Michigan Esthetician State Board Practice Exam

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What term is used to describe a lack of oxygen in the skin?

Anoxia
Asphyxiated
Hypoxia
Ischemia

The correct answer is: Asphyxiated

The term that accurately describes a lack of oxygen in the skin is hypoxia. Hypoxia specifically refers to a condition in which there is deficient oxygen availability in the tissues, including the skin. It can result from various factors such as impaired blood flow or respiratory issues, leading to the skin not receiving the necessary oxygen to function properly. When considering other terms, anoxia indicates a complete absence of oxygen, which is more severe than hypoxia. Ischemia refers to reduced blood flow to an area, which can lead to hypoxia but does not solely denote a lack of oxygen. The term asphyxiated generally refers to suffocation or inability to breathe, which can encompass a broader context than just skin oxygenation. Understanding these distinctions helps clarify why hypoxia is the most accurate term for describing a lack of oxygen specifically in the skin.