What is absent in a hypo-pigmentation disorder? - ✔✔pigment is lacking Dyschromia - ✔✔Abnormal pigmentation What causes post inflammatory hyper-pigmentation? - ✔✔occurs from injury or trauma to the skin with inflammation. often a result of an acne condition or surgery. Folliculitis - ✔✔bacterial infection of a hair follicle MRSA and how to prevent it - ✔✔an extremely dangerous bacterium that is often found in healthcare settings and in particular surgical settings, spread by touching membranes like the nose. Diligent hand washing before and after using the restroom is recommended. Importance if knowing and recognizing disorders and diseases of the skin. - ✔✔The combinations of a variety of factors influence the skin and create the current state of the skin. Glogau Classification System - ✔✔is based on a client's aging analysis and photodamage as indicators for the skin's condition. Extrinsic Aging - ✔✔controllable factors that contribute to the aging of skin, ex- sun exposure, environmental factors, etc. Fitzpatrick Skin Type Classification - ✔✔based on basal skin color and the skin's response to ultraviolet radiation exposure. How to identify acne - ✔✔visible comedones (blackheads, whiteheads, papules, pustules, nodules, cysts) 3 types of telangiectasia - ✔✔1. erythema 2. permanently dilated superficial vessels 3. sensitivity to extreme hot/cold temps, products and chemicals Combination Skin Characteristics - ✔✔combination of dry and oily areas Sensitive Skin Characteristics - ✔✔sensitive to touch prone to erythema and irritation Oily Skin Characteristics - ✔✔Excessive sebum production shiny and thick appearance Dry Skin Characteristics - ✔✔lack of sebum production tendency to display fine lines and wrinkles delicate and thin appearance Normal Skin Characteristics - ✔✔soft and smooth even color and tone balanced moisture content and sebum production Skin Type Vs Skin Condition - ✔✔Skin type - what you have from birth, the characteristics that are programmed in your DNA from biological parents. Skin Condition - the state of your skin right now as it is being influenced by external factors like the environment and internal factors like health and nutrition. What is the function of the subcutaneous layer? - ✔✔to serve as a source of reserve energy and as an insulating mechanism What is found in the dermis? - ✔✔connective tissue, sebaceous and sweat glands, blood and lymph vessels, nerve fibers, hair follicles. Melanin production is influenced by - ✔✔genetics, hormones, and environment 5 layers of the epidermis - ✔✔stratum corneum, stratum lucidum, stratum granulosum, stratum spinosum, stratum germinativium Integymentary System - ✔✔The skin; largest system in the body Histology - ✔✔the study of living tissues and the cells that work together to perform a function Physiology - ✔✔the study of the functions of the organs and systems Anatomy - ✔✔The study of the organs and systems of the body Type 1 Diabetes - ✔✔an autoimmune disease in which the body's immune system destroys insulin-producing cells. may affect the skin causing the client to feel less sensation due to the damage done to blood vessels and nerves, or may be more prone to quicker spreading infection, leading to amputation What form of skin cancer is the most serious? - ✔✔Melanoma What precancerous lesions are caused by the sun? - ✔✔Basal Cell Carcinoma How can a cancerous lesion be identified? - ✔✔using the ABCDE method A- asymmetric B- border C- color D- diameter E- evolution What does the immune system do? - ✔✔the immune system protects the body from harmful substances like microorganisms, toxins, cancer cells, foreign blood or tissues that the body perceives as an invading enemy Why is sun protection important for a client with systemic lupus erythematosus? - ✔✔because the condition presents itself as a red rash across the cheeks and nose. it makes the skin inflamed and extremely sensitive, which will worsen with UV radiation. what is needed to control an autoimmune disease? - ✔✔corticosteroids and immunosuppressant medications are used to reduce the immune response What responsibility does the skin care professional assume before performing a professional treatment? - ✔✔The skin professional assumes the responsibility of checking their scope of practice with their licensing and or regulatory board before performing any professional treatments How does a NCEA professional build relationships with clients? - ✔✔by providing clear, honest communication, and by maintaining client confidentiality What does each professional treatment begin with? - ✔✔the treatment begins with a review of the completed Client Medical and Lifestyle form, and a discussion about the client's goals and expectations. What are the components of a consulation? - ✔✔Components include completing the client consultation form, client medical and lifestyle history form, treatment documentation form, and informed consent and signed release. Why is the skin care evaluation portion of the consultation a golden opportunity? - ✔✔It is a perfect opportunity to ask the client their personal skin concerns.