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Chapter 6 Manicuring

Total questions: 66

Worksheet time: 33mins

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Class
Date
1.

Manicure is:

a)

the application and removal of nail polish

b)

the least popular service in the nail salon

c)

a basic skill that all cosmetologists are licensed to perform

d)

the art of caring for and beautifying the hands and nails

2.

Which of the following is TRUE about manicures?

a)

All clients can receive manicure services.

b)

Nails and hands do not receive much attention in our society.

c)

Manicures are a basic skill that requires little training and practice.

d)

As fashion changes continuously, so do nail trends.

3.

The list of services that you are legally allowed to perform in your specialty in your state is known as your:

a)

price list

b)

scope of practice

c)

business scope

d)

limited liability

4.

If you are licensed as a nail technician in one state:

a)

you can probably work in other states without registering with their licensing boards

b)

you are also licensed to perform beauty and wellness services and makeup application

c)

you may not necessarily be licensed in another state

d)

you are licensed in all 50 states of the United States

5.

You can usually find details about the scope of practice for nail technicians in your state:

a)

by visiting the district court offices

b)

by asking coworkers

c)

online

d)

in newspapers

6.

The client's manicure chair should have:

a)

wheels and high armrests

b)

no wheels and high armrests

c)

no wheels and low armrests

d)

wheels and low armrests

7.

When choosing a manicure table, select a table that:

a)

is no more than 16 inches wide

b)

is no more than 36 inches long

c)

has an impenetrable surface, such as glass

d)

has no drawers or shelves

8.

Which of the following would NOT be an appropriate ventilation system for Kayla's salon?

a)

ventilated table with filters

b)

powerful fans and open windows

c)

local exhaust ventilation system

d)

portable downdraft ventilation machine

9.

Electric dryers use ____ to speed up the evaporation of solvents in nail polishes.

a)

an automatic mist of drying agents

b)

heaters and fans

c)

cold air fans

d)

heat generated by a lamp

10.

It is recommended that you use a ____ in the adjustable lamp that is attached to your manicure table.

a)

12-watt bulb

b)

75 to 100-watt incandescent bulb

c)

40 to 60-watt incandescent bulb

d)

UV bulb

11.

The nail technician's chair should be selected for comfort, durability, stain resistance, ease of cleaning, and:

a)

ergonomics

b)

structure

c)

aesthetic design

d)

size and weight

12.

The client's arm cushion:

a)

should be left uncovered, but disinfected after each client

b)

should be covered with plastic wrap or wax paper

c)

should only be covered if the client requests it

d)

should be covered with a clean, fresh towel for each client

13.

Which is the LEAST important aspect to consider when selecting a chair for the nail technician?

a)

Is it easy to clean?

b)

Does it have ergonomic properties?

c)

Is it durable?

d)

Does it have four wheels or five?

14.

What is the BEST dust mask to use in the salon?

a)

round, with an N-95 rating

b)

triangular, with an N-95 rating

c)

round, with a P-100 rating

d)

triangular, with a P-100 rating

15.

Which of the following is NOT typically done with tweezers?

a)

removing implements from the disinfectant solution

b)

trimming dead skin from the cuticle

c)

picking up and placing nail art

d)

lifting small bits of debris from the nail plate

16.

The term ____ refers to all the permanent tools used to perform manicure services, apart from implements.

a)

supplies

b)

equipment

c)

professional nail cosmetic products

d)

materials

17.

A ____ is designed to gently scrape the cuticle tissue from the natural nail plate.

a)

file

b)

buffer

c)

metal pusher

d)

nipper

18.

Disposable implements should be discarded:

a)

at the end of the day

b)

after a single use

c)

after several uses

d)

when they start to deteriorate

19.

How long does it take to properly clean and disinfect implements after each use?

a)

5 minutes

b)

15 to 20 minutes

c)

30 to 45 minutes

d)

10 minutes

20.

What material are multi-use implements generally made of?

a)

brass

b)

stainless steel

c)

nickel

d)

plastic

21.

Which of the following materials must be cleaned and disinfected before being used on another client?

a)

nail clippers

b)

cuticle oil brush

c)

natural hair nail brushes

d)

wooden pusher

22.

Which organization defines when personal protective equipment (PPE) should be used?

a)

FDA

b)

American Red Cross

c)

individual state licensing agencies

d)

OSHA

23.

It is recommended to use ____ terry towels in a personal service.

a)

white

b)

off-white

c)

brown

d)

yellow

24.

When should a new pair of gloves be used?

a)

every few hours

b)

for each client

c)

every day

d)

every week

25.

A nail file with a grit of 200 would be considered:

a)

grit abrasive

b)

fine grit

c)

medium grit

d)

non-abrasive

26.

OSHA defines ____ as "specialized clothing or equipment worn by an employee for protection against a hazard."

a)

PPE

b)

BBP

c)

HIV

d)

HBV

27.

What is a fine-grit abrasive used for?

a)

to polish, shine, and remove scratches

b)

to shorten natural nails

c)

to quickly reduce the thickness of a surface

d)

to etch the nail

28.

Which of the following is NOT a form of nail conditioner?

a)

lotion

b)

cream

c)

dehydrator

d)

oil

29.

Which of the following is TRUE about the relationship between acetone-based removers and non-acetone removers?

a)

Non-acetone removers work much faster than acetone-based removers; however, acetone-based removers are safer to use.

b)

Acetone-based removers and non-acetone removers cannot be used interchangeably and are formulated for very specific uses.

c)

Acetone-based removers do not have additional ingredients in their formulations and are therefore more dangerous than non-acetone formulas.

d)

Acetone-based removers work faster and are better solvents than non-acetone removers; however, non-acetone removers are preferred for removing polish from wraps.

30.

Which of the following is NOT a term for colored coatings (nail polish) applied to the natural nail plate?

a)

silicone

b)

enamel

c)

lacquer

d)

polish

31.

The protein hardener is a combination of:

a)

colored nail polish and protein

b)

formaldehyde and protein

c)

clear nail polish and protein

d)

acetone and protein

32.

Cuticle removers are usually caustic, which means that:

a)

they have a high pH

b)

they have no pH

c)

they have a neutral pH

d)

they have a low pH

33.

All base coats, top coats, nail polishes, and hardeners:

a)

can help in removing dead skin from the cuticle

b)

are highly flammable

c)

improve hydration

d)

are moisturizing

34.

A general rule with abrasive nail files is that the lower the grit:

a)

the smaller the abrasive particles and the more aggressive its action

b)

the larger the abrasive particles and the less aggressive its action

c)

the smaller the abrasive particles and the less aggressive its action

d)

the larger the abrasive particles and the more aggressive its action

35.

Which type of nail polish remover is the best solvent?

a)

non-acetone

b)

alcohol

c)

acetone

d)

formaldehyde

36.

____ is a colorless, flammable liquid, miscible with water, alcohol, and ether, and has a sweet odor or burnt taste.

a)

collagen

b)

dimethyl urea

c)

acetone

d)

paraffin

37.

What should the nail technician do immediately after performing the hand and arm massage?

a)

Ask the client to wash their hands with soap and water.

b)

Apply clear nail polish to the client's nails.

c)

Clean the client's nails with nail polish remover.

d)

Escort the client to the reception to pay.

38.

Blake has been coming to see Mariah every two weeks for a manicure for several years. As a regular client, Blake should get used to ____ before arriving at Mariah's station.

a)

moisturizing his hands

b)

washing his hands

c)

cutting his nails

d)

updating his service record card

39.

When performing a basic manicure, after removing the client's nail polish, it is recommended that you use your ____ to shape the nails as agreed with the client.

a)

wooden pusher

b)

abrasive file

c)

nail scissors

d)

nail clippers

40.

The pointed nail is narrower and longer than usual to emphasize and enhance:

a)

hands with short and chubby fingers

b)

wide hands with long fingers

c)

wide hands with short fingers

d)

the slender appearance of the hands

41.

When performing a basic manicure, it is recommended that you use ____ to clean under the free edge of the nail.

a)

a cotton swab

b)

nippers

c)

a metal pusher

d)

gauze soaked in acetone

42.

When performing a basic manicure, it is recommended to start with:

a)

the little finger of the client's left hand

b)

the little finger of the client's right hand

c)

the thumb of the client's right hand

d)

the thumb of the client's left hand

43.

If your client feels heat or a sharp burning sensation while you are filing or buffing, you should:

a)

buff more times between lifting the buffer from the surface

b)

lower the buffing speed

c)

increase the pressure

d)

increase the buffing speed

44.

It is recommended that you work so that your basic manicure procedure, including polishing, takes ____ before you leave your school environment.

a)

30 to 45 minutes

b)

90 minutes

c)

20 minutes

d)

45 to 60 minutes

45.

It is essential to wash your hands before and after each client in order to:

a)

soften the skin

b)

prevent the spread of diseases

c)

moisturize the skin

d)

rinse off any spilled product

46.

When polishing nails, a ____ is applied to prevent them from chipping and to give them a shiny, finished appearance.

a)

nail hardener

b)

top coat

c)

base coat

d)

third layer of colored polish

47.

When applying nail polish, you should hold the brush at an angle of approximately ____.

a)

45-50 degrees

b)

30-35 degrees

c)

75-90 degrees

d)

15-20 degrees

48.

After applying the top coat, how long should clients keep their hands under the nail dryer?

a)

15 minutes

b)

5 minutes

c)

10 minutes

d)

60 seconds

49.

How many coats are recommended to apply when polishing women's nails?

a)

1

b)

4

c)

5

d)

2

50.

What is the recommended method for mixing nail polish in the bottle?

a)

Roll the bottle between your palms.

b)

Stir the bottle with a thin wooden or metal pusher.

c)

Shake the bottle up and down.

d)

Shake the bottle from left to right.

51.

At which point in the manicure should you have the client select a nail polish color, pattern, or style?

a)

after the application of cuticle remover

b)

after the preservice procedure

c)

after the paraffin treatment

d)

before the manicure begins

52.

The MOST successful nail polish application is achieved by using four coats, including ____.

a)

one base coat, two coats of polish color, and one topcoat

b)

one base coat, one coat of polish color, and two top coats

c)

two coats of polish color and two top coats

d)

two base coats, one coat of polish color, and one topcoat

53.

Which polish method is MOST likely to result in an even application?

a)

a thick line of color down each side of the nail, making sure they meet in the middle

b)

three brush strokes to fill the nail, then one thick line of polish down the center

c)

a light stroke down the middle of the nail, and then one of each side

d)

filling the lower half of the nail with color, to the cuticle, then quick brush strokes of the top half of the nail

54.

Rebecca had a traditional manicure two days ago and had her nails polished with a pretty, iridescent lilac shade. Today, she notices that the polish of her nails is uneven and seems to be lifting away at the bottom of the nail. What is the MOST likely reason for this effect?

a)

The nail technician used a matter topcoat instead of a shiny topcoat on Rebecca`s nails.

b)

The nail technician applied three coats of the colored polish, followed by a shiny top coat.

c)

The nail technician applied too few coats of polish and painted it all the way down Rebecca`s nail, so that is touched the eponychium.

d)

The nail technician applied nail dehydrator two times before laying down the base coat.

55.

During the consultation, Robert and the nail technician decide that a natural look is best. Which of the following will meet Robert`s needs?

a)

square nails

b)

round nails

c)

squoval nails

d)

pointed nails

56.

Which nail shape do clients looking for a natural look typically prefer for a manicure?

a)

oval

b)

pointed

c)

round

d)

squoval

57.

Which is the recommended manicure for a client who prefers nails closest to their natural appearance?

a)

shorter nails and clear or no polish

b)

an extended massage using scented essential oils

c)

square nails and a short hand massage

d)

round nails and a dark colored polish

58.

A client does not request colored polish, so the technician can just use a:

a)

medium-grit buffer

b)

coarse-grit buffer

c)

high-shine buffer

d)

nail hardener

59.

The massage portion for clients that omit the colored polish of a manicure can include:

a)

a longer portion if time permits and the client wants that

b)

a sports-style massage

c)

varying degrees of firmness and essential oils

d)

deep-tissue massage

60.

How should the nail technician end a men`s manicure appointment?

a)

Suggest a colored nail polish.

b)

Ask the client to wash his hands.

c)

Offer extended massage services.

d)

Suggest a pedicure or ask to schedule a future appointment.

61.

During the massage portion of the manicure, Mariah places her hands around Blake`s arm and gently twists in opposite directions, like she is wringing out a washcloth. Which type of massage movement is Mariah performing?

a)

friction

b)

vibration

c)

tapotement

d)

effleurage

62.

During the massage, you should talk:

a)

about retail products that might be of interest to the client

b)

only once, to ask if your touch should be more or less firm

c)

about current events

d)

about whatever the client wants to dicuss

63.

Which type of massage involves manipulating or pressing one layer of tissue over another?

a)

friction

b)

tapotement

c)

vibration

d)

effleurage

64.

Which type of massage is also known as kneading?

a)

petrissage

b)

friction

c)

tapotement

d)

vibration

65.

The final movement of a massage is called:

a)

friction

b)

tapotement

c)

petrissage

d)

feathering

66.

Effleurage movements should be:

a)

choppy, intense, and predictable

b)

smooth, intense, and predictable

c)

abrupt, intense, and unpredictable

d)

smooth, gentle, and predictable