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STATE BOARD PRACTICE EXAM 3
STATE BOARD PRACTICE EXAM 3
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Contains questions from Nail Structure and Growth, Nail Disorders and Diseases, and Manicuring
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1
What are rpoducts designed to soften and smooth thickened tissue?
lotions and creams
sea salt
exfoliation scrubs
callus softeners
2
Nail hardeners that are useful for thin, weak nails, but NOT hard, rigid, brittle nails contains:
methylene glycol
cellulose formers
conditioners
ammonia
3
__ services are currently the fastest-growing services on salon and spa menus.
Haircut and blowdry
Color and highlighting
Manicure and pedicure
Hand and foot massage
4
To avoid the risk of infection, sharp implements should never be used on clients who are __.
mature
allergic
sensitive
immuno-suppressed
5
What is 1 on the most effective ways to ensure safe working conditions in a salon, especially in a nail salon?
sterilization procedures
local source capture ventilation system
clean A/C filters
rubber floor mats
6
What cosmetic treatment of the hands involves, cutting,shaping,painting the nails,& maybe remove cuticle & soften skin
nail buffing
manicure
pedicure
hand massaage
7
A nail condition in which blood clots form under the nail plate due to a small injury of the nail plate:
bruised nails
bruised onychia
blue nails
abnormal nails
8
In the __, pedicure services exploded.
1970's
1980's
1990's
early 2000's
9
The part of the nail plate that extends over the tip of the finger or toe is called the:
nail body
cuticle area
extension
free edge
10
Term to describe any solvent-based colored film applied to the nails for purpose of adding color or special effects:
polish
paint
cream
polishremover
11
The surface of a healthy natural nail should be :
pitted and rough
smooth and unspotted
smooth and spotted
flexible and spotted
12
___ are extracted using various forms of distillation from seeds, bark, roots, wood, and/or resin of plants.
Herbs
Essential oils
Roots
Perfumes
13
____ often leads to ingrown nails.
Nail pterygium
Onychophagy
Plicatured nails
Beau's limes
14
Which tool is made fo faom rubber or cotton and used to keep toes apart while polishing nails?
pedicure slippers
toe separators
pads
paddles
15
The ultimate foot bath is the fully plumbed whirlpool with attached pedicure chair, sometimes referred to as a __ chair.
throne-design
massage
comfortable
pedicure
16
The natural nail is part of what system?
integumentary
skeletal
proective
muscular
17
___ are personal protective equipment (PPE), worn to protect the cosmetologist from exposure to microbes during service.
Aprons
Gloves
Maska
Hairnets
18
The slightly thickened layer of skin that lies between the fingertip & free edge of the natural nail plate is the :
eponychium
hyponichium
matrix
mantle
19
Which type of movement incorporates variuos strokes that manipulate or press one layer of tissue over another?
friction
tapotement
efflerauge
petrissage
20
What is a metal implement with grooved edges used for filing & smoothing the edges of the nail plate?
curette
scooper
paddle
nail rasp
21
Nail products designed to soften dry skin around the nail plate & increase flexibility of the natural nail are ___.
cuticle removers and soaps
removers and polish
creams and oils
acetone and ethyl acetate
22
Tiny pits or severe roughness on the surfaceof the nail plate is an indication of ____.
athlete's feet
imgrown nails
nail psoriasis
local infection
23
What is the relaxing movement that should be perfected varied, & expertly used during a manicure?
friction
tapotement
effleurage
petrissage
24
OSHA regulations say nail techs wear__when doing pedicures to prevent exposure to pathogens.
a hat
gloves
clothes
masks
25
The lighter color of the ___ shows the true color of the matrix.
nail folds
nail bed
nail plate
lunula
26
Before purchasing any pedicure equipment, check with your__on which pedicure units are permitted.
salon manager
state board
instructor
business manager
27
What re tiny openings in the skin, which can allow microbes to enter the skin, leading to infection?
microtraumas
microtears
abrasions
cuts or scrapes
28
What is used to clean the cosmetologist's & client's hands before a service?It removes 90% of pathogenic microbes.
disinfectant
soap
sterile water
hand sanitizer
29
What is the specialized piece of equipment designed to keep pedicure supplies organized?
dispensary
pedicure cart
pedicure cabinet
rolling cart
30
Clients most enjoy the __ that manicures provide.
exfoliating
nail cleanup
pampering
nail poishing
31
Pedicures are a part of hygiene & good__,and are important for joggers,dancers & anyone who spend time on their feet
personal a ppearance
foot care
comfort
safety
32
Reusable implements are AKA ___ implements, made of stainless steel so they can be disinfected.
multiuse
galvanized
sterile
single use
33
The generally accepted timebetween pedicure appoinments is generally ___.
four weeks
two weeks
3 months
one week
34
Choose a protective mask designed specifically for dust, mist and __ to ensure it is effective in the salon setting.
fluids
molds
airborne pathogens
fit
35
Prior to being placed in a disinfectant solution, implements must be ____.
tested
used
thoroughly cleansed
wiped dry
36
The natural nail is composed mainly of a hard, fiber-shaped:
eponychium
matrix
protein
adipose tissue
37
An individual who bites his or her nailsmay be said to have :
onychocryptosis
trumpet nail
onychopagy
onychomycosis
38
Which one of the client's feet should you work on first?
left
non dominant foot
dominant foot
it does not matter
39
Visible depressions running across the width of the naural nail plate are the result of a najor illness or injury:
narrow lines
hangnails
eggshell nails
Beau's lines
40
When the eponychium or other living tissue surrounding the nail plate becomes split or torn, a ___ occurs.
trumpet nail
purogenic granuloma
hangnail
splinter hemorrhage
41
A dark band within the nail plate extending from base to free edge due to increased pigment is:
melanin nails
melanonychia
onychophagy
onycholysis
42
The nail bed and matrix bed are attached to the underlying bone by :
ligaments
nail folds
nail grooves
eponychium
43
Nail polish brushes & other products are not capable of harboring or growing pathogenic bacteria microbes are:
used until t hey wear out or break
treated he same as disposable brushes
disposed of immediately after use
exceptions to the single use rule
44
A ___ is designed to gently scrape cuticle tissue from the natural nail plate.
wooden pusher
cuticle remover
metal pusher
nail file
45
Which treatment should be suggested to an individual with a simple hangnail?
removal of the entire cuticle
hot oil manicure
daily use of medicated soaks
removal of the damaged nail
46
___ techniques should be avoided on clients with sensitive or redness-prone skin.
Light massage
Vigorous massage
Friction
Any massage
47
A disposable supply provided to clients to avoid smudging toenail polish are ___.
toe separators
paper towels
paper or foam slippers
disosable slippers
48
What is a stainless steel implement used to carefully trim away dead skin around the nails?
nail nipper
nail clipper
tweezer
metal pusher
49
What form of high-demand nail color lasts 10-21 days & helps prevent smudging after a manicure.
French manicure
colored polish
gel polish
acrylilc nails
50
The tough band of fibrous tissue that connects bone :
bed epithilium
nail tendon
open muscle
ligament
51
Clients with skin or nails that are infected, inflamed, or swollen should be referred to a(n):
technician
stylist
esthetician
physician
52
When performing a pedicure, do not push back the ___.
rough edges
dead tisuue
cuticle tissue
eponychium
53
Physical trauma or injury to the nail bed that damages the capillaries & allows small amounts of blood flow results in:
trumpet nail
splinter hemmorhages
purogenic granulomas
hangnails
54
A spatula must be used for removing products from their containers to prevent ___ of the products & spread of disease
contamination
confusion
excessive use
spillage
55
As it grows, the ___ slides across the nail bed.
nail plate
mantle
nail grooves
cuticle
56
Containers that create the perfect environment for pathogens to grow & reproduce are ___.
paper
unsealed
ventilated
airtight
57
A unique method of applying pressure with thumb and index fingers to the hands and feet is ___.
friction
reflexology
cosmetology
effleurage
58
Which substance is an organic compouond that has a super-hydrating effect on skin cells and is used in callus softeners?
sodium chloride
potassium hydroxide
urea
salicylic acid
59
Benefits of a __ include stimulation of circulation, reduction of nflammation,and deeper penetration of products.
foot scrub
warm bath
tepid bath
paraffin bath
60
Which type of nail polish remover is recommended when removing nail polish from nail enhancements such as wraps?
Neither acetone nor non-acetone
non-acetone
acetone
Both acetone & non acetone
61
Fashion continually changes & cosmetologists should __ new trends & services in all facets of the industry.
adopt
establish
be w ary of
stay current with
62
The portion of the living skin that supports the nail plate is the nail:
matrix
bed
groove
root
63
Excessive use of __ can cause onychorrhexis.
nail polish
nail strengtheners
hot oil treatments
cuticle removers
64
The nail bed contains many nerves & is attached to the nail plate with a thin layer of tissue called the :
bed lunula
bed eponychium
nail mantle
bed epithilium
65
According to client salon surveys, the __ is the most enjoyed aspect of any nail service.
nail filing
foot soak
nail polishing
massgae
66
A chemical that should never be added to the footbath with the clinet's feet is a(n):
sea salt
disinfectant
antiseptic
foot soak
67
Karen is nervous at her first interview & she thinks her fingernails are sweating. Which part of the nail maybe sweating
lunula
nail plate
nail bed
nail folds
68
Clients with scaly feet should be sent to a podiatrist to define whether the scaly condition is caused by a ___.
fungus
virus
bacteria
parasite
69
An ingrown nail is also called _____.
trumpet nail
onychocryptosis
onychomycosis
onychophagy
70
Implements requiring disinfection should be placed in a covered container large enough for the to be ____.
completely immersed
partially immersed
hidden
seen easily
71
Onychomadesis is the separation and falling off of a nail plate and can typically be traced to ___.
bitten nails
darkening of nail
local infection
nail splitting
72
The nail plate is formed by the:
grooves
matrix cells
cuticle
mantle
73
Nail professional's chaiars should be selected for durability, comfort, ergonomics, and e ase of ____.
portability
cleaning
replacement
communication
74
___ is the last step in a perfect manicure.
buffing
hand massage
filing
polishing
75
What is the best color for your terry cloth towels?
white
brown
black
coordinated w ith salon colors
76
___ provides guidelines for protecting cosmetologists from chemicals that can affect your health.
MSDS
OSHA
State Board of Cosmetology
The salon or spa
77
Which tool is NOT designed to dry traditional nail polish?
UVA or LED lamp
Light bulb type dryer
Nail polish dryer
Top coat
78
The Cosmetologist's pedicuring stool is usually__to make it more ergonomically easier to work on client's feet.
tall
low
cushioned
adjustable
79
Ridges running vertically down the natural nailplate are cause by ____.
medications and cold temperatures
overgrowth and nail pollish
uneven growth and age
bitten nails
80
Melanocytes are ____>
stem cells
pigment cells
infection fighters
pre-cancerous cells
81
What is a water-based lotion that contains an abrasive as the exfoliating agent?
foot masque
exfoliating scrub
massage oil
foot soak
82
What size of foam cushion is specifically made or the comfort of the client's arms during a manicure?
5"-7"
12"-15"
8"-12"
18"-20"
83
A colorless polish layer applied to the natural nail to improve the adhesion of polish is a ___
top coat
base coat
cuticle coat
protection coat
84
Inflammation of the nail matrix followed by shredding of the natural nail plate is known as:
onyx
flagella
fungi
onychia
85
To avoid accidental eye exposure when pouring callus softeners, the nail professional should wear ___.
sunglasses
disposable gloves
clean uniforms
safety eyewear
86
Leukonychia spots result from____.
injury to the nail matrix
zinc excess
excess melanocytes
calcium deficiency
87
The soap bath is filled with comfortably __ and a product to soak the client's feet.
hot water
salt water
cool water
warm water
88
Redness, pain, and swelling are best described as signs of a(n):
deformity
infection
abrasion
cosmetic defect
89
As a rule of thumb, the lower the grit on an abrasive, the more _ its action will be.
refining
flexible
smoothing
aggressive
90
Product used in the pedicure bath to cleanse and soften the skin.
foot soak
massage oil
foot masque
cuticle remover
91
What is a stainless steel implement that can shorten the free edge of the nail quickly & efficiently?
nail clipper
tweezer
nail nipper
metal pusher
92
A small scoop-shaped implement used to remove debris from nail folds,eponychium & hyponychium, especially the big toe.
file
curette
paddle
rasp
93
Severe inflammation of the nail in which a lump of red tissue grows up from the nail bed to the nail plateis called:
pyogenic granuloma
onychophagy
trumpet nail
splinter hemorrhages
94
Normal, healthy nails grow in various shapes, depending on the shape of the:
eponychium
free edge
fingers
matrix
95
Pedicures can cause __ damage to clients than manicures
less permanent
more
the same
less
96
Which statement is true of the nail plate?
It requires oxygen
It is rigid and impermeable
It is more porous tha normal skin of equal thickness
It is made of living cells
97
Which type of gloves are recommended by OSHA because they provide more protection from chemicals?
Vinyl
Latex
Paper
Nitrile
98
When filing the toenail during a pedicure, the nails should be filed ___.
pointed with rounded corners
pointed and thin
straight with rounded corners
long with square corners
99
Hot paraffin baths should not be given to clients with ___.
sensitivity
impaired foot circulation
heavy calluses
dry skin
100
Nails that are completely straight across with no rounding at the edges are ___.
suqare
rounded
oval
spuoval
