Pennsylvania Esthetician State Board Practice Exam

What is the term for the treatment that requires a patient to be anesthetized?

1. Anesthesia Treatment

2. Cosmetic Surgery

3. Dermatological Procedure

4. Post-Surgical Care

The correct answer is: Cosmetic Surgery

Cosmetic surgery is the correct term for procedures that typically require a patient to be anesthetized. This field encompasses various surgical interventions aimed at enhancing or altering physical appearance, often involving more invasive techniques that necessitate anesthesia for patient comfort and safety. Anesthesia allows patients to undergo significant procedures without experiencing pain or distress during the operation. In contrast, while dermatological procedures can include treatments that may or may not require local anesthesia, they are often less invasive and do not universally necessitate full anesthesia. Post-surgical care relates to the follow-up treatment after surgery but does not pertain to the initial procedure itself or the need for anesthesia. The term "anesthesia treatment" is not commonly recognized in this context and does not accurately describe any specific surgical or cosmetic procedure. Thus, cosmetic surgery is the appropriate classification for treatments requiring anesthesia.