Midterm Flashcards by Kylie Merwin

Nail care is a specialty in which field?

Cosmetology

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Which of the following qualities should you embody in order to be an ethical person?
A) Integrity
B) Drive
C) Motivation
D) Savviness

A) Integrity

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Nails are part of what system?
A) Nervous system
B) Muscle System
C) Integumentary system
D) Skeletal System

C) Integumentary System

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If you asked 5 different people to define professionalism, you would likely ______________.

5 different answers

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What part of the natural nail unit protects the tips of the finger and toes?
A) Skin
B) Nail Folds
C) Matrix
D) Nail Plate

D) Nail Plate

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What might be confused with the eponychium?
A) Hyponychium
B) The nail cuticle
C) Ligaments
D) Nail Fold

B) Nail Cuticle

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The natural nail itself is technically referred to as the:
A) Matrix
B) Nail Plate
C) Nail Folds
D) Onyx

D) Onyx

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The ________ is composed mainly of keratin.

Onyx

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Characteristics of a normal healthy nail?
A) Mushy to the touch
B) Peach in color
C) Firm and flexible
D) Flexible and purple hue in color

C) Firm and Flexible

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Which of the following is not part of the nail unit?
A) Distal Phalanx
B) Stem Cells
C) Onyx
D) Stratum Corneum

C) Onyx

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The lateral nail fold is also known as ___________.

Sidewalls

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Which of the following following is TRUE of the qualities that demonstrate professionalism?
A) You will only bring them to certain jobs and only to select clients
B) They include only appearance, confidence and integrity
C) They will become the template through which you shape your career
D) There is no way to know which qualities these are in yourself

C) They will become the template through which you shape your career

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What are 4 modes of pathogen transmission?

Indirect, Direct, Airbone, Respiratory

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Within seven ________, someone will establish eleven __________ of you.

Second, Impressions

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Why is it important to take your temperature as part of effectively communicating in the workplace?
A) because when you do, you trust our judgment
B) because if you’re tired or upset, your interactions with clients might be affected
C) because some clients are clear about what they want, but others might not be
C) because when you do, you stick to what you believe is right

B) because if you’re tired or upset, your interactions with clients might be affected

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Behavior that improves the quality of your professional image through specific methods for conducting and representing yourself.. ________

Image Enhancers

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The process of caring for parts of the body and maintaining an overall polished look. _________

Grooming

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Which vitamin enables the body to properly absorb and use calcium?

Vitamin D

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A person who has an issue with blood clotting may have trouble with what vitamin?

Vitamin K

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There are many places or people where or to whom you can turn to find the list of services that you are legally allowed to perform in your state. Which of the following is NOT one of these people or places?
A) SOP
B) Instructor
C) Online
D) Manager

D) Manager

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What is the biggest consequence that could happen if your client is harmed with you perform an illegal service?
A) you will be personally liable
B) You will be professional liable
C) You will be liable, personally and professionally
D) You will be protected by the salon’s insurance

C) You will be liable, personally and professionally

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If your clients has this special consideration, move any obstruction or tripping hazard.

Limited Mobility

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A person with brown eyes, dark hair, olive skin and Greek heritage, who burns moderately is on which of the Fitzpatrick scale?

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What is it called when the skin has prolonged exposure to certain ingredients, including a histamine response?

Allergen Contact Dermatitis

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Which of the following could you recommend to male clients who do not want a polished look? A) Buffed Nails B) Clear Gloss C) Enhancements D) French Manicure

A) Buffed Nails

Which implement is best to use around the edges of the big toenail plate? A) Toenail Clippers B) Toenail Nippers C) Curette D) Nail Rasp

C) Curette

In which application of paraffin treatment would you use commercial gloves? A) Spray B) Cheesecloth C) One time use gloves D) Painted on

C) One time use gloves

The discussion with the client determines the client’s needs and how to achieve the desired results is the ________.

Consultation

__________ is the FIRST step in making meaningful on the job communication a reality.

Behaving in a professional manner

Best sources of vitamin B EXCEPT: A) Soy B) Seafood C) Bananas D) Leafy Greens

A) Soy

Piles of materials on the skin surface such as crust or scab, or by depression in the skin surface, such as an ulcer. A) Primary Lesions B) Pigmentation Disorder C) Skin Aging D) Secondary Lesions

D) Secondary Lesions

Fungal infection of the nail plate. Consist of whitish patches that can be scraped off the surface of the nail.

Onychomycosis

Separation of the nail plate and bed, often due to injury or allergic reactions

Onycholysis

Bitten Nails

Onychophagy

(AKA Onychia) is an inflammation of the matrix and shedding of the nail caused by infection or injury.

Onychosis

Ingrown nails on either hands or feet.

Onychocryptosis

Abnormal split or brittle nails appearing as surface roughness on the nail plate

Onychorrhexis

Separation and falling off a nail plate from the nail bed in either fingernail or toenails. Can be caused by infection, injury to the matrix; a systemic illness; or a medical procedure such as chemotherapy

ONychomadasis

A person whose internal temperature is about 98.6 degrees has what proper skin function?

Heat Regulation

The nail plate has approximately how many layers?

50 Layers

What is cleaning?

Mechanical - removes visible dirt

What is Disinfecting?

Chemical - kills organisms

What is Sterilizing?

Kills all microbial life, including spores

5 types of organisms important to a beauty professions:

Bacteria Viruses Biofilm Parasites Fungi

What are standard precautions? A) Created as part of the US Departments of Labor B) The Environmental Protection Agency C) Guidance by the CDC to Assume any human is infectious D) Establishes guidelines for regulatory agencies to make rules

C) Guidance by the CDC to Assume any human is infectious

Which type disorder is associated with visible redness, pain, swelling, broken skin or pus? A) Hangnails B) Infected finger C) Leukonychia D) Melanonychia

B) Infected Finger

What can affect the shape or thickness of the nail plate? A) Damage to the matrix will affect the shape and thickness of the plate B) Increased levels of vitamin C can increase the thickness of the matrix C) Post Pregnancy can decrease the thickness and shape of the nail plate D) Children have thicker nail plate than adults

A) Damage to the matrix will affect the shape and thickness of the plate

Which of the following is NOT true for a healthy professional? A) Maintaining a strong, healthy body directly affects the health of one’s practice B) Intake of proper daily nutrients needed by the body is beneficial for practitioners and their clients C) Take a sick day should be avoided at all costs whenever possible D) Avoiding work related injures should be done through care and ergonomics

C) Take a sick day should be avoided at all costs whenever possible

Because of ________, the human body is able to resist and destroy pathogens and response to infection.

Immunity

What is the BEST prevention for many of the bone and joint pain associated with being a beauty professional?

Proper Ergonomics

Approximately what percentage of American’s are chronically dehydrated?

75%

What is the best defense against physical problems of the hands, wrist, shoulders, neck, back, feet and legs?

Ergonomics

What was introduced in 1950’s as a natural nail enhancement that used fiber like paper?

Juliette Wraps

When did weekly manicures become popular?

1940’s

Who invented the first ridge filler?

Jeff Pink

What did some Ancient Greek apply to their nails to add color?

Flower Petals and Pollen

Which period follows the Middle Ages?

Ancient Inca

Compounds that help regulate many vital body processes, including the digestion, absorption, and metabolism of other nutrients.

Vitamins

Broken down to glucose to provide energy

Carbohydrates

Nutrients the body uses to build and maintain it’s cells and tissues, and build muscle

Proteins

Every function in the body needs it and 50-70% body weight

Water

What should you wear when using callus softener?

Gloves and Safety Glasses

When scheduling a pedicure, advise your client NOT to shave their legs for _______ hours prior to her appointment.

Some callus softeners are _____ and potentially hazardous

Alkaline

You may want to cool down the heat for this treatment for clients who a sensitive to heat

Paraffin Treatment

What is the manipulation of the soft tissues of the body called?

Massage

Perspiration from the sweat glands is exerted through the skin. Water last through perspiration also removes salts, minerals, and other chemical substances is what primary function of the skin?

Excretion

By stimulating different types of sensory nerve endings, the skin can respond to heat, cold, touch, pressure and pain is what function of the skin?

Sensation

Absorption of cosmetics is limited to the surface layers of the epidermis because of their molecule size is what function of the skin?

Absorption

The skin is a highly efficient barrier that protects the body from injury; bacterial, fugal and viral invasion; or absorption of harmful substances is what function of the skin?

Protection

Sebum is an oil secreted by the sebaceous glands. This oil lubricates the skin, keeping it soft and pliable is what function of the skin?

Secretion

The skin protects the body from the environment while helping to maintain s constant internal temperature for about 98.6 degrees is what function of the skin?

Heat Regulation

If a person cannot sweat, that person has a problem with what?

Excretion

Products formaulated with vitamins A and C related to which function of the skin?

Absorption

Excessive water in the body can create what condition?

Water Intoxication

Which of the following tools is designed to gently scrape cuticle tissue from the natural nail plate? A) Tweezers B) Nail Brush C) Wooden Pusher D) Metal Pusher

D) Metal Pusher

Which implement is considered to be invaluable and time saving as week as an important preventive tool for ingrown toenails? A) Toenail Clippers B) Toenail Nippers C) Curette D) Nail Rasp

D) Nail Rasp

If you get sick as a result to overexposure

When an individual’s immune system prevents transmission, it ______.

Prevents illness

If you get sick as a result to overexposure to chemical at the workplace, you have contracted a(n) ________

Occupational Disease

What would be the MOST likely reason that your client has an allergic or irritant reaction?

Prolonged or repeated direct skin contact

Deeper layer of the dermis that is home to oil glands and elastin.

Reticular Layer

The mission statement often becomes the ______ of an organization.

Cultural Pulse

Why should one NOT neglect physical activity? A) Physical activity is on your todo list B) Exercise and recreation stimulate clear thinking C) Physical activity is a long term goal D) Exercise and recreation are short term goals

B) Exercise and recreation stimulate clear thinking

What is the relationship between UV rays and skin aging? A) UVA and UVB rays break down collagen B) UVA and UVB rays penetrate the epidermis and affect melanocytes C) UVA rays break down collagen; UVB rays penetrate the epidermis and affect melanocytes D) UVA rays penetrate the epidermis and affect melanocytes; UVB rays break down collagen

C) UVA rays break down collagen; UVB rays penetrate the epidermis and affect melanocytes

What is the potential problem of a callus shave blade?

Could cause infection

What are various strokes that manipulate or press one layer of tissue over another?

Friction

What are the 3 part nail care procedure for a service?

Pre-service Service Post-service

According to the formula in the text, how many cups of water per day does a 160 pound person need for maximum physical health? A) 6 B) 8 C) 10 D) 12

C) 10

_______ is the identification of long term and short term goals

Goal setting

Approximately how much fluid does the human body require each day?

2 liters

Which of the following is one of the 10 general guidelines to keep in mind in social media marketing?

Always respond

Which of the following is NOT one of the image enhancers named in the text? A) Soft Skills B) Work Ethic C) Customer Service D) Personal Hygiene

D) Personal Hygiene

The history of nail technology describes:

An evaluation of products, tools and technology

Royal Babylonian tombs dating back to 3200 BC have included lavish solid gold ________ for the hands and feet

Nail care implements

To become an MNY, you are required to take specialty courses and complete an internship under the direction of a ________.

Podiatrist

In addition to selling products, a ________ provides information about new products, trends, and techniques to nail salons.

Distributor Sales Consultant

_____ are needed for many functions, including hormones, sebum production and absorption of vitamins.

Fats

Inheriting a resistance to a particular disease from your mother is an example of _____ immunity.

Natural

The key to avoiding musculoskeletal disorders is ______.

Prevention

Allergies are ______ of the immune system.

Hypersensitivity Disorders

It is most important to consider one’s ________ and ________ when choosing what to wear to work.

Body type, shape

Soft skills are also called _________

Communication skills

Nonverbal communication is the communication expressed by body language, facial expression, gestures and ______

Eye Contact

_____ involves taking prides i your work and committing yourself to consistently doing an excellent job. A) Time management B) Work Ethic C) Communication D) Personal Grooming

B) Work Ethic

______ is the for step in making meaning in on the job communicating a reality. A) Being honest and sensitive B) Remaining objective C) Treating everyone with respect D) Behaving in a professional manner

D) Behaving in a professional manner

To establish a professional image on social media, it is acceptable to ______.

Post helpful content

A proactive method for moving toward a successful career is to approach your employee evaluation sessions with a _______

Positive Attitude

What is considered a legal document?

Intake Form

What is true for listening?

It is the best relationship builder

Why is customer service important in beauty and wellness professions?

It’s essential to success

Pathogenic bacteria may produce ______.

Disease

Colonies of microorganism that adhere to environmental surfaces are called _____. A) Biofilms B) Fungi C) Biomasses D) Layered Contaminants

A) Biofilms

All disinfectants are _____ in the presence of oils, lotion, creams and dust A) Inactivated B) Activated C) Increased D) Streghtened

A) Inactivated

______ are a form of formaldehyde, have a very high pH, and can damage the skin and eyes.

Phenolic Disinfectant

Result oriented spa manicures are also sometimes called ______.

Treatment Manicure

A metal pusher is NOT ______

To be used to use back the eponychium

The regulations for performing nail services within your state help you map your ______

Scope of Practice

The deepest living layer of the epidermis is the stratum ______.

Germinativum

The papillary layer accounts for ____ percent of the dermis.

10 - 20

The ______ is the clear, transparent layer just under the skin’s surface; it consists of small oval shaped cells through which light can pass.

Stratum Lucidum

______ nerve fibers are distributed to the sweat and oil glands of the skin and regulate the excretion of perspiration from the sweat glands.

Secretory

______ glands are usually associated with our hair follicles, underarms and genitals.

Apocrine

The nail folds from the nail _____ on each side of the nail

Grooves

The ______ is the entire flap of skin covering the matrix, tending from the edge of the visible nail plate to the first joint of the finger.

Proximal nail fold

The ______ becomes strongly adhered to the nail plate while still underneath the proximal nail fold and pull away and adheres to the upper surface of the nail plate as it grows outward.

Cuticle

Separation and falling off the nail plate from the nail bed in either fingernails or toenails is a result of A) Onchosis B) ONychomadasis C) Paranychia D) Pyogenic Granloma

B) ONychomadasis

The nail bed contains many nerves and is attached to the nail plate by a thin layer of tissue allied the ______

Bed Epithelium

Allergies are ______ of the immune system.

Hypersensitivity Disorders

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