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Chapter 14- The Study Of Nails Online Flashcards

1
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What is the skin that touches, overlaps and surrounds the nail?

A

perionychium

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The skin that touches, overlaps and surrounds the nail is the perionychium.

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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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matrix

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The nail matrix generates cells that harden as they move outward from the root to the nail.

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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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mantle

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The mantle is the deep pocket-like structure that holds the root and the matrix of the nail.

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The folds of skin on either side of the nail groove are called the:

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nail wall

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The folds of skin on either side of the nail groove are the nail wall.

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The lunula is the half-moon shape at the base of the nail that appears white due to a reflection of light at the point where the:

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nail matrix and nail bed meet

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The lunula is the half-moon shape at the base of the nail that appears white due to a reflection of light at the point where the nail matrix and nail bed meet.

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Jane accidentally closed the car door on her finger. The nail on that finger eventually fell off and one year later had not grown back. What nail structure has possibly been permanently distorted?

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matrix

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The growth of a new nail plate takes approximately 4 to 6 months.

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What is the average growth rate of nails in adults?

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1/8” (.3 cm) per month

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The average growth of nails is ⅛” (.3 cm) per month in adults.

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Under normal conditions, the growth of a new nail plate takes approximately:

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4 to 6 months

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The growth of a new nail plate takes approximately 4 to 6 months.

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Any disease, disorder or condition of the nail is called:

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onychosis

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Onychosis is any disease, disorder or condition of the nail.

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10
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Nails with a sign of disease require:

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referral to a physician

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Nails with a sign of disease require referral to a physician.

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The technical name for the disease referred to as ringworm of the nail is:

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onychomycosis

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The technical name for the disease referred to as ringworm of the nail is onychomycosis.

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12
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All of the following descriptions identify possible causes of paronychia EXCEPT:

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systemic disease

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Paronychia may be caused by a bacterial infection, an infected hangnail or prolonged exposure of hands to water.

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13
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Tinea pedis appears as itching and peeling of the skin on the feet and the client must be:

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referred to a physician

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Tinea pedis appears as itching and peeling of the skin on the feet, and the client must be referred to a physician.

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14
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Onychia is an inflammation of the:

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nail matrix

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Onychia is an inflammation of the nail matrix.

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Indented vertical lines down the nail plate that may be caused by illness or injury are called:

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furrows

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Indented vertical lines down the nail plate that may be caused by illness or injury are called furrows.

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16
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Trimming toenails straight across can help avoid:

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ingrown toenails

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Trimming toenails straight across can help avoid ingrown toenails.

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White spots on the nail caused by an injury in which a small separation occurs between the nail and the nail bed is called:

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leuconychia

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Leuconychia are white spots on the nail caused by an injury in which a small separation occurs between the nail and the nail bed.

18
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What condition results when the cuticle becomes overly dry and splits?

A

hangnail

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A hangnail results when the cuticle becomes overly dry and splits.

19
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Which of the following conditions refers to an excess of living skin attached to the nail plate that disrupts normal nail growth?

A

pterygium

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Pterygium is a condition that refers to an excess of living skin attached to the nail plate that disrupts normal nail growth.

20
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A thickening of the nail plate or an abnormal outgrowth of the nail is called:

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onychauxis

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A thickening of the nail plate or an abnormal outgrowth of the nail is called onychauxis.

21
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What would be the correct response if a client arrives for a manicure and exhibits signs of onychophagy?

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offer to perform a weekly nail service, including polish

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Offer to perform weekly nail service, including polish, if a client arrives for a manicure and exhibits signs of onychophagy.

22
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What is the nail condition that can be indicated by a yellow-green spot that turns black and begins to smell bad?

A

nail fungus

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Nail fungus can be indicated by a yellow-green spot that turns black and smells bad.

23
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Onychorrhexis is a term indicating:

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split or brittle nails

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Onychorrhexis is a term indicating split or brittle nails.

24
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Upon discovery of a nail fungus on a client’s hands or feet, a cosmetologist needs to:

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refer client to a physician

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Disinfect implements with a broad spectrum disinfectant after a blood spill has occurred.

25
Q

An implement that shortens, shapes and smoothes rough edges of natural nails is called a(n):

A

emery board

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An emery board shortens, shapes and smoothes rough edges of natural nails.

26
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How should implements involved in a blood spill incident be handled?

A

disinfect implements with a broad spectrum disinfectant

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Disinfect implements with a broad spectrum disinfectant after a blood spill has occurred.

27
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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 implements with soap and water then place in disinfectant

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Wash implements with soap and water before placing in disinfectant.

28
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When removing polish from the nails, work from:

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base to tip

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When removing nail polish, work from the base to the tip.

29
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Nail drills should be used only on:

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artificial nails

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Nail drills should be used only on artificial nails.

30
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Nail wraps can be made of fiberglass, linen, nylon and:

A

silk

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Nail wraps can be made of fiberglass, silk, linen and nylon.

31
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To ensure the adhesion of acrylic product to the nail which of the following should be used?

A

primer

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A primer is used to ensure the adhesion of acrylic product to the nail.

32
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A sticky, tacky substance used to bond the plastic tip to a natural nail is the:

A

adhesive

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Adhesive bonds a plastic tip to a natural nail; specially formulated for the nail industry; tacky (sticky) substance.

33
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Because nail product vapors are flammable:

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smoking should not be allowed in the salon

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Do not allow smoking in the salon, as vapors from nail products are flammable.

34
Q

Wear protective goggles when:

A

using adhesive and filing acrylic nails

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Wear protective goggles when using adhesive and filing acrylic nails.

35
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A dehydrant is used to help remove moisture and oil and to prevent the growth of:

A

fungus

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A dehydrant is used to help remove moisture and oil and to prevent the growth of fungus.

36
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The overlay is created with acrylic powder called a polymer and a liquid called a(n):

A

monomer

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The overlay is created with a combination of acrylic powder called a polymer and a liquid called a monomer.

37
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Only non-acetone polish removers should be used with:

A

sculptured nails

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Only non-acetone polish removers should be used with sculptured nails.

38
Q

Fill-in services for acrylic nail services should be booked approximately every:

A

2 weeks

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Fill-in services for acrylic nails should be booked approximately every 2 weeks.

39
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Woven materials that are applied to the natural nails or nails with tips to add strength are known as:

A

nail wraps

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Nail wraps are woven materials that are applied to the natural nails or nails with tips to add strength.

40
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An implement that shortens, shapes and smoothes rough edges of natural nails is called a(n):

A

emery board

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An emery board shortens, shapes and smoothes rough edges of natural nails.

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