Nail Disorders and Diseases

The following are legal aspects of a cosmetologist’s job except….

• Beautification of skin on hands

• Preservation of health

• Prescribing

• Cleansing

Which is out of scope for a cosmetologist in a day spa?

• Advising a client to use a topical cream for toenail fungus

• Providing a hand massage

• Advising a client to see a doctor for complaints of pain under the nail

• Upselling a spa pedicure instead of a standard pedicure

Which is the best response of a cosmetologist to a client who has an unhealthy nail condition and is asking for manicure services?

• “Looks like you’ve got an infection here! If you use some antibiotic ointment for the next few days, then come back and I can work on your nails”

• “I’ll work on your nails today, but you need to see a doctor before your next appointment”

• “You definitely have cellulitis; I can’t work on you”

• “It appears you have an unhealthy nail condition; I will need written clearance from your doctor before I can work on your nails”

Which of the following is a general term for nay deformity or disease of the nails?

• Melanonychia

• Onychomadesis

• Onychia

• Onychosis

Wha this the medical term for fungal infections of the feet?

• Onychosis

• Onycholysis

• Tinea Pedis

• Tinea Corporis

In most cases, the cause of onychomadesis CANNOT be traced to…

• A healthy diet

• Severe systemic illness

• A localized infection

• Injuries to the matrix

Onychocryptosis is commonly known as….

• Ingrown nails

• Bruised nails

• A hangnail

• Bitten nails

Which of the following describes onycholysis?

• Ingrown nails

• Separation and falling off of the nail plate

• Injury or allergic reactions

• Fungal infection of the nail plate

A bacterial infection on the nail plate progresses from a yellow-green spot and

• Spreads in a vertical direction

• Gets lighter in color

• Spreads in a horizontal direction

• Gets darker in color

What is a common cause of ridged nails?

• Being younger

• Injury to the matrix

• Being older

• Lifestyle habits like gardening