1Which of the following is an example of congenital canities?
Albinism
2Which of the following is an accurate statement about monilethrix?
People with monilethrix experience sparse hair growth
3Cosmetologitsts should have a thorough understanding of hair and scalp disorders and diseases because ________.
Identifying the differences between common and irregular hair loss helps them better recommend hair loss treatments to clients
4Which of the following is a true statement about trichorrhexis nodosa?
Trichorrhexis nodosa near the scalp often results from chemical straightenders or excessive thermal pressing
5Which of the following statements is true of androgenic alopecia?
It is hair loss characterized by terminal hair miniaturization
6What is the only way to treat trichoptilosis?
Cutting split ends
7Fragilitas crinium is ______.
Caused by mechanical and chemical abuse, exposure to UV rays, and pulling the hair tightly into braids or ponytails
8Identify a true statement about postpartum alopecia.
A higher number of hairs entering the telogen stage causes postpartum alopecia
9As people age, the hair follicle produces less melanin, resulting in gray or white hair. This is termed _____.
Acquired canities
10Alopecia areata is _______.
An autoimmune disorder
11Identify an accurate statement about head lice.
They are transmitted mainly from head-to-head contact with an infected person
12Which of the following is most likey a scabies symptom?
Intense itching and a rach that may have bilsters and bumbs that resemble acne
13Identify an accurate statement about pityriasis steatoides.
Cosmetologists should not perform services on anyone who has pityriasis steatoides
14Which of the following statements related to hair loss treatments is true?
Minoxidil comes in two different strengths: two percents and 5 percent minoxidil
15The technical term for classic dandruff is ______, and it is characterized by scalp irritation, large flakes, and an itchy scalp.
Pityraisis capitis simplex
16Tinea favosa, also known as tinea favus or honeycomb ringworm, is characterized by ___________.
Dry yellow crusts on the scalp called scutula
17Ringed hair is ________.
A variety of canities characterized by alternating bands of gray and pigmented hair throughout the hair strand's length
18The growth of terminal hair on a female's body in areas that typically do not have terminal hair, such as the upper lip (mustache area), chin and cheeks (beard area), and chest, is known as __________.
Hirsuties
19The body supplies nutrients to __________ in the end.
Hair
20Why should cosmetologists have a thorough understanding of hair and scalp disorders and diseases?
because cosmetologists' infection control duties include recognizing communicable scalp and hair conditions, as well as when a client should be turned away and referred to a physician
21__________ is the technical term for a boil and is an infection of the tissue surrounding the hair follicle.
A furuncle
22Monilethrix is __________.
caused by a gene mutation and has no recognized treatment
23Carbuncles are _________.
Caused by staphlococci and extends into the subutaneous tissue
24Folliculitis barbae, also known as pseudofolliculitis barbae, is __________.
an inflammation of the hair follicles caused by ingrown hair
25Identify an accurate statement about dandruff.
It is not contagious