112 - Pivot Point Cosmetology
Comprehensive Questions (Frequently
Tested) with Verified Answers Graded
A+
1. ) Functions of the skin include regulation of body temperature and - Answer: Protection
D. Reproduction ) Which of the following layers of skin does not contain any blood vessels ? -
Answer: Epidermis
Where does mitosis ( cell division ) or replacement of the skin cells take place - Answer: Stratum
Basale
Which of the following items determines the color of the skin ? - Answer: Melanin
The stratum lucidum layer is found only on the : - Answer: Soles of feet and palms of hands
Which layer of the skin contains collagen protein and elastin fibers which lend support
epidermis and give the skin its elastic quality - Answer: Dermal
Sweat is excreted by what gland - Answer: Sudoriferous
The greatest concentration of sudoriferous glands is found on the - Answer: Palms , soles , scalp
and forehead , and underarms
, What is the function of sebum ? - Answer: Mix with sweat to form the acid mantle
Most skin problems are caused by - Answer: The sebaceous glands
Which layer of skin is located below the dermal layers and composed of adipose ( fatty loose
connective tissue)? - Answer: Subcutaneous
Nerve bundles in the subcutaneous tissue branch into the stratum granulosum layer respond to
- Answer: Pain
All of the following statements identify ways to protect the skin from the sun's harm EXCEPT : -
Answer: Apply oil every 2 hours
Which skin type has a rough texture with blackheads and enlarged pores - Answer: Oily
Which skin type is recognized by the shiny T Zone - Answer: Combination
An example of a subjective symptom would be : - Answer: Itching
Chronic is the term used to identify conditions that are : - Answer: Frequent and habitual
A disease influenced by weather is referred to as - Answer: Seasonal
A papule is an example of a : - Answer: Primary skin lesion
Which of the following primary lesions are small elevations of skin similar to vesicles and shape
but containing pus ? - Answer: Pustules
Comprehensive Questions (Frequently
Tested) with Verified Answers Graded
A+
1. ) Functions of the skin include regulation of body temperature and - Answer: Protection
D. Reproduction ) Which of the following layers of skin does not contain any blood vessels ? -
Answer: Epidermis
Where does mitosis ( cell division ) or replacement of the skin cells take place - Answer: Stratum
Basale
Which of the following items determines the color of the skin ? - Answer: Melanin
The stratum lucidum layer is found only on the : - Answer: Soles of feet and palms of hands
Which layer of the skin contains collagen protein and elastin fibers which lend support
epidermis and give the skin its elastic quality - Answer: Dermal
Sweat is excreted by what gland - Answer: Sudoriferous
The greatest concentration of sudoriferous glands is found on the - Answer: Palms , soles , scalp
and forehead , and underarms
, What is the function of sebum ? - Answer: Mix with sweat to form the acid mantle
Most skin problems are caused by - Answer: The sebaceous glands
Which layer of skin is located below the dermal layers and composed of adipose ( fatty loose
connective tissue)? - Answer: Subcutaneous
Nerve bundles in the subcutaneous tissue branch into the stratum granulosum layer respond to
- Answer: Pain
All of the following statements identify ways to protect the skin from the sun's harm EXCEPT : -
Answer: Apply oil every 2 hours
Which skin type has a rough texture with blackheads and enlarged pores - Answer: Oily
Which skin type is recognized by the shiny T Zone - Answer: Combination
An example of a subjective symptom would be : - Answer: Itching
Chronic is the term used to identify conditions that are : - Answer: Frequent and habitual
A disease influenced by weather is referred to as - Answer: Seasonal
A papule is an example of a : - Answer: Primary skin lesion
Which of the following primary lesions are small elevations of skin similar to vesicles and shape
but containing pus ? - Answer: Pustules
