Test Chapter 20: Manicuring

Why is it important to know the scope of work on your license?

• Regulations differ for every state.

• Regulations are the same in every state and country.

• Regulations are the same in every state but vary by country.

• State regulations only apply to a selected set of states.

Which of the following pieces of equipment should be selected for ergonomics, comfort, durability, resistance to staining, and ease of cleaning?

• manicure table

• finger bowl

• cosmetologist’s chair

• supply tray

Which piece of equipment is used to kill microorganisms and their spores and sterilize implements and tools?

• autoclave

• disinfection container

• UV lights

• LED lights

Which of the following multiuse implements should be used to remove dead skin?

• nail nippers

• tweezers

• nail clippers

• metal pusher

Which tool is shaped like a two-sided nail file and creates shine on nails?

• plastic-backed pads

• medium-grit abrasives

• buffer

• wooden pusher

Julie is working on a client’s manicure and grabs a spatula to remove product from its container. Julie accidently touches her client’s hand with the plastic spatula. What should she do?

• Julie should wash the spatula.

• Julie should throw out the spatula.

• Julie should give the client the spatula to take home.

• Julie should continue to use the spatula for only that product.

Few all-natural products are commercially available. What is an alternative when a client requests all-natural products?

• Offer a waterless manicure.

• Offer a treatment that mixes both natural and man-made products.

• Mix your own products from fresh ingredients in small batches each day.

• Mix your own products from fresh ingredients in large batches for use through the week.

Which of the following is considered personal protective equipment?

• lower-grit abrasives

• plastic-backed pads

• gloves

• terry cloth towels

Which of the following abrasives is used to shorten and shape natural nails?

• lower-grit abrasives

• medium-grit abrasives

• fine-grit abrasives

• no abrasives

How would you handle your gloves during a manicure and pedicure appointment for the same client?

• You should use different gloves for each service.

• You can use the same gloves for each service as long as it is for the same client.

• You can use the same gloves for each service as long as you wash the gloves between services.

• Wearing gloves for two services in a row would be drying for a tech’s hand; in this case, wash your hands thoroughly, but there is no need to wear gloves for each service.