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ESTHETICIAN COMPLETE EXAM PREP
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,Bacilli Are rod-shaped bacteria that cause diseases
such as tetanus and tuberculosis.
Spirilla Are spiral or corkscrew-shaped bacteria that
cause syphilis and Lyme disease.
Direct Transmission Transmission of blood or body fluids through
touching, kissing, coughing, sneezing, and
talking.
Indirect Transmission Transmission of blood or body fluids by
contaminated objects like razors, extractor, or an
environmental surface.
Tinea Pedis A ringworm fungus of the foot. (Fungal)
Tinea Corporis A ringworm on body. (Fungal)
Onychomycosis A nail infection. (Fungal)
Folliculitus An inflammation of the hair follicles caused by a
bacterial infection from ingrown hairs. Also,
known as folliculitis barbae or barber's itch.
,Tinea Versicolor A yeast creating white or varicolored patches on
the skin. Also, known as sun spots. (Fungal)
Pediculosis Capitis Head lice. (Parasites)
What is the most effective method Autoclaves, a high-pressure steam equipment.
of sterilization?
QUATS Quaternary Ammonium Compound, are a wet
and highly effective disinfectant.
Anatomy The study of the structures of the human body.
Physiology The study of the functions and activities
performed by the body structures.
Cells Are the basic unit of all living things. Without
cells, life does not exist.
Metabolism A chemical process that takes place in living
organisms where cells are nourished.
, Connective Tissue Supports, protects, and binds together other
tissues in the body. Examples are: bone,
cartilage, adipose tissue. Collagen and elastin
are protein fibers found in connective tissue.
Organs Are structures composed of specialized tissues
designed to perform a specific function in plants
and animals.
How many bones does the 206 Bones
skeleton have?
What is the primary function of the Helps produce both white and red blood cells
skeletal system? and stores most of the body's calcium supply.
How many bones make up the 8 Bones
cranium?
What are the bones in the cranium? Occipital, Parietal, Frontal, Temporal, Ethmoid,
and Sphenoid.
ESTHETICIAN COMPLETE EXAM PREP
STUDY GUIDE WITH PRACTICE
QUESTIONS, ANSWERS AND
COMPREHENSIVE ESTHETICS LICENSE
REVIEW | GRADED A+ | GUARANTEED
SUCCESS
Updated 2026 Questions and Answers | 100% Verified
Exam Prep
,Bacilli Are rod-shaped bacteria that cause diseases
such as tetanus and tuberculosis.
Spirilla Are spiral or corkscrew-shaped bacteria that
cause syphilis and Lyme disease.
Direct Transmission Transmission of blood or body fluids through
touching, kissing, coughing, sneezing, and
talking.
Indirect Transmission Transmission of blood or body fluids by
contaminated objects like razors, extractor, or an
environmental surface.
Tinea Pedis A ringworm fungus of the foot. (Fungal)
Tinea Corporis A ringworm on body. (Fungal)
Onychomycosis A nail infection. (Fungal)
Folliculitus An inflammation of the hair follicles caused by a
bacterial infection from ingrown hairs. Also,
known as folliculitis barbae or barber's itch.
,Tinea Versicolor A yeast creating white or varicolored patches on
the skin. Also, known as sun spots. (Fungal)
Pediculosis Capitis Head lice. (Parasites)
What is the most effective method Autoclaves, a high-pressure steam equipment.
of sterilization?
QUATS Quaternary Ammonium Compound, are a wet
and highly effective disinfectant.
Anatomy The study of the structures of the human body.
Physiology The study of the functions and activities
performed by the body structures.
Cells Are the basic unit of all living things. Without
cells, life does not exist.
Metabolism A chemical process that takes place in living
organisms where cells are nourished.
, Connective Tissue Supports, protects, and binds together other
tissues in the body. Examples are: bone,
cartilage, adipose tissue. Collagen and elastin
are protein fibers found in connective tissue.
Organs Are structures composed of specialized tissues
designed to perform a specific function in plants
and animals.
How many bones does the 206 Bones
skeleton have?
What is the primary function of the Helps produce both white and red blood cells
skeletal system? and stores most of the body's calcium supply.
How many bones make up the 8 Bones
cranium?
What are the bones in the cranium? Occipital, Parietal, Frontal, Temporal, Ethmoid,
and Sphenoid.
