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What is the skin that touches, overlaps and surrounds the nail?
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Cosmetology Chp. 14

Nails

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What is the skin that touches, overlaps and surrounds the nail? Perionychium
What is the proper disinfecting procedure for implements following use in a mani/pedi service? Wash with soap and water before placing in disinfectant.
When performing a manicure, you must remove any traces of oil, lotion or cream before? Appyling a base coat
Which nail structure consists of many nerves and blood vessels that supply nourishment? Nail bed
Discoloration of the nail can indicate serious problems in what part of the nail? Nail bed
After applying the dehydrant and primer during a sculptured nail service, you should? Form an acrylic bead
What condition can be caused by a nervous habit? Onychophagy
What is the job of a manicurist when determining the shape of the client's nail? Enhance the client's natural nail shape
What condition occurs when the cuticle becomes overly dry and splits? Hangnail
Name the basic nail shapes? Pointed, Oval, Round Square, Squoval
What are the steps in a client consultation/service? Greet, Ask/Analyze and Assess, Agree, Deliver, Complete
What are the Blood Spill Procedure Steps? 1. Stop and Wash 2. Apply Antiseptic 3. Dress or cover injury 4. Cover injured area 5. Clean and disinfect implements 6. Double bag all blood-soiled articles
What is the technical name for the disease referred to as ringworm of the nail? Onychomycosis
How should nail polish be applied? From the nail base to the free edge
Permanent distortion can occur when a nail is lost due to trauma and when? The nail bed or matrix are injured
What are the products systems for creating artificial nails? Gel,Nail wraps, Acrylics
What is the average growth rate of nails in adults? 1/8 inch (0.3 cm) per month
How should implements in a blood spill incident be handled? disinfect implements with broad spectrum disinfectant
What is the term for split or brittle nails? Onychorrhexis
How often should you replace the soaking solution in the finger bowl? After every client
Blood trapped under nails is a condition referred to as? Bruised nails
What is the deep pocket like structure that holds the root and the matrix of the nail? Mantle
During the massage portion of a pedicure service, apply pressure to the muscular tissue on either side of the? Shinbone
How much of the nail bed should a nail tip cover? 1/3 to 1/2
Tinea pedis appears as itching and peeling of skin on the feet and you must? Refer guest to a Physician
When is it appropriate to offer a hand massage during a manicure? Prior to polishing the nails
Systemic, long term illness or nervous disturbance can cause? Spoon nails
What is an increased curvature of the nails called? Onychogryposis
Indented vertical lines down the nail plate that may be caused by illness or injury are called: Furrows
Where do you start when removing polish from the nail? Base to tip
Re balancing the nail during a fill in nail service means to file and buff the nail to blend? Remaining acrylic to new growth area
What does not indicate a decreasing rate of nail growth? Summer
Under normal circumstances, the growth of a new nail plate takes approximately? 4 to 6 months
What is a cause of paronychia? Fungus
Avoid using acetone polish remover on? Plastic nail tips
What is the function of speed dry when used during a nail service? Aids in fast drying and protection from stickiness
The nail bed is attached to the bone by? Ligaments
The fold of skin on either side of the nail groove is called the? Nail Wall
Brittle nails or dry, aging hands could receive some benefit from? Hot oil or cream manicuring
What diseases is a wasting away of the nails? Onychatrophia
A yellow green discoloration on the nail is an early indication of which type of nail disease? Nail Fungus
What product may be used to remove nail stains? Nail Bleach
An implement that shortens shapes and smooths rough edges of natural nails is called? Emery board
What is the nail structure that overlaps the lunula at the base of the nail? Eponychium
Any disease, disorder, or condition of the nails is called? Onychosis
A healthy nail is smooth, curved, translucent, pinkish in color and? Is without hollows or wavy ridges
Most nail products vapors are flammable so you should not allow what from guest or employees? Smoking in the salon
Improper filing, injuries or harsh chemicals could be causes of? Split Nails
Small white spots in the nail which may be caused by an injury are called? Leuconychia
The loose and pliable over lapping skin around the nail is the? Cuticle
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