Which of the following are beauty and wellness professionals permitted and encouraged to do?

• A. Refer customers with infections and abnormal conditions to physicians
• B. Diagnose illnesses
• C. Prescribe medications
• D. Perform surgeries

Answer: (A)

Recognizing boundaries and putting client safety first. Beauty and wellness professionals aren’t medical diagnosticians. When a client shows signs of infection or abnormal conditions, the correct approach is to refer them to a licensed physician for proper assessment. This protects the client, prevents potential spread of illness, and aligns with professional standards that keep treatments within your certified scope. Diagnosing illnesses, prescribing medications, and performing surgeries require medical training and credentials, so those actions aren’t within the permitted duties of beauty and wellness settings. Referring to a physician is the appropriate, encouraged course of action.