Demonstrate your knowledge in body treatments

Reference no: EM131733993

PURPOSE

The purpose of this assessment is to demonstrate your knowledge in body treatments.

1. You are required to give a brief description of why each of the following are contraindicated to a body treatment and what necessary action you should take in your scope of practice.

Bacterial, fungal, parasitic and viral infections and contagious disease
Cancer related treatments
Heart disease and disorders
Extreme fatigue
Extreme body temperature
Pregnancy
Dysfunction of the Nervous System (Dysautonomia)
Pacemaker
Allergies
Anxiety
Areas exhibiting loss of tactile sensation
Asthma
Diabetes mellitus, type one and two
Epilepsy
Fragile skin
High or low blood pressure
History of thrombosis or embolism
Recent scar tissue
Medications that cause thinning or inflammation of the skin
Inflammation
Metal pins or plates
Pain that is chronic or does not have a logical explanation:
o Local
o Sharp
o Dull
o Deep
o surface
Piercings
Psoriasis
Recent chemical peels, epilation, intense pulse light (IPL), laser or microdermabrasion treatments
Severe oedema
Skin trauma
Varicose veins

2. Below is a list of adverse reaction that may occur during a body treatment. Please write a brief description of the appropriate remedial action you would take with each:

Adverse reactions
Allergy to product
Bruising
Emotional release
Erythema resulting from treatment and skin care product
Muscle spasm
Pain or discomfort
Psychological reactions of client to electrical current treatment
Skin blemishes
Adverse reactions
Temperature discomfort

3. Below is a list of seven (7) lifestyle factors you are required to give one (1) example of a lifestyle change that could increase the effects of body treatments next to each:

Lifestyle factor
Alcohol consumption
Exercise routine
Hobbies
Nutrition
Sleeping patterns
Tobacco consumption
Type of employment

4. During a client consultation you need to collect important information. Below you will find some examples of information you need to collect. Please give a brief description next to each as to why it's important to collect this information: plan:

A Briefly describe why you need to review a treatment plan during the consultation process.
B Why is it important to discuss body treatment requirements and lifestyle factors with the client?
C Why is it important to identify the clients medical history, their medications, and obtain medical approval prior to the treatment if required
D Why is it important to be able to recognize contraindications/conditions and have a good understanding of them?
E Why is it important to assess a client's skin condition and possible adverse reactions with the client?
F Why is it important to gain feedback from your client about the treatment?
G Why is it important to explain to the client your choice of products and equipment that you're going to use in the treatment?
H Why is it important to discuss the treatment duration, areas treated and areas that cannot be treated with the client
I Why is it important to protect the client's confidentiality?
J Why is it important to calculate the cost of the treatment and advise the client?
K Why is it important to calculate cosmetic ingredients and quantities when mixing products to benefit the client?

5. Why is it important to interpret and follow the manufacturer's instructions and safety data sheets for cleaning products in the salon?

6. Please explain the importance of each in relation to scope of practice:

A When should you refer a client to a medical practitioner?
B Why is it important as a beauty therapist to know your limitations in regards to body treatments and not state a diagnosis of a contraindication or condition?
C Why is it important to explain the role of a medical practitioner or complimentary therapist when referring your client?

7. Please give three (3) examples of factors that are likely to affect the suitability of body treatments for a client:

8. Please list the effects and benefits on the physical structure of the skin and on the body systems for the following:

Steamer
Direct current
Alternating current
High frequency
Infra-red
Hydrotherapy
G5 mechanical massager

9. Please give a brief description for the following body planes and anatomical positions:

Lateral plane
Frontal plane
Transverse plane
Anterior
Posterior
Distal
Proximal
Dorsal
Ventral
Superior
Inferior
Lateral
Medial

10. You are required to give a brief explanation of the following:
a. Please give a brief explanation next to each:
b. Please list the five (5) types of stimuli that the skin responds to and relate a device next to each stimuli felt by the client:

c. Please list the type the stimuli the following sense organs are related to:

Major categories of skin sense organs and their location within the skin

Merkel Cells
Paccinian Corpuscles
Kraus Receptors
Ruffini Organs
Meissner Corpuscles
Free Nerve Endings

d. Please give one (1) example of how hormonal factors can affect sebaceous and sweat gland function/activity:

Gland
Sebaceous glands
Sweat glands

e. Please list the function and the formation to the following Major skin chemicals:

Skin chemical Function & formation
- Proteins including keratin, collagen and elastin.

- Lipids including fats, oils and vitamins.
- Glycosaminoglycans (GAGS) which are long unbranched polysaccharides consisting of repeating units of disaccharides (double sugars).

11. List and briefly describe each skin type in the Fitzpatrick scale

12. You are required to complete the gaps for professional body range for the following table

13. What are your legal and insurance responsibilities as a beauty therapist performing treatments? Provide two (2) example:

14. Using the listed words, name the indicated muscles in the column on the right:

15. You are required to list one (1) postural and one (1) skeletal abnormality and give a brief description on each

Scoliosis
Osteoporosis
Kyphosis
Dislocation
Lordosis

16. Please list the location and action of these superficial muscles:Muscle
Sternocleidomastoid
Trapezius
Occipitalis
Rectus abdominis
oblique
Pectoralis major
Pectoralis minor
Deltoid
Biceps
Triceps
Brachialis
Gluteals
Hamstrings
Gastrocnemius
Soleus
Tibialis anterior
Erector spinae
Latissimus dorsi

17. Please give three (3) examples of things you would need to modify on a treatment plan?

18. Please give a brief explanation as to why each of the following are important to do before commencing your body treatment?

A How would you check the readiness of the room prior to the treatment?
B How would you prepare the client for the body treatment
C Prepare the products and equipment
D How would you ensure the client is comfortable and their modesty maintained at all times and modify the treatment if needed?
E How would you assess the cosmetic ingredients to know how to dispose of them correctly?
F Give two (2) example of how you would use water and other resources effectively during the treatment and why it's important to have sustainable operating procedures in the workplace
G Why is it important to allow your client post treatment recovery time in a relaxing environment?
H What are some ways you can present yourself according to meet industry standards and organisational policy
I List ways that you can comply with health and hygiene regulations and skin penetration legislation in a salon
J How can you identify a risk in the salon caused by a short circuit or overloaded circuits and take remedial action
K Give an example of how you would treat clients effectively to minimize skin reactions

19. List four (4) things that you would review with your client after the body treatment?

20. Please give an example of three (3) cleaning tasks that you would need to complete following your treatment to have the room ready for the next client?

21. Please list the six (6) areas of the body that you may perform a body treatment on?

22. Please give the name of the body system that relates to each of the following descriptions:

Forms a strong framework which supports the softer tissues and maintains the shape of the body.
This system is composed of bones, cartilage, ligaments and tendons. These structures can be felt through the layers of skin in areas where there is less covering of muscle or fat.
Provides contraction and movements to body parts. It holds and covers the skeletal system and contributes to the body's morphological physique.
Coordinates the activities of the body by responding to stimuli received by sense organs.
- help body structures communicate with one another
- regulate thought and behaviour
- direct internal and external glandular and muscular movements of the body
- Sense and perceive sight, sound, sensations, thoughts and memories.
Filters, purifies and eliminates waste products from the body; maintains body's normal composition.
Breaks down food into wastes and nutrients.
Nutrients are absorbed and waste eliminated.
Breathing enables oxygen to be collected from the lungs and, via the blood, reach the body's cells. Carbon dioxide is exhaled as a waste product.

Transports materials around the body via blood and blood vessels.
It plays an important role in gaining and maintaining temperature and chemical balance to the body in a process known as homeostasis.
Provides immunity and drains fluid from tissues that can include microbes, toxins and other wastes.
- transport and remove bacteria and foreign materials
- drain away excess fluids for elimination from the body
- break down larger protein molecules or toxins to be drained into the cardiovascular system
- provide immunity
Comprises the skin and its appendages
Protective covering for the body and plays an important role in homeostasis (i.e. body temperature).
Coordinates and regulates processes in the body by means of chemicals (hormones) released by endocrine glands into the bloodstream.

23. From the list of bones, name the major bones in the space provided at the right side of the diagram.

24. Please match the correct sensations with the correct sensory receptor:

Mechanoreceptors,
Thermoreceptors,
Photoreceptors,
Chemoreceptors,

25. Indicate on the diagram the following anatomy of the skin. Place your answers in the space provided:

Hair	Hair shaft	Sebaceous gland	Arrector pili	Sweat duct	Sweat gland
Hair bulb	Hair follicle	Dermis	Opening of sweat duct	Subcutaneous fatty tissue

26. You are required to list the skin types that match to the wavelength in the visible infrared spectrums of light and provide one example of an effect the skin will experience for each.

Blue, 470 nm, +/- 10 nm,

Green, 525 nm, +/- 10 nm

Yellow, 590nm, +/- 10 nm

Red, 640 nm, +/- 10 nm

27. Please give four examples of the Normal skin response to trauma

28. Where could you find information that would give you specific details on the following:

How to build your knowledge of skin science & anatomy/physiology so you can better educate your client
How to mix chemicals and products to the correct dilution ratios
How to find out the ingredients of products
How to operate electrical devices and understand the devices parameters

29. Please answer the following questions about operating electrical equipment and performing a body treatment:

A What electrical equipment could you use to exfoliate a clients skin?
B What electrical equipment could you use to infuse products into the clients skin?
C What electrical equipment could you use to stimulate the clients skin?
D How would you monitor your clients reactions to adjust the electrical current and intensity so it's more comfortable?

30. Please label this diagram of the cell
ANATOMY OF A CELL

31. Please name each of the following tissues:

Tissue	Example	General Functions	Name of Tissue
	Epidermis	Forms surfaces and linings for protection
	Bone, Cartilage, Areolar	A Structural tissue that supports, surrounds and connects different parts of the body
	Involuntary (heart muscle) or voluntary (Skeletal muscles)	Contracts and produces movement
	Neurones	Forms a communication system between different parts of the body

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11/23/2017 12:43:17 AM

c Listed the type the stimuli the following sense organs are related to? d Given an example of how hormonal factors can affect sebaceous and sweat gland function/activity? e Listed the function and the formation to the following Major skin chemicals? 11 Listed and briefly described each skin type in the Fitzpatrick scale? 12 Completed the gaps for professional body range for the following table? 13 Provide two examples of their legal and insurance responsibilities as a beauty therapist performing treatments? 14 Correctly labeled the major muscles? 15 Listed one (1) postural and one (1) skeletal abnormality and given a brief description on each? 16 Listed the location and action of these superficial muscles 17 Given three (3) examples of things to modify on a treatment plan

11/23/2017 12:43:09 AM

8 Listed the effects and benefits of each electrical treatment on the physical structure of the skin and on the body systems for the following: • Steamer • Direct current • Alternating current • High frequency • Infrared • Hydrotherapy • G5 mechanical massager ? Yes ? MER ? No 9 Given a brief description for the following body planes and anatomical positions in relation to body treatments: ? Yes ? MER ? No 10 Did the student answer the five questions below: ? Yes ? MER ? No a Explained the gland secretion on the skin? ? Yes ? MER ? No b Listed the five stimuli that the skin responds to and how they relate to each device? ? Yes ? MER ? No

11/23/2017 12:43:00 AM

5 Explained why it is important to interpret and follow the manufacturer’s instructions and safety data sheets for cleaning products in the salon? 6 Explained the importance of each topic in relation to scope of practice: a Indicated when to refer a client to a medical practitioner? b Explained why it is important as a beauty therapist to know your limitations in regards to body treatments and not state a diagnosis of a contraindication or condition? c Explained why it is important to explain the role of a medical practitioner or complimentary therapist when referring your client? 7 Given three (3) examples of factors that are likely to affect the suitability of body treatments for a client:

11/23/2017 12:42:51 AM

e Explained why it is important to assess a client’s skin condition and possible adverse reactions with the client? f Explained why it is important to gain feedback from the client about the treatment? g Explained why it is important to explain to the client the choice of products and equipment that are going to be used in the treatment? h Explained why it is important to discuss the treatment duration, areas treated and areas that cannot be treated with the client i Explained why it is important to protect the client’s confidentiality? j Explained why it is important to calculate the cost of the treatment and advise the client? k Explained why it is important to calculate cosmetic ingredients and quantities when mixing products to benefit the client?

11/23/2017 12:42:44 AM

1 Given a brief description of why each of the following are contraindicated to a body treatment and what necessary action you should take in your scope of practice? ? Yes ? MER ? No 2 Written a brief description of the appropriate remedial action you would take with each adverse reaction listed? ? Yes ? MER ? No 3 Given an example of a lifestyle change for each of the seven lifestyle factors? ? Yes ? MER ? No 4 Answered the questions A – K correctly? ? Yes ? MER ? No a Briefly described the importance of reviewing a treatment plan during the consultation process. ? Yes ? MER ? No b Explained why it is important to discuss body treatment requirements and lifestyle factors with the client? ? Yes ? MER ? No c Explained why it is important to identify the clients medical history, their medications, and obtain medical approval prior to the treatment if required ? Yes ? MER ? No d Explained why it is important to be able to recognise contraindications/conditions and have a good understanding of them? ? Yes ? MER ? No

11/23/2017 12:42:32 AM

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