Free Kansas Esthetics Written Practical Examination Practice Questions

Sample Practice Questions

Try these 10 sample questions from the Kansas Esthetics Written Practical Examination practice bank. Each includes the answer and explanation. Continue with the interactive practice above to review the full question set.

1. 1After gloving and stopping a service for minor bleeding, what should the practitioner do?

   1. A. Apply antiseptic while allowing the nozzle to touch the wound
   2. B. Cover the bleeding area before it has been cleaned
   3. C. Disinfect the work surface before controlling the bleeding
   4. D. Apply clean material with pressure until bleeding stops

   Answer: D

   Explanation: The blood-exposure sequence first controls the bleeding with clean material after protective gloves are in place. Source text: “clean the injured area with an antiseptic solution”

   Reference: Infection Control Regulations for Practitioners and Facilities — K.A.R. 28-24-3(d)

2. 2Before reusing a work surface after a blood incident, what is required?

   1. A. Cover it and complete a handwashing cycle
   2. B. Rinse it and complete a drying cycle
   3. C. Clean it and complete labeled disinfection
   4. D. Wipe it and complete an antiseptic cycle

   Answer: C

   Explanation: Visible contamination must be removed before an appropriate disinfectant is applied for its full labeled contact time. Source text: “clean and disinfect all equipment, instruments, and surfaces that came in contact with blood”

   Reference: Infection Control Regulations for Practitioners and Facilities — K.A.R. 28-24-3(d)

3. 3After a facial head drape is secured, what should the practitioner verify?

   1. A. The nose and mouth are tightly covered by the drape
   2. B. The client's arms are immobilized against the table
   3. C. The drape traps maximum heat around the neck
   4. D. The drape is not too tight and no hair protrudes

   Answer: D

   Explanation: The New York preparation criteria require the head drape to be secure but not too tight, with no hair protruding. Source text: “Model's head is draped securely but not too tight with no hair protruding”

   Reference: Ny Esthetics Task List — Preparation of Work Area and Model, task 14 — head drape secure, not too tight, no hair protruding

4. 4How should an inflamed sensitive area be treated during mechanical exfoliation?

   1. A. Avoid the area or omit the procedure
   2. B. Increase pressure over the area
   3. C. Increase the abrasive particle size
   4. D. Extend the exfoliation time

   Answer: A

   Explanation: Mechanical friction can worsen inflammation or sensitivity, so the affected area should not be abraded.

   Reference: NBK 535383 — NBK535383, Mechanical exfoliation irritation risk

5. 5How should facial mask product be removed from a common jar?

   1. A. Use the application brush directly after client contact
   2. B. Use a gloved finger repeatedly during the service
   3. C. Use the same sponge for each client's portion
   4. D. Use a clean spatula to transfer a single-client portion

   Answer: D

   Explanation: A clean transfer tool protects the unused mask in the common container from client contamination. Source text: “does not contaminate the unused portion in the container”

   Reference: Infection Control Regulations for Practitioners and Facilities — K.A.R. 28-24-6(b)

6. 6When should a sterile single-use lancet package be opened?

   1. A. During station setup
   2. B. Immediately before use
   3. C. At the start of the day
   4. D. After the client leaves

   Answer: B

   Explanation: Opening the package immediately before use helps preserve the sterile point and limits handling.

   Reference: Dos and Donts Proper Sharps Disposal — Section: Safe sharps handling

7. 7What should be done before applying a chemical depilatory to a new client?

   1. A. Perform the label-directed sensitivity test
   2. B. Perform a disinfectant contact-time test
   3. C. Perform a skin-sterilization test
   4. D. Perform a permanent-hair-removal test

   Answer: A

   Explanation: A label-directed preliminary test helps identify sensitivity before a larger area is exposed.

   Reference: Hair Removal Products — Section: Follow directions and test product

8. 8What safety preparation is essential before a body wrap?

   1. A. Increase room heat and restrict client movement
   2. B. Screen contraindications and explain heat and enclosure
   3. C. Skip consultation and apply the tightest wrap
   4. D. Cover open wounds and begin the timed service

   Answer: B

   Explanation: Body wraps may retain heat and cover large areas, so screening and clear communication are essential. Source text: “body wraps”

   Reference: South Carolina Esthetics Standards — South Carolina Secondary Esthetics Standard (6), body wraps

9. 9Which safety check precedes crystal microdermabrasion passes on the model?

   1. A. Test suction on a gloved hand and then perform a test pass on the model
   2. B. Set maximum suction without testing it
   3. C. Test suction first on the model's eyelid
   4. D. Skip testing whenever a new filter is installed

   Answer: A

   Explanation: The Minnesota advanced-practice guide requires a gloved-hand suction test followed by a test patch or pass on the model. Source text: “Test suction on gloved hand”

   Reference: Minnesota Ap Esthetics Pst Guide — Advanced Exfoliation: Machine or Device, Service 3B(b)(i)-(ii), suction and test pass

10. 10After a minor wound is cleaned, how is it protected before any service resumes?

    1. A. Cover it with a sterile bandage
    2. B. Cover it with a clean facial sponge
    3. C. Cover it with a reusable cotton pad
    4. D. Cover it with a disinfected wax strip

    Answer: A

    Explanation: Kansas requires the cleaned wound to be covered with a sterile bandage to prevent further blood exposure. Source text: “cover the wound with a sterile bandage”

    Reference: Infection Control Regulations for Practitioners and Facilities — K.A.R. 28-24-3(d)