CLT Client Assessment & Treatment Planning 2

Question 1

A client with Fitzpatrick Skin Type V presents for laser hair removal. Which laser wavelength is MOST appropriate to minimize the risk of post-inflammatory hyperpigmentation?

Accepted Answer

1064 nm Nd:YAG

Answer

532 nm Nd:YAG

Answer

694 nm Ruby

Answer

755 nm Alexandrite

Question 2

During a client intake, a client discloses they take isotretinoin (Accutane). What is the recommended waiting period after stopping the medication before performing laser treatments?

Accepted Answer

6 months

Answer

1 month

Answer

3 months

Answer

12 months

Question 3

Which clinical finding during skin assessment would be considered an absolute contraindication for laser hair removal on the treatment area?

Accepted Answer

Active herpes simplex lesion in the area

Answer

Mild dry skin

Answer

Fading scar from a healed wound

Answer

Fine vellus hair coverage

Question 4

A client reports using a self-tanning product two weeks ago. What is the BEST course of action before proceeding with laser treatment?

Accepted Answer

Postpone treatment until tan fades completely

Answer

Proceed with standard settings

Answer

Increase the fluence to compensate

Answer

Apply a topical anesthetic and proceed

Question 5

When reviewing a client's medical history for laser treatments, which medication class poses the greatest risk for photosensitivity reactions?

Accepted Answer

Tetracycline antibiotics

Answer

Antihistamines

Answer

Beta-blockers

Answer

Proton pump inhibitors

Question 6

A client wants laser tattoo removal on a red tattoo. Which potential reaction should be specifically disclosed during informed consent?

Accepted Answer

Allergic or urticarial reaction from iron oxide pigments

Answer

Permanent hair loss at the site

Answer

Increased risk of keloid formation only

Answer

Guaranteed complete removal in one session

Question 7

Which element of the Fitzpatrick Scale is assessed to classify skin type?

Accepted Answer

Skin's response to sun exposure and tendency to burn or tan

Answer

Sebum production rate

Answer

Melanin content measured by spectrometer

Answer

Transepidermal water loss value