ND Cosmetology case studies
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The North Dakota Cosmetology licensing examination is the credentialing process for individuals who want to practice cosmetology in North Dakota. It is designed for students completing a state-approved cosmetology program and for licensed professionals transferring from another jurisdiction. The ND Cosmetology case studies are 5 cases and about 2,563 words.
1Blood on the Blade: Disinfection and Exposure Response
On a busy Saturday, a stylist is giving a 12-year-old boy a clipper cut when the blade catches a small mole on his neck and draws blood. The stylist puts on no gloves, presses a tissue to the nick, and continues cutting with the same blade.
648 words, about 3 min2The Shrinking Bob
A client brings a photo of a blunt, chin-length bob and says she wants to 'wear it curly like this.' Her hair is 3C, with about 50 percent shrinkage; she had a relaxer eight months ago, leaving three inches of new growth and a visible line of demarcation. The mid-shaft is porous from old relaxer, the ends are dry, and there is a strong cowlick at the right nape.
554 words, about 3 min3Henna and the Four-Level Lift
A client with natural level 3 hair and about 40 percent gray at the temples asks to be a level 7 ash blonde. Six months ago she applied a black 'henna' compound from a local market; the package listed no ingredients.
475 words, about 2 min4The Isotretinoin Facial
A 22-year-old client books a 'deep-cleansing facial' two weeks before her wedding. She has been on isotretinoin 40 mg daily for three weeks and uses a prescription retinoid cream at night.
427 words, about 2 min5Green Nail, MMA, and a Bleeding Cuticle
A client comes in with a dark green-black discoloration on her right thumbnail that has been present for three weeks. She wants a full set of acrylics to cover it for a vacation.
459 words, about 2 min