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Cosmetology

Nails Review

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. An implement that shortens, shapes, and smoothes rough edges of natural nails is called a(n): Emery Board
Any disease, disorder or condition of the nail is called: Onychosis
Onychorrhexis is a term indicating: Split or brittle nails
When performing a manicure, you must remove any traces of oil, lotion or cream: Before applying base coat
Nails with a sign of disease require: Referral to a physician
If a nail fungus is found prior to performing a fil-in nail service, which of the following steps should be taken? Remove the artificial nail
What is another name for onychauxis? Hypertrophy
The manicurist will apply nail polish: Over the base coat
What is the function of speed dry when used during a nail service? Aids in fast drying and protection from stickiness
The purpose of the free edge of the nail is to: Protect the tip of the finger
After applying the dehydrant and primer during a sculptured nail service, you should: Form an acrylic bead
The skin under the free edge of the nail is the: Hyponychium
What is the average growth rate of nails in adults? 1/8 inch (.3cm) per month
What condition results when the cuticle becomes overly dry and splits? Hangnail
Which of the following steps describes the proper disinfecting procedure for implements following use in a manicure service? wash with soap and water before placing in disinfectant
Trimming toenails straight across can help avoid: ingrown toenails
Which nail structure consists of many nerves and blood vessels that supply nourishment? Nail Bed
The technical name for the disease referred to as ringworm of the nail is: Tinea Pedis
Onychia is an inflammation of the: Nail Matrix
A thickening of the nail plate or an abnormal outgrowth of the nail is called: Onychauxis
The loose and pliable overlapping skin around the nail is the: Nail Wall
How should nail polish be applied? From the nail base to free edge
What is the nail structure that overlaps the lunula at the base of the nail? Eponychium
Indented vertical lines down the nail plate that may be caused by illness or injury are called: Furrows
A dehydrant is used when applying nail tips to help remove moisture and oil and to prevent the growth of: Bacteria
When removing polish from the nails, works from: Side to Side
Which of the following nail diseases is NOT caused by fungus? Onychatrophia
What should be used to remove excess polish at the edge of the nail? an orangewood stick wrapped in cotton, saturated in polish remover
When is it appropriate to offer a hand massage during a manicure?-- prior to polishing the nails
How often should the soaking solution for the finger bowl be replaced? After every client
The lunula is the half-moon shape at the base of the nail that appears white due to a reflection of light at the point where the: Nail matrix and nail bed meet
Small white spots in the nail which may be caused by an injury are called: Leuconychia
The disorder in which the nail grows into the edge of the nail grooves causing ingrown nails is called: Onychocryptosis
Improper filing, injuries or harsh chemicals could be causes of: Split Nails
How much of the bed should a nail tip cover? Free Edge Only
Re-balancing e nail during a fill-in nail service means to file and buff the nail to blend: remaining acrylic to new growth area
Which of the following conditions can be caused by a nervous habit? Onychophagy
A yellow-green discolorations on the nail is an early indication of which type of nail disease? Nail Fungus
How should implements involved in a blood spill incident be handled? disinfect implements with a broad spectrum disinfectant
What is the job of the manicurist when determining the shape of the client's nails? enhance the client's natural nail shape
True or Flase: A thickening of the nail plate or an abnormal outgrowth of the nail is referred to as leuconychia. False
True or False: The perionychium is the skin that touches, overlaps and surrounds the nail. True
True or False: Toenails grow faster than fingernails. False
True or False: The cuticle is the skin under the free edge. False
True or False: During a pedicure, position toe separators after the nail polish has been applied to the toenails. False
The cosmetic care of the feet and toenails is the . Pedicure
The six signs of infection are pain, swelling, local fever, throbbing, and . Pus; blood
The nail bed is the area of the nail on which the nail rests. Plate
Ringworm of the hand is known as . Tinea Manis
The half-moon shape at the base of the nail is the . Lunula
Created by: Cerrabeth2
 

 



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