Nails Tet Flashcards

(37 cards)

1
Q

Which part of the nail serves as a watertight seal that protects the matrix against infection?

A

The cuticle

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2
Q

The part of the nail that extends beyond the end of the finger is called?

A

Free edge

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3
Q
  1. The living tissue that overlies the nail plate on the side of the nail is known as the?
A

Perionychium

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4
Q
  1. The nail plate rests on which area of the nail?
A

Nail bed

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5
Q

The study of the structure and growth of the nails is called?

A

Onychology

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6
Q

A protein substance found in nails, skin and hair is?

A

Keratin

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7
Q

Another term for tenia pedis is?

A

Athletes foot

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8
Q

A loosening or separation of the nail is referred to as

A

Onycholysis

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9
Q

Another name for split or brittle nails is 

A

Onychorrehexis

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10
Q

Another term for a bitten and nails is

A

Onychophagy

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11
Q

Manicure refers to the cosmetic care of the

A

Hands and fingernails

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12
Q

The most common nail shape worn by men is I changed it because it was the wrong answer

A

Round

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13
Q

A benefit of massage is

A

Increase blood circulation to skin, tighter firmer muscles

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14
Q

A stroking or circular massage movement that is soothing a relaxing is

A

Effleurage

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15
Q
  1. A type of massage method that uses pressure on specific points of the hands and feet is known as:
A

Reflexology

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16
Q
  1. An essential oil that is seating and healing as:
17
Q
  1. What treatment soothes and moisturizes the skin?
A

Paraffin Treatment

18
Q

A polish technique that creates a natural looking affect on nails is called?

A

French-tip polish

19
Q

What type of light does no tip polish utilized to cure?

20
Q

A service that involves adding designs are accents to manicured nails is?

21
Q

Which of the following products helps prevent nails from splitting?

A

Nail strengthener

22
Q

An example of an exfoliate is?

A

Lotion (sloughing)

23
Q

Which implement is used to smooth out ridges on the nail plate?

24
Q

Too smooth, dry, flaky skin, or calluses on the feet, use a:

A

Foot pedal/file

25
Cuticles can be softened by soaking fingernails in a:
Finger bowl
26
Communicating with your client prior to and during the nail service will help you avoid misunderstandings and ensure:
Predictable results
27
Each of the following is a guideline to follow during the connect nail service essential, EXCEPT:
 Ask questions look for verbal cues
28
Ensuring your clients comfort during the service is important during which nail service essential?
29
In order to determine your clients level of satisfaction, look for verbal and nonverbal cues, and;
Request feedback
30
Which is not a method used to disinfect tools and equipment?
Heat
31
To clean metal tools begin by:
Removing debris
32
Which of the following items must be discarded after use on a nail service?
Single use item
33
All the following are personal care guidelines for salon, except:
34
When completing the client record after initial service, which of the following is not necessary to note?
Weather conditions
35
During a pedicure service, soak the clients feet for:
5 to 10 minutes
36
Of the actions listed, which one would occur first when performing the basic manicure
37
When is the massage performed during a manicure
After nail shaping before polishing nails