔Quaternary ammonium compound 1:1,000 parts
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, Draping - ✔✔first line of protection for client
single drape method - ✔✔for non-chemical services
double drape - ✔✔for chemical services
Shampooing - ✔✔creates first long lasting impression to client about your confidence.
Healthy scalp - ✔✔Cleanliness and stimulation
Before using water - ✔✔test on wrist
Keep fingertips cupped over nozzle to prevent - ✔✔rapid temperature change
shampoo using - ✔✔cushion of fingertips
scientific brushing prior to shampoo removes - ✔✔dirt, debris, dead skin cells,
products, adds shine to hair
Don't brush hair prior to - ✔✔any chemical service because it causes irritation to the
scalp
purpose of scalp treatment - ✔✔help a dry scalp and increase blood flow and relaxation
purpose of conditioning treatment - ✔✔hydrate moisturize damaged dry hair.
scalp massage is not suggested for - ✔✔clients with severe hypertension that is
uncontrolled by a doctor
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