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| A healthy nail is smooth, curved, translucent, pinkish in color and: |
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| is without hollows or wavy ridges |
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| Which of the following conditions can be caused by a nervous habit? |
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| Which of the following conditions does NOT indicate a decreasing rate of nail growth? |
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| Improper filing, injuries or harsh chemicals could be causes of: |
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| A dehydrant is used when applying nail tips to help remove moisture and oil and to prevent the growth of: |
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| Which nail structure consists of many nerves and blood vessels that supply nourishment? |
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| Any disease, disorder or condition of the nail is called: |
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| Under normal circumstances, the growth of a new nail plate takes approximately: |
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| The fold of skin on either side of the nail groove is called the: |
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| Which of the following steps describes the proper disinfecting procedure for implements following use in a manicure service? |
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| wash with soap and water before placing in disinfectant |
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| What is the nail structure that overlaps the lunula at the base of the nail? |
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| Which of the following structures are considered appendages of the skin? |
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| The lunula is the half-moon shape at the base of the nail that appears white due to reflection of light at the point where the: |
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| nail matrix and nail bed meet |
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| If a nail fungus is found prior to performing a fill-in nail service, which of the following steps should be taken? |
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| remove the artificial nail |
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| The finger bowl should contain a soaking solution of warm water and: |
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| When should a dehydrating product be applied to the natural nail during a sculptured nail service? |
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| before applying the nail form |
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| The active tissue that generates cells that harden as they move outward from the root to the nail is called the nail: |
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| When performing a manicure, you must remove any traces of oil, lotion or cream: |
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| before applying base coat |
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| Trimming toenails straight across can help avoid: |
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| How should implements involved in a blood spill incident be handled? |
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| disinfect implements with a broad spectrum disinfectant |
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| Which of the following nail diseases is NOT caused by fungus? |
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| Systemic, long-term illness or nervous disturbance can cause: |
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| The skin under the free edge of the nail is the: |
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| An implement that shortens, shapes and smoothes rough edges of natural nails is called a(n): |
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| What is the deep pocket-like structure that holds the root and the matrix of the nail? |
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| What is the job of the manicurist when determining the shape of the client's nails? |
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| enhance the client's natural nail shape |
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| Attached at the base of the nail, under the skin and inside the mantle is the: |
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| How should nail polish be applied? |
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| using light sweeping strokes |
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| What should be used to remove excess polish at the edge of the nail? |
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| an orangewood stick wrapped in cotton with the tip saturated in polish remover |
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| All of the following descriptions identify possible causes of paonychia EXCEPT: |
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| Tinea pedis appears as itching and peeling of the skin on the feet and must be: |
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| How often should the soaking solution for the finger bowl be replaced? |
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| Onychia is an inflammation of the: |
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| During the massage portion of a pedicure service, apply pressure to the muscular tissue on either side of the: |
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| The tracks on either side of the nail moves on as it grows are called the nail: |
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| Upon discovery of a nail fungus on a client's hands or feet, the salon professional needs to: |
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| refer client to a physician |
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| The loose and pliable overlapping skin around the nail is the: |
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| Pterygium of the nail can occur at either the hyponychium or at the: |
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| What is another name for onychauxis? |
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| What is the function of speed dry when using during a nail service? |
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| aids in fast drying and protection from stickiness |
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