Life Skills Flashcards
(30 cards)
The term that defines the art and science of beauty care is:
A. Onychology
B. Cosmetology
C. Ethical conduct
D. Personal hygiene
B. Cosmetology
Which of the following descriptions would NOT play a part in your commitment to success as a cosmetology professional?
A. Insufficient rest
B. Attaining a healthy body and mind
C. Believing in bringing beauty to the lives of others
D. Achieving the highest standards of professional behavior
A. Insufficient rest
How many hours of sleep do most people need to function properly?
A. 1 to 2 hours
B. 3 to 4 hours
C. 6 to 8 hours
D. 9 to 12 hours
C. 6 to 8 hours
Fatigue can be prevented through:
A. Bad health
B. Lack of sleep
C. Poor hygiene
D. Rest and relaxation
D. Rest and relaxation
Keeping muscles toned, organs working properly and equipping the body to better cope with a stressful situation are proven results related to:
A. Hygiene
B. Exercise
C. Ergonomics
D. Human relations
B. Exercise
Personal and professional well-being and providing prevention for certain diseases are benefits of:
A. Balanced diet
B. Proper oral hygiene
C. Good human relations
D. Practicing verbal communication
A. Balanced diet
Almost all foods contain mixtures of energy and nutrients, which are all the following terms EXCEPT:
A. Fats
B. Keratin
C. Proteins
D. Carbohydrates
B. Keratin
The energy contained in food is measured in:
A. Calories
B. Degrees
C. Fat content
D. Protein content
A. Calories
Health hazards, such as impure air and improper storage of use of foods, fall under the category of:
A. Oral hygiene
B. Public hygiene
C. Personal hygiene
D. Personal Hygiene
B. Public hygiene
The individual system of maintaining cleanliness and health is known as:
A. Nutrition
B. Public hygiene
C. Public sanitation
D. Personal hygiene
D. Personal hygiene
Maintaining healthy teeth and keeping the breath fresh is called:
A. Halitosis
B. Oral Hygiene
C. Public sanitation
D. Public intoxication
B. Oral hygiene
When applying makeup, contouring with light colors will have a what effect on the face?
A. Narrowing
B. Minimizing
C. Broadening
D. Moisturizing
C. Broadening
Which type of make up application will make an overly wide jaw area visually appear more narrow?
A. Applying lighter contour cream to the cheekbone area
B. Applying darker contour cream to the outer areas of the jawline
C. Applying lighter contour cream to the outer areas of the jawline
D. Applying darker contour cream to the inner areas of the jawline
B. Applying darker contour cream to the outer areas of the jawline
The shoes that are recommended to be worn to practice good posture when standing for long periods of time are:
A. High-Heeled shoes
B. Shoes with pointed toes
C. Low, broad-heeled shoes
D. Shoes without arch support
C. Low, broad-heeled shoes
Keeping the head up to level an afternoon, flat, or key points of having:
A. Bad posture
B. Good posture
C. Potential injuries
D. A poor standing position
B. Good posture
When sitting in a chair, it is important to:
A. Keep feet apart
B. Keep knees apart
C. Sit forward in the chair
D. Sit well back in the chair
D. Sit well back in the chair
The science that looks at how you work; the body movements, positions, tools and equipment you use in the effects these things have on your health and comfort is called:
A. Economic
B. Ergonomics
C. Public hygiene
D. Personal hygiene
B. Ergonomics
All of the following actions can help prevent neck and back problems EXCEPT:
A. Using free-standing sinks
B. Standing with feet together
C. Working with your back straight
D. Adjusting the height of client’s chair
B. Standing with feet together
Which of the following preservatives measures will help alternative foot and leg problems?
A. Wearing high heels
B. Standing for long periods of time
C. Wearing shoes with poor arch support
D. Raising your feet on a stool during breaks
D. Raising your feet on a stool during breaks
Preventing shoulder problems can be accomplished by:
A. Holding heavy clippers
B. Reaching across a table to manicure
C. Reaching for supplies on a high shelf
D. Swiveling the chair when you work on a client
D. Swiveling the chair when you work on a client
Saying the proper thing without offending someone is:
A. Using tact
B. Questioning
C. Paraphrasing
D. Using overtones
A. Using tact
To translate what you heard into your own words is to:
A. Repeat
B. Paraphrase
C. Focus attention
D. Ask a question
B. Paraphrase
Ann, a loyal client, has just arrived late for her appointment. How should the salon professional handle this situation?
A. Leave out steps to safe time
B. Ignore her talking about the situation
C. Discuss issues at the front desk in front of others
D. Explain what services you have time to complete
D. Explain what services you have time to complete
That word for fortune of your inner feelings, thoughts, attitudes and values is defined as:
A. Respect
B. Personality
C. Psychology
D. Communication
B. Personality
