Answering yes to which of the following questions tells you that the tissue is the proximal nail fold, NOT the cuticle?

Is the tissue any part of the skin that covers the nail plate and matrix?

To help avoid costly mistakes in the future, it is important that you take all steps EXCEPT which of the following?

Emphasize a strong work ethic as well as good hygiene.

Which describes the relationship between viscosity and curing time when it comes to resins?

The thinner the viscosity the faster it will cure

When trying to resolve an unhappy client problem, you should_____.

Find out why the client isn’t happy.

If a client start gossiping, try all of the following EXCEPT_____.

Quickly joining in on the gossiping

Your professional image is…..

The impression you project through your appearance in the workspace.

After removing the nail tip from the natural nail, it is recommended that you____to remove any adhesive residue.

Gently buff the nail with a fine buffer

Which of the following is a recommended way to avoid rings of fire?

Reduce the amount of pressure applied during filing

Shaving the legs within 49 hours of receiving a pedicure can have what result?

Increased risk of irritation or infection

Which is BEST reasoning for why a dry manicure must be performed prior to nail tip application?

Whatever is left on the nail will eventually cause the tip to lift

You will know that someone in your industry has exhibited unethical behavior if they….

Conceal information about products in order to sell them.

The cuticle’s job is to ________.

To seal the space between the nail plate and living skin above it

Among the safe lifting guidelines mentioned in the chapter, is to______.

Keep feet about shoulder width apart

The art of caring for and beautifying the hands and nails

What is the difference between respiratory droplets an airborne transmission?

Respiratory droplets do not stay in the air as long

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1
Which of the following would NOT be an appropriate ventilation system for Kayla’s salon
Strong fans and open windows
Local-source-capture ventilation system
Ventilated table with filters
Portable downdraft vent machine
2
As a nail tech, you should understand the underlying structure of the skin, it’s functions, and_____.
Advanced skin technology
How to diagnose simple diseases
It’s basic needs
Advanced infection control
3
When should a new set of gloves be used?
Every week
For every client
Every day
Every few hours
4
Answering yes to which of the following questions tells you that the tissue is the proximal nail fold, NOT the cuticle?
Is the tissue any part of the skin that covers the nail plate and matrix?
Is the tissue adhered directly to the plate but removable.
Is the tissue no living and not directly attached to living skin?
The tissue very thin and colorless but easily visible under close inspectio
5
To help avoid costly mistakes in the future, it is important that you take all steps EXCEPT which of the following?
Manage your personal pages or walls.
Post helpful content
Use social media to communicate with peers and clients.
Emphasize a strong work ethic as well as good hygiene.
6
______ is a method used to eliminate or reduce the transmission of infection from one individual to another.
Sterilization
Sanitization
Infection control
Standard precaution
7
The BEST method of prevention for bone and joint pains associated with being a beauty and wellness professional is…..
Adequate hydration
Allergy prevention
Proper ergonomics
Elbow sneezing
8
Which describes the relationship between viscosity and curing time when it comes to resins?
The thicker the viscosity the faster the cure time
Thick or thin viscosity resins are quick to cure.
Cure time for all resins tend to be about 48 hours
The thinner the viscosity the faster it will cure
9
When trying to resolve an unhappy client problem, you should_____.
Strongly assert your opinion.
Find out why the client isn’t happy.
Tell the client it cannot be fixed, even if they think it can
Politely but firmly argue your point.
10
Friction should only be used on which part of the foot?
The bottom
The sides
The toes
The top
11
If a client start gossiping, try all of the following EXCEPT_____.
Talking about the styling you’re doing
Changing the subject
Give me a quick tip for treatment and home care
Quickly joining in on the gossiping
12
Primers are MOST useful if the clients has____nail plates.
Supple
Normal
Dry
Oily
13
It is NOT required that disinfectants used in salons and spas must be_____.
Bactericides
Fungicidal
Virucidal
Hypoallergenic
14
The process of disinfection eliminates_____.
Most microorganisms
All microorganisms
A very small amount of microorganism
No microorganisms
15
Deductive reasoning is the process of reaching logical conclusions by employing which of the following?
Illogical reasoning
A best-guess strategy
Logical reasoning
Practical induction
16
If you use soap and warm water to remove visible dirt off your station, you just did which of the following?
Sterilized it
Sanitized it
Disinfected it
Cleaned it
17
A normal healthy nail is______.
White
Dull
Flexible
Soft
18
A good work ethic depends on all EXCEPT which of the following?
Hygiene
Enthusiasm
Motivation
Integrity
19
Before applying a nail enhancement product, it is important to____the nail.
Disinfect
Rinse
Scrub
Sterilize
20
Your professional image is…..
Based on your skills and tell her, which gets you to the top.
The impression you project through your appearance in the workspace.
Your ability to become someone other than who you really are.
Your ability to control all of the things that clients cannot see.
21
After removing the nail tip from the natural nail, it is recommended that you____to remove any adhesive residue.
Have the client wash their hands
Gently buff the nail with a fine buffer
Gently buff the nail with medium buffer
Immerse the nail in acetone polish remover
22
The______portion of your business plan should include a description of how the business will run.
Vision statement
Mission statement
Marketing plan
Organizational plan
23
Adding services and retail sales to your service tickets mean______for your business.
Additional risk
Additional revenue
Additional clientele
Additional advertising
24
The two ways to create a nail extension are___and____.
Wraps; forms
Tips; squovals
Wraps; tips
Tips; forms
25
An EPA-registered disinfectant MUST carry all EXCEPT Which of the following on its label?
Efficacy claims
A contact time
The word concentrate
A registration number
26
_______ is the number one cause of daytime fatigue.
Lack of vitamins
Lack of protein
Lack of minerals
Lack of water
27
regularly and successfully recommending and selling services to clients, then you have perfected the practice of what?
Retailing
Ticket upgrading
Rebooking
Public speaking
28
Which of the following is a recommended way to avoid rings of fire?
Increase the amount of pressure applied during filing
Increase the speed of your machine
Reduce the amount of pressure applied during filing
Keep the bit perpendicular to the nail as you work
29
Which is the BEST dust mask for use in a salon
Triangular, with a rating of N-95
Round, with a rating of p-100
Round, with rating of N-95
Triangular, with a rating of p-100
30
What services can you offer a client with ingrown toenails
A foot massage
Clear polish only
No service
A special pedicure
31
Shaving the legs within 49 hours of receiving a pedicure can have what result?
Increased risk of irritation or infection
Significant heat sensitivity
Exfoliating scrub not working effectively
Decreased circulation in the legs
32
It is recommended that you use a___to remove any loose debris from the nail plate during a pedicure.
Curette
Clipper
Nail nipper
Rasp
33
Which of the following is the BEST advice when you are feeling sick or under the weather?
Where a protective mask.
Stay home until you are well.
Sneeze into your elbow.
Avoid shaking hands with clients.
34
Which is BEST reasoning for why a dry manicure must be performed prior to nail tip application?
If any leftover nail polish is left on the nail, it will show through
Whatever is left on the nail will eventually cause the tip to lift
The client should be relaxed and enjoy the nail service
It is not necessary for a dry manicure
35
A pedicure includes all but which of the following
Treating a foot disease
Trimming and shaping the toes
Exfoliating skin
A foot massage
36
The list of services you are legally allowed to perform in your specialty in your state is known as your:
Limited liability practice
Scope of practice
Price list
Scope of business
37
The_____portion of your business plan should outline all of the research regarding the clients you will target.
Vision statement
Organizational plan
Mission statement
Marketing plan
38
It is recommended that you hold your hand piece like a:
Flashlight
Spoon
Pencil
Broom
39
The best way to ensure good adhesion of a nail enhancement product is to start with a ______ surface.
Clean
Roughed-up
Wet
Damp
40
You will know that someone in your industry has exhibited unethical behavior if they….
Advertise their business aggressively to customers.
Stay open longer hours to attract more customers.
Conceal information about products in order to sell them.
Price products below competitors to sell more.
41
Which is NOT a scenario where in nail resins are used
Providing a dip system color manicure
Extending the nails for special occasions
Permanently extending the nail
Repairing a crack in the natural nail
42
A wire that is not large enough to carry the electrical current passing through will ________.
Overheat
Electrocute the user
Save energy
Not power the device
43
The cuticle’s job is to ________.
Adhere the nail plate to the nail bed
Act as a protective barrier between the fingertip and free edge
Produce the nail plate cells
To seal the space between the nail plate and living skin above it
44
Among the safe lifting guidelines mentioned in the chapter, is to______.
Inhale when lifting
Keep feet about shoulder width apart
Left with your back, not your legs
Keep lifted objects a safe distance away from your body
45
In general,____beads are the index mix ratio for working with monomer liquids and polymer powders.
Damp
Medium
Wet
Dry
46
Manicuring is:
A basic skill that all cosmetologists are licensed to perform
The art of caring for and beautifying the hands and nails
The least popular service in the nail salon
The application and removal of nail polish
47
Which of these terms refers to a greatly increased or exaggerated allergic sensitivity?
Corium
Overexposure
Excoriation
Sensitization
48
What is an electrical safety device that is designed to prevent excessive current from passing through a circuit?
A circuit breaker
A non-conductor
A fuse
An ampere
49
On which part of the face is the nail technician MOST likely to experience skin allergies?
Forehead
Bridge of nose
Cheeks
Lips
50
The lower the water content in the nail, the ______ it becomes.
Less rigid
Darker in color
Lighter in color
More rigid
51
What is the difference between respiratory droplets an airborne transmission?
Respiratory droplets are smaller particles therefore they are more likely
Respiratory droplets do not stay in the air as long
Airborne transmission involves water particles there for less likely
Only airborne transmission is guaranteed to make individuals I’ll
52
The act of causing tiny unseen openings in the skin that may let in pathogenic microbes is called:
Microtrauma
Follicle entry
Macrotrauma
Pore opening
53
What is a condition that prohibits certain treatments called?
A catalyst
A contraindication
A cathode
A conductor
54
What is the power of the filing machine or its ability to keep turning when applying pressure during filing?
Vibration
RPM
Tolerance
Torque
55
The chemical process that takes place In living organisms, through which cells are nourished and carried out is called:
Respiration
Metacarpus
Patella
Metabolism
56
A_____is placed under the free edge of the natural nail and is used to guide the build of the nail extension.
Tip builder
Fiberglass shell
Extender
Nail form
57
What is the mix ratio for wet bead?
1 part mon. liquid to 1-1/2 parts poly. powder
1-2/2 parts mon. liquid to 1 part poly. powder
1 part Mon. liquid to 1 part poly. powder
2 parts monomer liquid to 1 part poly. powder
58
Which of the following should you focus on as you list former and current positions on your resume?
Responsibilities
Salary history
Achievement
Duties
59
It is recommended that you use a___buffer for finish filing, refining, and buffing.
Fine-grit
Medium-to coarse-grit
Medium-grit
Coarse-grit
60
A special additive designed to speed up chemical reactions is a/an:
Initiator
Catalyst
Acrylic
BPO
61
UV&LED nails differ from other nails, after the nail plate is prepped, each product applied to the nail plate requires:
Another layer of dehydrator
Exposing to UV and LED light
Medium and fine buffing
Repeat preparation
62
Which is TRUE of the length of nail extensions?
All five fingers should be the same length
The middle, index, and ring fingers should all be the same length
The middle finger should be the longest nail
The index and pinky should be the same
63
How has nail art impacted the nail technology industry?
Allowed nail techs to challenge state boards to expand their licenses
It has increased revenues by expanding the service menu
It has increased the amount of parasites that are transmitted
It has decreased the number of clients a nail tech can see in one day
64
Which of the following interactions is it BEST to determine the clients needs and how to achieve the desired results?
Service record
Client consulation
Client intake
Total look concept
65
When creating monomer liquid and polymer powder nail art, the perfect bead should be:
Oblong
Rough
Dull
Smooth
66
Which of the following is needed to perform a UV gel removal for hard gel?
Electric file
Alcohol
Acetone
Soap and water
67
Practicing diplomacy in your career in beauty and wellness shows that you are….
Emotionally stable.
Able to deliver messages in a kind way.
Motivated and driven to be successful.
Aggressive and assertive.
68
Hydrogen peroxide should never be mixed with bleach because ______.
It “discolors” more than light into the hair
It can potentially create a deadly gas
It dries out hair excessively
They become unpredictable in their use
69
When polishing the nails, a__is applied to prevent chipping and to give the nails a glossy look.
Base coat
Nail hardener
Top coat
Third layer of colored polish
70
In order to practice good electrical safety, which of the following should you always do?
Attempt to clean around electrical outlets while things are still running
Attempt to repair electrical appliances when they malfunction
Disconnect appliances when they are not in use
Twist electrical cords to protect against a short circuit
71
What is the pH scale used to measure?
Levels of oxygen
Acidity and alkalinity
Overexposure and underexposure
Levels of carbon dioxide
72
What was the biggest difference between nail technology of the early part to the twentieth century and the later part?
In the first part of the twentieth century, they used acrylic
Weekly manicures were not something the people did in either century
Nail technicians were taking color inspiration from movie stars
Nail enhancements such as acrylic tips, UV gel became more popular later on
73
Which of these is considered a natural nail service?
Fiberglass nail wrap
UV gel nail enhancement
Monomer liquid nail enhancement
Pedicures
74
Fumes are:
A blend of soot-like particles and vapors
The same thing as vapors
The liquid form of solid
Usually a result of freezing a liquid
75
The first reality of a service position is that your career revolves around which of the following?
Your boss
Your clients
You
The general public
76
Which of the following MOST accurately explains the relationship between direct and indirect transmission?
Direct & indirect transmission doesn’t require contact with another person
Both direct and indirect transmission requires contact with another person
Direct transmission does not require contact but indirect transmission does
Direct transmission requires contact, but indirect transmission does not
77
Any method of securing a layer of fabric on and around the nail tip is called a:
Silk wrap
Fiberglass wrap
Nail tip adhesive
Nail wrap
78
What is unique about dip systems?
They do not require the use of a nail dehydrator
Provides the client with an acrylic overlay and nail color all in one
They dry completely transparent and undetectable
They can be used with liquid monomer
79
What is NOT a characteristic of healthy skin?
Flexible
Slightly moist
Fine grained
Rigid
80
All of the following are examples of soft skills, EXCEPT_______.
Having good interpersonal skills
Being punctual
Having good study habits
Having a positive attitude
81
Which of the following is a common initiator?
Nail dehydrator
Acetone
Benzoyl peroxide
Hydrogen peroxide
82
Polymer gels:
Are removed by soaking in acetone
Do not require standard nail prep
Have a very thin viscosity
Are a mixture of polymer powders and hard gels
83
Which is TRUE of the difference between dermatitis and eczema?
There are multiple types or dermatitis, but only one type of eczema
Eczema appears swollen, red, and hot to the touch
Eczema is painful and itchy, whereas dermatitis can often appear as a rash
Eczema is not contagious, whereas dermatitis is.
84
Which of the following can cause a cumulative trauma disorder for the nail technician?
Excessive heat
Overuse of the wrong bit
Excessive dust
A bit that wobbles
85
If you are working on a description of the key strategic influences of your business, you expect those services to be…..
Your marketing plan
Your mission statement
Your financial documents
Your vision statement
86
What is the outermost layer of the skin
Dermis
Reticular layer
Epidermis
Subcutaneous layer
87
It’s is important for you to report all of your income, even cash tips that are not shown because__________.
You will increase the value of those tips in real dollars
You will increase the amount of SS benefits you’ll receive after retirement
You will get a bigger return on your taxes if you report
You will encourage future clients to tip more
88
Which of the following is true?
Press down the machine unlocks, reduce pressure the machine locks
Press down the machine decreases, reduce pressure the speed increases
Press down the machine speed increases, reducing pressure speed decreases
Press down the machine locks, reduce pressure the machine unlocks
89
What does a mission statement accomplish?
It’s shows the institution’s conscious effort to respect others.
It establishes the purpose and values of a institution.
It’s shows the instructions compulsion to do thing’s perfectly
It puts things off until tomorrow or a later date.
90
UV and LED bonding gels are used:
Only to repair a crack
In place of resin
To increase adhesion to the natural nail plate
Only when performing a maintenance service
91
A nail technician who is adept at using a nail file is likely to avoid:
Precise maintenance procedures
Consistency with shaping
Decreased risk of strain on the hand, wrist, elbow, and shoulder
Uneven surface buffing
92
To practice reflective listening, you should_____.
Try to remember what the client requested without asking them again.
Pretend to listen to the client and start concentrating on their styling.
Have someone listen to the client and then ask them what the client said.
Listen to the client and then repeat what you think the client told you.
93
In order to grow and reproduce, one of the things a cell needs is:
A complete lack of water
A supply of hydrogen
The ability to eliminate waste
Extreme cold
94
If you drop a tool or implement on the floor during a service, you should_____.
Immediately stop the service and ask your client to come back the next day
Immediately throw the implement or tool in the garbage
Quickly pick up the tool and continue with the service
Either replace the tool immediately or disinfect a tool prior to proceeding
95
Which of the following is an infectious condition?
Onycholysis
Tinea pedis
Skin psoriasis
Nail psoriasis
96
Which of the following is considered contact with non-intact skin, blood, body fluids or other infectious materials?
Efficacy
PPE
Exposure incident
Standard precaution
97
Over filing the nail will make it:
Excessively thick and porous
Excessively thick and smooth
Excessively thin and impermeable
Excessively thin and porous
98
As you become more experienced, you should see a reduction in which of the following?
The amount of money you earn
The number of services you preform in a given day
The number of clients you see
The amount of time it takes you to preform services
99
Which nail art technique involves creating a swirled effect with two or more colors?
Color graduation
Marbleizing
Color blocking
Color fading
100
Pressure in massage is usually directed from:
Insertion to origin
Origin to insertion
Belly to insertion
Belly to origin

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