Idaho State Boards Esthetician Written
Ultimate Exam
**Question 1.** Which of the following best describes the primary purpose of
sanitation in an esthetician’s workstation?
A) Eliminate all microorganisms
B) Remove visible debris and organic matter
C) Apply a disinfectant to all surfaces
D) Sterilize reusable tools
Answer: B
Explanation: Sanitation involves the removal of visible dirt, debris, and organic
material before disinfection or sterilization can be effective.
**Question 2.** An EPA-registered hospital-grade disinfectant is required for
which level of infection control?
A) Sanitation
B) Disinfection of non-porous surfaces
C) Sterilization of instruments
D) Cleaning of client-used linens
Answer: B
Explanation: Disinfection uses EPA-registered hospital-grade agents to kill most
pathogens on hard, non-porous surfaces.
**Question 3.** Which method achieves true sterilization of metal esthetic tools?
A) Wiping with alcohol
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B) Autoclaving at 121 °C for 15 min
C) Immersing in a quaternary ammonium solution
D) Ultraviolet light exposure
Answer: B
Explanation: Autoclaving provides moist heat under pressure, destroying all
microbial life, which is the definition of sterilization.
**Question 4.** When reviewing a Safety Data Sheet (SDS), the “First-Aid
Measures” section is found under which heading?
A) Section 2
B) Section 4
C) Section 7
D) Section 11
Answer: C
Explanation: SDS Section 7 details first-aid measures for exposure to the chemical.
**Question 5.** During a blood spill, the correct order of steps is: ① Contain the
spill, ② Disinfect, ③ Remove contaminated gloves, ④ Report the incident.
Which sequence is correct?
A) 1-2-3-4
B) 1-3-2-4
C) 2-1-3-4
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D) 1-2-4-3
Answer: A
Explanation: First contain the spill, then disinfect, remove gloves, and finally
report the incident per OSHA bloodborne pathogen protocols.
**Question 6.** The facial nerve (cranial nerve VII) primarily provides which
function to the skin of the face?
A) Sensory innervation
B) Motor control of facial expression muscles
C) Autonomic regulation of sweat glands
D) Blood supply
Answer: B
Explanation: The facial nerve supplies motor innervation to muscles of facial
expression, affecting skin tension during massage.
**Question 7.** Which artery is the main source of blood to the forehead and
scalp?
A) Facial artery
B) Superficial temporal artery
C) Posterior auricular artery
D) Maxillary artery
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Answer: B
Explanation: The superficial temporal artery supplies the forehead and scalp,
important for assessing circulation during treatments.
**Question 8.** The trigeminal nerve (CN V) provides sensory input to which
facial region?
A) Lower lip and chin
B) Upper eyelid and forehead
C) Cheeks and nasal tip
D) All of the above
Answer: D
Explanation: The trigeminal nerve’s three branches (ophthalmic, maxillary,
mandibular) cover the entire face for sensation.
**Question 9.** Which hormone most directly influences sebum production in
adolescents?
A) Thyroxine
B) Cortisol
C) Androgens (testosterone)
D) Estrogen
Answer: C
Explanation: Androgens stimulate sebaceous gland activity, leading to increased
oil production and acne.
Ultimate Exam
**Question 1.** Which of the following best describes the primary purpose of
sanitation in an esthetician’s workstation?
A) Eliminate all microorganisms
B) Remove visible debris and organic matter
C) Apply a disinfectant to all surfaces
D) Sterilize reusable tools
Answer: B
Explanation: Sanitation involves the removal of visible dirt, debris, and organic
material before disinfection or sterilization can be effective.
**Question 2.** An EPA-registered hospital-grade disinfectant is required for
which level of infection control?
A) Sanitation
B) Disinfection of non-porous surfaces
C) Sterilization of instruments
D) Cleaning of client-used linens
Answer: B
Explanation: Disinfection uses EPA-registered hospital-grade agents to kill most
pathogens on hard, non-porous surfaces.
**Question 3.** Which method achieves true sterilization of metal esthetic tools?
A) Wiping with alcohol
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B) Autoclaving at 121 °C for 15 min
C) Immersing in a quaternary ammonium solution
D) Ultraviolet light exposure
Answer: B
Explanation: Autoclaving provides moist heat under pressure, destroying all
microbial life, which is the definition of sterilization.
**Question 4.** When reviewing a Safety Data Sheet (SDS), the “First-Aid
Measures” section is found under which heading?
A) Section 2
B) Section 4
C) Section 7
D) Section 11
Answer: C
Explanation: SDS Section 7 details first-aid measures for exposure to the chemical.
**Question 5.** During a blood spill, the correct order of steps is: ① Contain the
spill, ② Disinfect, ③ Remove contaminated gloves, ④ Report the incident.
Which sequence is correct?
A) 1-2-3-4
B) 1-3-2-4
C) 2-1-3-4
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D) 1-2-4-3
Answer: A
Explanation: First contain the spill, then disinfect, remove gloves, and finally
report the incident per OSHA bloodborne pathogen protocols.
**Question 6.** The facial nerve (cranial nerve VII) primarily provides which
function to the skin of the face?
A) Sensory innervation
B) Motor control of facial expression muscles
C) Autonomic regulation of sweat glands
D) Blood supply
Answer: B
Explanation: The facial nerve supplies motor innervation to muscles of facial
expression, affecting skin tension during massage.
**Question 7.** Which artery is the main source of blood to the forehead and
scalp?
A) Facial artery
B) Superficial temporal artery
C) Posterior auricular artery
D) Maxillary artery
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Answer: B
Explanation: The superficial temporal artery supplies the forehead and scalp,
important for assessing circulation during treatments.
**Question 8.** The trigeminal nerve (CN V) provides sensory input to which
facial region?
A) Lower lip and chin
B) Upper eyelid and forehead
C) Cheeks and nasal tip
D) All of the above
Answer: D
Explanation: The trigeminal nerve’s three branches (ophthalmic, maxillary,
mandibular) cover the entire face for sensation.
**Question 9.** Which hormone most directly influences sebum production in
adolescents?
A) Thyroxine
B) Cortisol
C) Androgens (testosterone)
D) Estrogen
Answer: C
Explanation: Androgens stimulate sebaceous gland activity, leading to increased
oil production and acne.
