Facial Electrics Revision

Which one of the following chemicals is produced under the cathode electrode during a desincrustation galvanic treatment?

• Hydrochloric acid.

• Hydrogen chloride.

• Sodium chloride

• Sodium hydroxide

Which one of the following skin types would benefit the most from direct high frequency?

• Sensitive dry skin.

• Combination skin.

• Mature dehydrated skin.

• Oily congested skin

Which one of the following skin types would benefit the most from indirect high frequency?

• Mature dehydrated skin.

• Combination skin.

• Sensitive dry skin.

• Oily congested skin

Which one of the following best describes high frequency electrical current?

• An alternating oscillating current

• A direct current that flows in one direction.

• A modified low frequency current.

• An interrupted direct current.

One benefit of an iontophoresis galvanic treatment is that it

• Removes excess sebum/saponification

• Softens and dries.

• Balances and hydrates skin tissues

• Opens the pores

The action of the buccinator muscle is to

• Pull the corners of the mouth upwards and sideways

• Compress the cheeks as in blowing

• Lift, lower and close the jaw aiding mastication.

• Open and close the mouth

Following an electrical facial the application of make-up should be avoided for

• 24hrs

• 6hrs

• 4hrs

• 8 hrs

Which one of the following is located within the dermis?

• Basal germinative layer

• Papillary layer

• Subcutaneous layer

• Stratum corneum

Which one of the following is most likely to cause bruising with vacuum suction?

• Vacuum pressure too high

• Percentage of tissue in ventouse below 10%.

• Breaking contact using finger.

• Vacuum pressure too low.

Which one of the following will lead to a galvanic burn if treated?

• Dry sensitive skin

• Broken capillaries

• Cuts and abrasions

• Wart and moles