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PA ESTHETICIAN STATE BOARD EXAM VERSION 3 LATEST 2026-2027 ACTUAL
EXAM WITH COMPLETE QUESTIONS AND CORRECT DETAILED ANSWERS
(100% VERIFIED ANSWERS) |ALREADY GRADED A+| ||PROFESSOR VERIFIED||
||BRANDNEW!!!||
What is a steatoma and where do you typically find them? -
ANSWER-Sebaceous cyst filled with sebum usually found on the
scalp, neck and back
When cleansing a mans face, which direction do you go? -
ANSWER-With hair growth
Define origin. - ANSWER-Part of the muscle that does not move;
it is attached to the skeleton and is usually part of the skeletal
muscle
Define insertion. - ANSWER-The point where the skeletal muscle
is attached to a bone or other more movable body parts
What is a petrissage massage? - ANSWER-A kneading
movement that stimulates the underlying tissues; performed by
lifting, squeezing, and pressing the tissue with a light, firm
pressure
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Define hacking. - ANSWER-Chopping movement performed with
the edges of the hands in massage
What is manual lymph drainage? - ANSWER-Gentle, rhythmic
pressure on the lymphatic system to detoxify and remove waste
materials from the body more quickly; reduce the swelling and is
used before and after surgery for pre- and post-op care
Define vibration. - ANSWER-Rapid shaking movement in which
the technician uses the body and shoulders, not just the
fingertips, to create movement
Explain the shiatsu massage. - ANSWER-The application of
pressure on acupuncture points found throughout the body to
balance the body's energy flow and to promote Health. It
originated as a form of physical therapy in Japan
Define tapotement. - ANSWER-Also known as Percussion;
consists of fast tapping, patting or hacking movements; most
stimulating and good for toning and sluggish skin
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Define wringing. - ANSWER-Hands are placed a small distance
away working downward, flesh twisted against the bones in cells
directions
Define rolling. - ANSWER-Used on arms and legs to apply
pressure to the tissues, press tissue firmly against bone, roll
hands around arm and leg rapid back and forth, move at same
time
Define chucking. - ANSWER-Grasp flesh firmly in one hand move
the hand up and down on other hand
What is acupressure? - ANSWER-Oriental technique of applying
pressure to specific point of the body, releases muscle tension
restore balance and stimulates chi (life force energy )
What is non pathogenic bacteria? - ANSWER-Harmless bacteria
What is pathogenic bacteria? - ANSWER-Harmful bacteria
PA ESTHETICIAN STATE BOARD EXAM VERSION 3 LATEST 2026-2027 ACTUAL
EXAM WITH COMPLETE QUESTIONS AND CORRECT DETAILED ANSWERS
(100% VERIFIED ANSWERS) |ALREADY GRADED A+| ||PROFESSOR VERIFIED||
||BRANDNEW!!!||
What is a steatoma and where do you typically find them? -
ANSWER-Sebaceous cyst filled with sebum usually found on the
scalp, neck and back
When cleansing a mans face, which direction do you go? -
ANSWER-With hair growth
Define origin. - ANSWER-Part of the muscle that does not move;
it is attached to the skeleton and is usually part of the skeletal
muscle
Define insertion. - ANSWER-The point where the skeletal muscle
is attached to a bone or other more movable body parts
What is a petrissage massage? - ANSWER-A kneading
movement that stimulates the underlying tissues; performed by
lifting, squeezing, and pressing the tissue with a light, firm
pressure
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Define hacking. - ANSWER-Chopping movement performed with
the edges of the hands in massage
What is manual lymph drainage? - ANSWER-Gentle, rhythmic
pressure on the lymphatic system to detoxify and remove waste
materials from the body more quickly; reduce the swelling and is
used before and after surgery for pre- and post-op care
Define vibration. - ANSWER-Rapid shaking movement in which
the technician uses the body and shoulders, not just the
fingertips, to create movement
Explain the shiatsu massage. - ANSWER-The application of
pressure on acupuncture points found throughout the body to
balance the body's energy flow and to promote Health. It
originated as a form of physical therapy in Japan
Define tapotement. - ANSWER-Also known as Percussion;
consists of fast tapping, patting or hacking movements; most
stimulating and good for toning and sluggish skin
, 3|Page
Define wringing. - ANSWER-Hands are placed a small distance
away working downward, flesh twisted against the bones in cells
directions
Define rolling. - ANSWER-Used on arms and legs to apply
pressure to the tissues, press tissue firmly against bone, roll
hands around arm and leg rapid back and forth, move at same
time
Define chucking. - ANSWER-Grasp flesh firmly in one hand move
the hand up and down on other hand
What is acupressure? - ANSWER-Oriental technique of applying
pressure to specific point of the body, releases muscle tension
restore balance and stimulates chi (life force energy )
What is non pathogenic bacteria? - ANSWER-Harmless bacteria
What is pathogenic bacteria? - ANSWER-Harmful bacteria
