COSMETOLOGY STATE BOARDS (IOWA)
EXAM GUIDE QUESTIONS AND
ANSWERS
All of the following information could be found in client records EXCEPT:
A. Date of last service
B. Price of the service
C. Client's social security number
D. Technique and application method - Answer-C. Client's social security number
All of the following steps would happen prior to preforming a basic facial EXCEPT:
A. Explain recommended solutions
B. Describe products that will be used
C. Make known the price of the service
D. Request satisfactory feedback from the client - Answer-D. Request satisfactory
feedback from the client
An approved EPA-registered hospital disinfectant is required for use when: - Answer-
Tools come in contact with blood or body fluids
What should you do immediatly after a service? - Answer-Wash hands with warm water
and soap
A coloring technique that lightens isolated strands by weaving or slicing is called: -
Answer-Highlighting
A disinfectant is acceptable for use on: - Answer-Tools and multi use supplies
A facial mask that hardens to a rubber-like consistency and can be pulled from the face
in one piece is a: - Answer-Modeling Mask
A graduated form is also referred to as a wedge or a: - Answer-45 degree angle cut
A hair addition is designed to be attached to which portion of the client's own hair? -
Answer-Base
A shampoo bowl that allows you to stand behind the client helps: - Answer-Reduce
back fatigue
A trimmer, also known as an edge, is a tool used to: - Answer-Outline and refine the
hairline
Alkaline perms produce faster processing times and: - Answer-Stronger curl
,Chemical products used to destroy most bacteria (except bacterial spores), fungi and
viruses on nonporous surfaces are called: - Answer-Disinfectants
Virucidals are disinfectants used to kill: - Answer-Viruses
The regulatory agency under the Department of Labor that enforces safety and health
standards in the workplace is: - Answer-OSHA
Key product information, such as toxicology, first aid, fire fighting measures and
ecological information, is provided by the: - Answer-SDS (Safety Data Sheets)
Who is the party responsible for distribution of Safety Data Sheets? - Answer-
Manufacturer
What is given to a product, along with the approval of the efficacy claims on the label to
ensure the product is safe and effective? - Answer-EPA Registration number
What the does OSHA (Occupational Safety & Health Administration) Bloodborne
Pathogens Standard require the use of, when tools and multi-use supplies come into
contact with blood or body fluid? - Answer-approved EPA registered hospital
disinfectant
Which of the following steps should be taken after removing all hair from a brush during
a disinfection procedure?
A. dry brush thoroughly
B. wash brush with soap and water
C. store brush in a dry, covered container
D. immerse brush in a disinfecting solution - Answer-B. Wash brush with soap and
water
All tools must be thoroughly cleaned before: - Answer-Immersing
Any tools or supplies that come in contact with the client during a service must be: -
Answer-Discard or disinfected
Metal tools and nonporous supplies used should be disinfected: - Answer-After each
use
All of the following terms describe the type of container disinfected tools or nonporous
supplies are stored in EXCEPT:
A. Dry
B. Open
C. Closed
D. Disinfected - Answer-b. Open
, If a tool is free from dirt, oil, and microbes, it has been: - Answer-decontaminated
Always store disinfectants in containers that are: - Answer-Labeled
All of the following are precautions to take when using chemical disinfectants EXCEPT:
A. Store implements in cool, dry area
B. Tightly cover and label all containers
C. Purchase chemicals in small quantities
D. Use hands to remove objects from disinfectants - Answer-D. Use hands to remove
objects from disinfectants
Why is it important to add disinfectant to water when diluting a concentrate? - Answer-
Prevents foaming
How often should the solution in disinfectant containers be changed? - Answer-As
directed by manufacturer
Which of the following services normally requires the use of sterilization procedures?
A. Perming
B. Sculpting
C. Electrolysis
D. Shampooing - Answer-C. Electrolysis
Tools and instruments used to puncture or invade the skin must be sterilized or
designed to be: - Answer-Disposable
Sterilization standards require the use of liquid sterilant and/or moist or: - Answer-Dry
heat
An approved EPA- registered hospital disinfectant is required for use when: - Answer-
Tools come in contact with blood or body fluids
What is the proper procedure for dealing with tools and multi-use supplies that have
NOT come in contact with blood or body fluids? - Answer-Use an approved EPA
registered disinfectant
When performing a procedure for cleaning and disinfecting tools, what is the first step? -
Answer-Put on safety glasses and single use gloves
Which of the following statements identifies an appropriate step for a basic hand
washing procedure?
A. Rinse hands in cold water
B. Use a communal towel for drying
C. Spend at least 20 seconds working up a good lather
D. Position hands upward to allow rinse to progress from fingertips to wrist - Answer-C.
Spend at least 20 seconds working up a good lather
EXAM GUIDE QUESTIONS AND
ANSWERS
All of the following information could be found in client records EXCEPT:
A. Date of last service
B. Price of the service
C. Client's social security number
D. Technique and application method - Answer-C. Client's social security number
All of the following steps would happen prior to preforming a basic facial EXCEPT:
A. Explain recommended solutions
B. Describe products that will be used
C. Make known the price of the service
D. Request satisfactory feedback from the client - Answer-D. Request satisfactory
feedback from the client
An approved EPA-registered hospital disinfectant is required for use when: - Answer-
Tools come in contact with blood or body fluids
What should you do immediatly after a service? - Answer-Wash hands with warm water
and soap
A coloring technique that lightens isolated strands by weaving or slicing is called: -
Answer-Highlighting
A disinfectant is acceptable for use on: - Answer-Tools and multi use supplies
A facial mask that hardens to a rubber-like consistency and can be pulled from the face
in one piece is a: - Answer-Modeling Mask
A graduated form is also referred to as a wedge or a: - Answer-45 degree angle cut
A hair addition is designed to be attached to which portion of the client's own hair? -
Answer-Base
A shampoo bowl that allows you to stand behind the client helps: - Answer-Reduce
back fatigue
A trimmer, also known as an edge, is a tool used to: - Answer-Outline and refine the
hairline
Alkaline perms produce faster processing times and: - Answer-Stronger curl
,Chemical products used to destroy most bacteria (except bacterial spores), fungi and
viruses on nonporous surfaces are called: - Answer-Disinfectants
Virucidals are disinfectants used to kill: - Answer-Viruses
The regulatory agency under the Department of Labor that enforces safety and health
standards in the workplace is: - Answer-OSHA
Key product information, such as toxicology, first aid, fire fighting measures and
ecological information, is provided by the: - Answer-SDS (Safety Data Sheets)
Who is the party responsible for distribution of Safety Data Sheets? - Answer-
Manufacturer
What is given to a product, along with the approval of the efficacy claims on the label to
ensure the product is safe and effective? - Answer-EPA Registration number
What the does OSHA (Occupational Safety & Health Administration) Bloodborne
Pathogens Standard require the use of, when tools and multi-use supplies come into
contact with blood or body fluid? - Answer-approved EPA registered hospital
disinfectant
Which of the following steps should be taken after removing all hair from a brush during
a disinfection procedure?
A. dry brush thoroughly
B. wash brush with soap and water
C. store brush in a dry, covered container
D. immerse brush in a disinfecting solution - Answer-B. Wash brush with soap and
water
All tools must be thoroughly cleaned before: - Answer-Immersing
Any tools or supplies that come in contact with the client during a service must be: -
Answer-Discard or disinfected
Metal tools and nonporous supplies used should be disinfected: - Answer-After each
use
All of the following terms describe the type of container disinfected tools or nonporous
supplies are stored in EXCEPT:
A. Dry
B. Open
C. Closed
D. Disinfected - Answer-b. Open
, If a tool is free from dirt, oil, and microbes, it has been: - Answer-decontaminated
Always store disinfectants in containers that are: - Answer-Labeled
All of the following are precautions to take when using chemical disinfectants EXCEPT:
A. Store implements in cool, dry area
B. Tightly cover and label all containers
C. Purchase chemicals in small quantities
D. Use hands to remove objects from disinfectants - Answer-D. Use hands to remove
objects from disinfectants
Why is it important to add disinfectant to water when diluting a concentrate? - Answer-
Prevents foaming
How often should the solution in disinfectant containers be changed? - Answer-As
directed by manufacturer
Which of the following services normally requires the use of sterilization procedures?
A. Perming
B. Sculpting
C. Electrolysis
D. Shampooing - Answer-C. Electrolysis
Tools and instruments used to puncture or invade the skin must be sterilized or
designed to be: - Answer-Disposable
Sterilization standards require the use of liquid sterilant and/or moist or: - Answer-Dry
heat
An approved EPA- registered hospital disinfectant is required for use when: - Answer-
Tools come in contact with blood or body fluids
What is the proper procedure for dealing with tools and multi-use supplies that have
NOT come in contact with blood or body fluids? - Answer-Use an approved EPA
registered disinfectant
When performing a procedure for cleaning and disinfecting tools, what is the first step? -
Answer-Put on safety glasses and single use gloves
Which of the following statements identifies an appropriate step for a basic hand
washing procedure?
A. Rinse hands in cold water
B. Use a communal towel for drying
C. Spend at least 20 seconds working up a good lather
D. Position hands upward to allow rinse to progress from fingertips to wrist - Answer-C.
Spend at least 20 seconds working up a good lather
