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Nail tech state boards Exam Study Guide 2024, Exams of Health psychology

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Nail tech state boards Exam Study Guide
2024.
What is the golden rule for dealing with nail disorders? - ansYou have to refuse the service if the
nail is infected or swollen
Before the service, who determines the shape of the nail? - ansThe nail tech and the client
What two other things are found in the matrix besides blood vessels? - ansLymph and nerves
What does the matrix control? - ansHow fast the nail grows.
What is the first sign of possible fungus growth under the acrylic layer of a sculptured nail? -
ansA change in color of the natural nail.
If you have a client with a fortify nail, what should you do? - ansRub vitamin e oil on it.
Under what condition of the nail should you use ridge filler and pumice powder? -
ansFurrows/corrugations due to lack of zinc
What is onychauxis/hypertrophy? - ansOver growth of the nails
When is it ok for the nail tech to work on an ingrown nail? - ansIf it is not infected or if the nail
is not grown too deeply
How can you treat a nail with leukonychia? - ansIt can't be corrected. You have to wait for the
nail to grow out.
What is the most common thing to happen to people with acrylic nails? - ansMold/fungus
What do you do when you have a client with athletes foot (tinea pedis)? - ansShould not perform
services; refer to physician.
What are the eponychium, perinychium, and hyponichium? - ansThe skin surrounding the nail
What is the disadvantage of using QUATS? - ansIt can damage/corrode implements
When using primer, does the client and the tech both use safety glasses? - ansNo, only the client
What is the metatarsal scissors? - ansIt is a petrissage massage movement; a kneading technique
done on the feet
What part of the nail controls how fast the nail grows? - ansThe matrix
What part of the nail grows the fastest? - ansThe matrix.
What can be used to treat nail stain? - ansPeroxide
What is a symptom of having Eggshell nails? - ansThin, white, and curved
What is the difference between odorless and traditional acrylic nails? - ansOdorless are tacky and
leave residue
Which condition is the best for treatment of an oil manicure? - ansBrittle and dry cuticles
What kind of wrap can be used with ridge filler? - ansPaper wrap
What is the purpose of using artificial nails? - ansTo strengthen, repair, and lengthen nails
What is the proper time for a nail technician's be disinfected? - ansAfter each service and after
each client
The technical term for a nail is what? - ansAn onyx.
A nail disorder that involves a deformed nail is called what? - ansOnychophagy
The most common bacterial disease that occurs in salons is what? - ansFungus
Most of the infectious diseases that occur in salons are caused by what? - ansUnsanitized
implements
An MSDS can be obtained from who? - ansA distributor
The best way to identify the chemicals in a salon is to what? - ansLabel the containers
What is immediately done to the implements taken out of disinfection? - ansThey are rinsed with
water
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What is the golden rule for dealing with nail disorders? - ansYou have to refuse the service if the nail is infected or swollen Before the service, who determines the shape of the nail? - ansThe nail tech and the client What two other things are found in the matrix besides blood vessels? - ansLymph and nerves What does the matrix control? - ansHow fast the nail grows. What is the first sign of possible fungus growth under the acrylic layer of a sculptured nail? - ansA change in color of the natural nail. If you have a client with a fortify nail, what should you do? - ansRub vitamin e oil on it. Under what condition of the nail should you use ridge filler and pumice powder? - ansFurrows/corrugations due to lack of zinc What is onychauxis/hypertrophy? - ansOver growth of the nails When is it ok for the nail tech to work on an ingrown nail? - ansIf it is not infected or if the nail is not grown too deeply How can you treat a nail with leukonychia? - ansIt can't be corrected. You have to wait for the nail to grow out. What is the most common thing to happen to people with acrylic nails? - ansMold/fungus What do you do when you have a client with athletes foot (tinea pedis)? - ansShould not perform services; refer to physician. What are the eponychium, perinychium, and hyponichium? - ansThe skin surrounding the nail What is the disadvantage of using QUATS? - ansIt can damage/corrode implements When using primer, does the client and the tech both use safety glasses? - ansNo, only the client What is the metatarsal scissors? - ansIt is a petrissage massage movement; a kneading technique done on the feet What part of the nail controls how fast the nail grows? - ansThe matrix What part of the nail grows the fastest? - ansThe matrix. What can be used to treat nail stain? - ansPeroxide What is a symptom of having Eggshell nails? - ansThin, white, and curved What is the difference between odorless and traditional acrylic nails? - ansOdorless are tacky and leave residue Which condition is the best for treatment of an oil manicure? - ansBrittle and dry cuticles What kind of wrap can be used with ridge filler? - ansPaper wrap What is the purpose of using artificial nails? - ansTo strengthen, repair, and lengthen nails What is the proper time for a nail technician's be disinfected? - ansAfter each service and after each client The technical term for a nail is what? - ansAn onyx. A nail disorder that involves a deformed nail is called what? - ansOnychophagy The most common bacterial disease that occurs in salons is what? - ansFungus Most of the infectious diseases that occur in salons are caused by what? - ansUnsanitized implements An MSDS can be obtained from who? - ansA distributor The best way to identify the chemicals in a salon is to what? - ansLabel the containers What is immediately done to the implements taken out of disinfection? - ansThey are rinsed with water

What is the best way to avoid and fight infections? - ansLearn proper sanitation procedures and follow them. The French manicure is a great base for what? - ansNail art Ridge filler is most commonly used with what? - ansPaper wraps What protects skin from ultraviolet rays? - ansMelanin layer What is the result of a deformed or damaged nail? - ansPlicatured nail How are gels removed? - ansUV gels need to be buffed off layer by layer. What is used for a foot callus? - ansA foot file Sanitized implements should be stored at what temperature? - ans60-85 degrees Fahrenheit How can you remove gel residue? - ansUse alcohol What is striping tape used for? - ansNail art Can all types of artificial nail applications be coated with polish? - ansYes. What is the best type of polish for a business woman? - ansA French manicure with a light polish over it. What service would be best for a client who wants to grow their nails out? - ansLiquid nail wrap Ridge filler is needed for what? - ansNail wraps When mixing or using salon products you should what? - ansWear gloves and safety glasses, measure everything, and read/follow instructions. How do you remove polish? - ansFrom cuticle toward the free edge What is the name of a foot doctor? - ansPodiatrist It is not as common, but can still cause infection? - ansPathogenic How do you file a nail? - ansOuter edge to middle, or side to middle What should you change immediately after the client? - ansSoaking solution To avoid smearing polish, the top coat should be followed by what? - ansInstant nail dry No light gel application can be combined with what? - ansFiber glass, silk wrap; between the first and second coat Which skin function is most closely related to keeping skin soft and pliable? - ansSecretion How do you know when an acrylic nail is dry? - ansClicking sound What should you do if someone with athletes foot seeks a pedicure? - ansRefuse the service Which of these tools should be different for a pedicure and manicure? - ansCuticle nippers What is a nail pterygium? - ansAbnormal condition, skin is stretched by the nail plate. What don't you need to use when applying acrylic over nail tips? - ansA nail form What is the minimum time an implement should be immersed in a wet sanitizer? - ans20 min What is the relaxer movement? - ansJoint movement; with one hand brace the clients arm Why does the linen wrap need to be covered with polish? - ansBecause it is opaque Who should treat clients with an infection? - ansA physician What should you do with a client who has infectious disease? - ansDon't perform any services for the client and refer them to a doctor Why do you have to have a cal on all the chemical containers? - ansTo avoid spilling and evaporation Clients with a fungus should be treated by who? - ansA physician What is the most common infection spread in a salon? - ansFungus

Liquid nail wraps are made of what? - ansTiny fibers and liquid polish Odorless nails are considered what? - ansSelf leveling Onychia and paranonychia are caused by what? - ansUsing unsanitary implements How can you tell that an acrylic nail is dried? - ansYou will hear a clicking sound If you have a client with a fority nail what should you do? - ansRub vitamin E oil on it Before applying polish, the paper wraps surface should be what? - ansSmoothed by a ridge filler Onychauxis or hypertrophy is what? - ansOvergrowth of the nail What is the greatest risk of infection bacteria? - ansBacteria multiplies very fast in a large amount Gel nails are applied how? - ansBy brushing gel onto the entire nail What is the nail body/plate? - ansMain part of nail; most visible Light cured gels are what? - ansEasy to file/maintain and odor free No light gels are made of a thicker glue called what? - ansCyanoacrylate What is a dapper dish? - ansUsed to hold liquid monomer What is the proper way to store acrylic products? - ansOut of sunlight, cool, and in conditions around 60-80 degrees Fahrenheit What is usually the first sign of a nail possibly infected with fungus? - ansA change in color of the nail. What is the purpose of an artificial nail tip? - ansIt is used to extend the nail plate artificially What can describe the two color acrylic method? (Pink and White) - ansIt will result looking similar to a French manicure What would least likely have to do with recommending a nail shape for the client? - ansPreferences of nail polish color When do you apply a nail strengthener? - ansBefore the base coat What tool is different between the manicure and pedicure? - ansCuticle nippers Which implement should be sanitized after each client? - ansCuticle nippers What should you not store implements in? - ansOpen shelves What should you do when applying primer? - ansWear gloves and offer your clients a pair of goggles What is the official name for an ingrown? - ansOnchyocryptosis What can be used to treat a nail stain? - ansPeroxide Who decides the shape for the clients nails? - ansYou and the client How should acrylic powders be stored? - ansIn covered containers The protein of the nail is the same as what? - ansProtein of the skin and hair What are two types of lights to cure light gel nails? - ansHalogen and UV Are disposable supplies used for each client? - ansYes The money you spend is called what? - ansAn expense What is a catalyst? - ansSomething that makes a chemical reaction faster Where do you place the first acrylic ball? - ansOn the free edge Can you judge a chemical by its smell? - ansNo you should not smell the chemicals Striping tape is used to create lines when doing what? - ansNail art What are egg shell nails? - ansThin, white, or curved nails Is glue am adhesive? - ansYes

When adhesive is applied to a silk wrap, the wrap becomes what? - ansTransparent How can you describe a nail well? - ansThe point of contact with the nail plate The heavy adhesive used in paper wraps is called what? - ansMending liquid The first state of a fungal infection is what? - ansChange in color of the nail plate What happens if nail bleach gets on the cuticles? - ansIt can cause irritation on the skin and cuticle. What is the forward growth on the cuticle of the nail called? - ansWing like or pterygium Which of the following accurately describes bacteria? - ansPathogenic are less common, but can cause infection and disease Why do you need to understand MSDS? - ansTo learn about potential hazards What is the best method of applying fabric on to a nail? - ansApply the fabric over the nail plate The best way for a nail tech to prevent infection is to what? - ansFollow sanitation procedures What would best describe the last procedure to finishing linen wraps? - ansIt needs to be covered with nail polish What is a 1/8 inch of fabric that can be used to strengthen a weak point? - ansA stress strip What is the purpose of a nail wrap? - ansTo mend a damaged nail How is a plastic sheet used in the nail wrap procedure? - ansTo avoid the transfer of bacteria from nail tech to client Why do you apply nail antiseptic? - ansDehydrate nails and improve adhesion Why should you buff the nail plate? - ansTo remove any natural oils What is the purpose of a nail wrap? - ansMend damaged nails What do paper wraps dissolve in? - ansPolish remover What can best describe a nail well? - ansThe part of the tip that serves as the point of contact with the nail plate What is onychatrophia or atrophy? - ansWasting away of the nail What is made up of tiny fibers and liquid polish? - ansLiquid nail wrap If bleeding occurs during a manicure, what should you do? - ansUse alum powder or syptic powder What is the official name for a rams horn nail? - ansOnychogryphosis What's the goal of a nail tech if a client has a serviceable nail disorder? - ansTo improve the overall appearance of the nail Nails are composed of what? - ansKeratin What best describes paper wraps? - ansIt is commonly known as a temporary service Bacteria multiply and grow the best in what conditions? - ansWarm, dark, damp, or dirty environments An antiseptic is used to destroy or limit the growth of what? - ansOnly bacteria that could cause disease Chemical containers should always be what? - ansLabeled The best way to identify chemicals is to what? - ansKeep them properly labeled AIDS is most likely transmitted in a salon through what? - ansUnsanitized implements Which condition is best for treatment using an oil manicure? - ansBrittle and dry cuticles After an implement is rinsed, what should you do? - ansDry with a clean towel What are the most common infections in salons caused by? - ansUnsanitized implements

Sculptured nails are known as what? - ansAcrylic nails What is the best description for the treatment of split nails? - ansIt can be treated if not split below the free edge Overlay is another name for what? - ansNail wraps What should be used to disinfect sinks, counter tops, and clean the floors? - ansEPA registered cleaning products Silk; type of weave and fabric? - ansThin fabric and tight weave What is the official name for split/brittle nails? - ansOnychorrhexis What is the official name for bitten nails? - ansOnychophagy What do ingrowns cause? - ansPlicatured nails What are bruised nails? - ansA clot of blood forms under the nail plate The matrix bed controls what (3)? - ansShape, thickness, and rate of growth What is the nail bed supplied with? - ansBlood vessels Fabric wraps are made from what 3 things? - ansSilk, linen, and or fiberglass What is the best technique to apply nail wraps? - ansApply adhesive carefully to avoid touching the cuticle What is made up of tiny fibers and liquid polish? - ansLiquid nail wraps When should you use a ridge filler and/or pumice powder? - ansFurrow nail or corrugation nail What is immediately done to implements taken out of disinfection? - ansRinse with water What needs to be replaced after each nail service? - ansThe soaking solution If you have a client with a fority nail, what should you do? - ansRub vitamin E cream on it What is most likely to cause improper ventilation? - ansOver exposure to dusts and vapors What part of the nail does it depend on its growth? - ansThe matrix Abnormal feet should be treated by who? - ansA podiatrist Where should a nail tech put used disposable supplies, during a manicure service? - ansPlaced into a closed container or a plastic bag What is the purpose of a ventilation system? - ansTo remove dusts and vapors What is most likely responsible for the skin to be pliable and moist? - ansSecretion What is the best response if a nail tech has a client with an infectious disease? - ansYou have to refuse the service Why should a sculptured nail be immediately repaired? - ansTo prevent the contamination and infection of the nail What is the best way to remove artificial nail tips? - ansSoak the nail into a solvent to dissolve the adhesive What is a light circular massage movement that can help the clients relax and soothe? - ansEffeurage What is the disorder called when there are white spots in the nail bed? - ansLeukonychia What does nail hardener consist of that can help protect the natural nail plate? - ansTiny reinforced fibers What is the purpose of the massage technique involving moving joints? - ansRelax the client How do you clean off polish off of the cuticle? - ansCotton tipped orange wood stick or wooden pusher saturated with polish remover

Paronychia - ansA paronychia is a nail disease that is an often-tender bacterial or fungal infection of the hand or foot where the nail and skin meet at the side or the base of a finger or toenail. Onychia (Nail Disease) - ansOnychia is an inflammation of the nail folds (surrounding tissue of the nail plate) of the nail with formation of pus and shedding of the nail.