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Final Review Exam

Total questions: 150

Worksheet time: 1hrs 15mins

Name
Class
Date
1.

How would you recommend a person make his or her nail plate grow thicker?

a)

Regular manicures can make the nail plate grow thicker over time.

b)

Nothing can make the nail plate grow thicker

c)

Pregnancy typically helps the nail plate grow thicker

d)

A healthy diet and exercise can help the nail plate grow thicker

2.

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

a)

Irritant contact dermatitis

b)

Allergic contact dermatitis

c)

Dermatitis

d)

Contact dermatitis

3.

What type of skin inflammation appears as silver-white scales?

a)

Dermatitis

b)

Eczema

c)

Cellulitis

d)

Psoriasis

4.

____ is an immune response to contact allergies and irritants.

a)

Histamine

b)

Vitiligo

c)

Dermatitis

d)

Verruca

5.

It is estimated that ____ percent of all nail technicians at some point are affected by irritants or allergies.

a)

10

b)

30

c)

20

d)

40

6.

Nail technicians are governed under ______.

a)

Trichology

b)

Cosmetology

c)

Podiatry

d)

Dermatology

7.

Which is TRUE about gels?

a)

Gels are thicker when cold and runnier when warm

b)

Gels are thick whether they are cold or warm

c)

Gels are thicker when warm and runnier when cold

d)

Gels are thin whether they are cold or warm

8.

Which of the following disorders is associated with depressions running across the width of the nail plate due to a slowing production of matrix cells, which causes the nail plate to grow thinner and is usually the result a serious illness or injury?

a)

Eggshell nail

b)

Bruised nail bed

c)

Beau’s lines

d)

Discolored nail

9.

The proximal nail fold is the entire flap of skin that covers what?

a)

The matrix

b)

The nail bed

c)

The free edge

d)

The sidewall

10.

Which of the following is used to enhance the appearance of an individual?

a)

Medical Practices

b)

Drugs

c)

Beauty services

d)

Medical devices

11.

How would you explain to someone why a nail tech might NOT be able to perform some services that a podiatrist might?

a)

If a procedure is listed under a podiatry license, it is prohibited for anyone licensed under cosmetology

b)

Nail techs and podiatrists work together to help serve clients; therefore, there are services that nail techs do and others that podiatrists perform.

c)

Each salon and spa has its own set of rules for the services it provides; some are restricted, and a client would have to see a podiatrist instead

d)

Podiatrists know how to do certain things that nail technicians don’t

12.

During which scenario do nail growth rate increase dramatically?

a)

Last trimester of pregnancy

b)

First trimester of pregnancy

c)

First three months after delivery

d)

Second trimester of pregnancy

13.

Which of the following groups of people would have the fastest growing nails?

a)

Adult females

b)

The elderly

c)

Adult males

d)

Children.

14.

The integumentary system includes all of the following, except what

a)

Skin

b)

Exocrine glands

c)

Hair

d)

Blood

15.

What are the characteristics of a normal healthy nail?

a)

Soft with ridges

b)

Soft and flexible

c)

Firm and flexible

d)

Firm and grid

16.

What is the largest organ of our body?

a)

Heart

b)

Brain

c)

Skin

d)

Lungs

17.

____ gels create a high shine and can be used with other extension services such as liquid and powder or dip nails

a)

Polymer

b)

Finishing

c)

Soak-off

d)

Building

18.

Which type of disorder is associated with visible redness, pain, swelling, broken skin, or pus ?

a)

Infected finger

b)

Hangnails

c)

Melanonychia

d)

Leukonychia

19.

What type of disorder is associated with nail surface pitting, roughness, onycholysis, and bad discoloration?

a)

Splinter hemorrhage

b)

Princer nail

c)

Nail psoriasis

d)

Onychophagy

20.

_____ it’s also also known as ringworm of the hand

a)

Tinea manus

b)

Tinea pedis

c)

Verruca

d)

Herpes simplex

21.

Nails are a part of______

a)

The integumentary system

b)

Leukonychia

c)

Onychia

d)

The ligaments

22.

What is the most important rule of being a good nail technician?

a)

Keep new enhancement products away from the skin

b)

Always wash your hands with harsh disinfecting soap

c)

Always use latex gloves

d)

Constantly apply hand sanitizer, especially between clients

23.

What is the visible part of the matrix that extends from underneath the living skin?

a)

Sidewall

b)

Free edge

c)

Lunula

d)

Nail plate

24.

Which of the following is NOT one of the aspects of food that help support the health of the skin

a)

Fiber

b)

Protein

c)

Carbohydrates

d)

Fat

25.

What is the relationship between nail cell production and plate growth?

a)

The slower nail cells are produced the faster the plate will grow

b)

The faster nail cells are produced the slower the plate will grow

c)

Nail cells that grow fast make the plate brittle

d)

The faster nail cells are produced the faster the plate will grow

26.

Where is a nail technician NOT likely to experience skin allergies?

a)

On the face

b)

Between the thumb the pointed finger

c)

On the Palm

d)

Top of the nail bed

27.

How long does it take for a toenail plates to be fully replaced?

a)

6 to 9 months

b)

4 to 6 months

c)

12 to 18 months

d)

9 to 12 months

28.

What should a nail tech do if the client does NOT want her gel enhancement anymore

a)

Repair it

b)

Fill it

c)

Rebalance it

d)

Remove it

29.

When checking for cancer on the skin,______ is when the mole darkens or changes in color, itches or hurts or changes in shape

a)

Diameter

b)

Evolution

c)

Asymmetry

d)

Border irregularity

30.

Excessive _____ in the body can create a condition called hyponatremia

a)

Blood

b)

Water

c)

Vitamin K

d)

Keratin

31.

______ gels may or may not have an inhibition layer.

a)

Polymer

b)

Finishing

c)

Soak-off

d)

Building

32.

Which layer of the skin is home to oil glands and elastin?

a)

Papillary

b)

Reticular

c)

Secretary

d)

Subcutaneous

33.

How often should gel enhancements be removed?

a)

2-3 weeks

b)

30-45 days

c)

1-2 weeks

d)

2-3 months

34.

______ is the measurements of the thickness or thinness of a liquid and affects how that fluid flows.

a)

Polymerization

b)

Overlaying

c)

Viscosity

d)

An exothermic reaction

35.

What is the scale used to identify a certain color and intensity of light?

a)

Nanometer

b)

Kilometer

c)

Micrometer

d)

Decimeter

36.

A client would need a strong product, such as a liquid or powder, when the extension is:

a)

Shorter than the nail bed

b)

Short free edge

c)

Longer than the nail bed

d)

Thin natural nail

37.

Continued repeated pressure on any part of the skin can cause it to thicken and develop into what?

a)

Callus

b)

Vesicle

c)

Wheal

d)

Vitiligo

38.

The epidermis is the _____ layer of the skin.

a)

Most sensitive

b)

Callused

c)

Thickest

d)

Thinnest

39.

Elliott is gathering the supplies that he will need for a gel application. Which products should he be sure to get in order to improve the adhesion of gels?

a)

Finishing gel

b)

Gel primer

c)

Nail tips

d)

Building gel

40.

When a client complains about Polish getting damage quickly, which service should you recommend:

a)

Gel manicure

b)

Traditional Polish

c)

Chip-resistant Polish

d)

Wrap.

41.

Curing lamp LED bulbs have wavelengths of ______.

a)

405-515 nm

b)

365-405 nm

c)

150-250 nm

d)

256-365nm

42.

Which type of glove is recommended for nail techs?

a)

Rubber

b)

Cotton

c)

Nitrile

d)

Latex

43.

During what time of year do nail plates grow fastest?

a)

Spring

b)

Summer

c)

Fall

d)

Winter

44.

What is the average rate of nail plate growth in normal adults per month?

a)

1/4” to 1/2” per month

b)

1/10” to 1/8” per month

c)

1/10” to 1/4” per month

d)

1/8” to 1/4” per month

45.

_____ occurs as each bond of the polymer is created: the more bonds that are formed when the gels cures, the more heat that is generated

a)

Overlaying

b)

Polymerization

c)

Viscosity

d)

An exothermic reaction

46.

Which nail grows the fastest?

a)

Index

b)

Ring

c)

Thumb

d)

Middle

47.

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

a)

Excretion

b)

Absorption

c)

Heat regulation

d)

Secretion

48.

When a client complains about Polish lifting, what should a nail tech recommend?

a)

Traditional Polish

b)

Chip-resistance Polish

c)

Gel manicure

d)

Wrap

49.

Skin care products formulated with vitamins A and C are related to which function of the skin?

a)

Section

b)

Excretion

c)

Heat Regulation

d)

Absorption

50.

What color is NOT normal for a healthy nail?

a)

Whitish

b)

Reddish

c)

Pinkish

d)

Beige

51.

Which type of disorder is associated with whitish spots of discoloration of the nails and is usually caused by minor injury to the nail matrix?

a)

Hangnail

b)

Melanonychia

c)

Leukonychia

d)

Infected finger

52.

What is the best defense against pollutants?

a)

Limiting exposure to cities where there are more air pollutants

b)

A skin care routine

c)

SPF of at least 50

d)

Wide-brimmed hats

53.

What type of skin inflammation appears as a swollen red area that feels hot and tender?

a)

Dermatitis

b)

Psoriasis

c)

Eczema

d)

Cellulitis

54.

______ is a medical term for abnormal skin inflammation

a)

Histamine

b)

Vitiligo

c)

Dermatitis

d)

Verruca

55.

Nail technicians need a thorough understanding of light-cured gels because of all of the following EXCEPT what?

a)

Using a light-cured gel means you don’t need to know too much of the chemistry of gel products

b)

Many clients requested gel services

c)

Soak-off gel polish services are one of the most requested services

d)

Clients often become loyal to a business when they receive an excellent service

56.

Phyllis is a nail tech who has recently moved to California. During her interview, she describes how her many years of work at another spa have made her well suited for this new position. When asked to describe the service she performed, Phyllis’s briefly mentions waxing in conversations. Why would that surprise Phyllis’s interviewer?

a)

Spas don’t typically perform any kind of waxing

b)

Most manicurists are not permitted to remove hair by waxing.

c)

The interviewer wouldn’t have understood what Phyllis might have been waxing while giving a manicure

d)

Typically waxing is only performed by upper-level nail technicians, and Phyllis never mentioned her high standing

57.

When checking for cancer in the skin,________ is when one half of the mole does NOT match the other half

a)

Asymmetry.

b)

Diameter

c)

Border irregularity

d)

Evolution

58.

What is the relationship between water content and the nail?

a)

The lower the water content the softer the nail becomes

b)

The lower, the water content the more rigid, the nail becomes

c)

The higher, the water content the more rigid than nail becomes

d)

The higher the water content, the more likely infections can occur

59.

What helps guide the nail plate along the nail bed as it grows?

a)

The free edge

b)

The cuticle

c)

The side walls

d)

The epithelium

60.

Which of the following should a nail technician use to a high-gloss shine when gel polish will not be used

a)

Bonding gel

b)

Finishing gel

c)

Building gel

d)

Nail cleanser

61.

The lateral nail fold is also known as ____

a)

The free edge

b)

Beau’s lines

c)

The eponychium

d)

The sidewalls

62.

Which of the following can lead to telangiectasias with overuse?

a)

Alcohol

b)

Smoking

c)

Excessive eating

d)

Vaping

63.

Ava is listening to a knowledgeable client tell her about her new anti-aging skin care routine that she came up with during her latest appointment with her dermatologist she mentioned that a key ingredient is vitamin E, which helps give her skin more collagen. What might ever be thinking about what her client is saying?

a)

She must be mistaken; vitamin C is what helps with collagen production

b)

She’s right; vitamin E is important for collagen production

c)

Collagen is increased by what vitamin the client ingest not what she put on her skin

d)

The clients dermatologist hasn’t been completely honest with her; there is no vitamin to help produce collagen

64.

What is the slightly thickened layer of skin that lies between the fingertip and the free edge of the nail plate?

a)

Hyponychium

b)

Matrix

c)

Sidewall

d)

Paronychia

65.

Which type of disorder is associated with significant darkening of the fingernails or toenails caused by increased pigment cells?

a)

Leukonychia

b)

Infected finger

c)

Hangnail

d)

Melanonychia

66.

Which of the following diseases is associated with fungal infections of the feet or athletes foot?

a)

Paronychia

b)

Onycholysis

c)

Pseudomonas aeruginosa

d)

Tinea pedis

67.

_______ is also known as athlete’s foot

a)

Tinea manus

b)

Herpes simplex

c)

Verruca

d)

Tinea pedis

68.

What would you say to someone who says that because something is NOT specifically prohibited it bc is allowed

a)

You can perform anything that is not as specifically prohibited on your license

b)

You can only perform what is listed as specifically on your license

c)

You can only perform what is listed on your license and what is accepted by your salon or spa

d)

You can perform anything that is listed on your license or podiatrist license

69.

When applying a beat gel, float it TOWARD the ______. this is NOT. The first area to float to gel on

a)

Nail plate

b)

Free edge

c)

Onyx

d)

Cuticle

70.

________ gels are thick-viscosity gels that allow the nail tech technician to build an arch or extension

a)

Finishing

b)

Building

c)

Polymer

d)

Soak-off

71.

Be sure to choose an application brush that has the following qualities EXCEPT what?

a)

Small

b)

Flat

c)

Nylon

d)

Square shape

72.

Which of the following would be considered a medical condition that should be seen by a physician and NOT a nail tech?

a)

Paronychia

b)

A bruise on the nail bed

c)

Plicatured nails

d)

Hangnail

73.

How would you compare fingernail and toenail growth and the matrix?

a)

As fingernails get longer, the matrix gets longer, and then thicker

b)

As toenails get longer, the matrix gets longer, and then thicker

c)

Toenails are thicker than fingernails because the toenail matrix is longer

d)

Fingernails are thicker and toenails because the fingernail matrix is longer

74.

What is the medical branch of science that deals with the studies of skin, including its nature , structure, functions, diseases, and treatment?

a)

Immunology

b)

Dermatology

c)

Nephrology

d)

Endocrinology

75.

What can you do if gel cures on your brush?

a)

Soak it in acetone

b)

Clean it in warm, soapy water

c)

Use it for gels from that point forward

d)

Nothing, as it will be ruined and cannot be repaired

76.

How would you compare the relationship between the matrix and the plate?

a)

The texture of the matrix determines the texture of the plate

b)

The length, width, and curvature of the plate determine the thickness, width, and curvature of the plate

c)

The length, width, and curvature of the plate determines the thickness, width, an curvature of the matrix

d)

The length of the matrix determines the length of the plate

77.

Which of the following would you recommend to a client who wants a special color to match her prom dress?

a)

Gel manicure

b)

Traditional polish

c)

Half-moon manicure

d)

Juliette wrap

78.

Which nail grows the slowest?

a)

Thumb

b)

Index

c)

Middle

d)

Ring

79.

______ gels are an alternative to traditional nail lacquers; they are available in frosted hues and creams

a)

Soak-off

b)

Finishing

c)

Polymer

d)

Building

80.

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

a)

Vitamin C

b)

Vitamin A

c)

Vitamin K

d)

Vitamin D

81.

The best source of B vitamins are all of the following EXCEPT what?

a)

Soy

b)

Bananas

c)

Leafy greens

d)

Seafood

82.

What type of disorder is associated with a dramatically increased nail curvature of the free edge, wherein it might curl in upon itself?

a)

Nail psoriasis

b)

Splinter hemorrhage

c)

Onchophagy

d)

Pincer nail

83.

What would you recommend to a client who likes to change her polish often?

a)

Gel manicure

b)

Juliette wrap

c)

Traditional polish

d)

Half-moon manicure

84.

What is called when the skin is irritated by a substance?

a)

Allergic contact dermatitis

b)

Irritant contact dermatitis

c)

Contact dermatitis

d)

Dermatitis

85.

A normal nail plate grows forward from the ______ and extends over the tip of the finger

a)

Matrix

b)

Nail bed

c)

Cuticle

d)

Sidewall

86.

Which of the following is NOT a part of the natural nail unit?

a)

The onyx

b)

The nail plates

c)

The nail cuticle

d)

The matrix

87.

Angela is training to be a nail technician. While she’s working on a client, her manager stops her because she’s about to clip too close to the eponychium. What might Angela have confused the eponychium for?

a)

The matrix

b)

The natural nail

c)

The nail cuticle

d)

The nail plates

88.

Which of the following should a nail technician use before applying primer or removing surface moisture?

a)

Bonding gel

b)

Building gel

c)

Nail cleanser

d)

Finishing gel

89.

What is the MOST common avoidable skin disease for nail technicians?

a)

Dermatitis

b)

Contact dermatitis

c)

Allergic contact dermatitis

d)

Irritant contact dermatitis

90.

What usually occurs when clients and nail techs are choosing the service that will be performed?

a)

Clients usually listen to what nail techs recommend

b)

Nail techs usually do whatever clients want, even if they don’t agree

c)

Nail techs usually don’t usually give their opinion on what the client should get

d)

Clients usually do whatever the nail techs want, even if they don’t agree

91.

Which type of disorder is associated with damaged skin around the nail plates that becomes split or torn?

a)

Infected finger

b)

Hangnails

c)

Leukonychia

d)

Melanonychia

92.

What is the relationship between UV rays and skin aging?

a)

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

b)

UVA rays penetrate the epidermis and affect melanocyte; UVB rays breakdown collagen

c)

UVA and UVB rays penetrate the epidermis and affect melanocytes

d)

UVA and UVB rays break down collagen

93.

Which of the following disorders is associated with a noticeably thin, white nail plate that is more flexible than normal, and is usually caused by improper diet, heredity, internal disease, medication, or overfilling with an abrasive?

a)

Bruised nail bed

b)

Eggshell nail

c)

Discolored nail

d)

Beau’s lines

94.

Which of the following disorders is associated with the nail turning a variety of colors, which may indicate surface staining, a systemic disorder, or poor blood circulation?

a)

Bruised nail bed

b)

Beau’s lines

c)

Eggshell nails

d)

Discolored nail

95.

Which of the following should a nail technician used to overlay the natural nail or to create an extension?

a)

Building gel

b)

Nail cleanser

c)

Finishing gel

d)

Bonding gel

96.

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

a)

Type IV

b)

Type I

c)

Type III

d)

Type II

97.

What type of disorder is associated with damage to the capillaries under the nail?

a)

Princer nail

b)

Splinter hemorrhage

c)

Onychophagy

d)

Nail psoriasis

98.

Which of the following may cause the skin to a appear yellowish or gray in color with a dual appearance?

a)

Illicit drugs

b)

Smoking

c)

Excessive eating

d)

Alcohol

99.

The _______, found in polymer powders, is needed to start the chemical reaction that causes monomer liquid to harden

a)

Initiator

b)

Verruca

c)

Comedo

d)

Bulla

100.

Stephanie is pregnant. She is talking to her nail tech friend Charlie about how wonderful her prenatal vitamins have been for her hair and nail growth. What could Charlie tell Stephanie about her nail growth?

a)

The vitamins must have biotin in them in order to be making a difference in her nails

b)

Nail growth rate accelerate during pregnancy whether she is taking a prenatal or not

c)

Stephanie probably already had excellent nail growth and it simply noticing what was already occurring

d)

Certain foods that pregnant women eat more of are the most likely reason for Stephanie’s nail growth.

101.

How long does it usually take for sensitive clients to show symptoms of allergic reaction?

a)

6-12 months

b)

After the first appointment

c)

2-3 weeks

d)

4-6 months

102.

What would you recommend to a client who likes the look of traditional nails, but often damages her nails immediately after service?

a)

Half-moon manicure

b)

Gel manicure

c)

Juliette wrap

d)

Traditional polish

103.

Gels are NOT as hard as ___ enhancements

a)

Powder

b)

Liquid and powder

c)

Any other

d)

Liquid

104.

What factors is responsible for 80 to 85 percent of how skin ages?

a)

Environment

b)

Heredity

c)

Sun exposure

d)

Eating habits

105.

The _______ is the hard protective plate that protects the tips of the fingers or toes

a)

Nail cuticle

b)

Natural nail

c)

Matrix

d)

Nail plate

106.

Which of the following is NOT considered one of the reasons that nail technicians must differentiate between healthy and unhealthy clients nails?

a)

You could be in a position to see conditions that may signal mild to serious health problems that require the attention of a doctor

b)

You must be able to identify conditions that are affected by the weather conditions and humidity

c)

You need to take appropriate steps to protect yourself and your client from the spread of disease

d)

You must be able to identify condition that should not be treated in the salon

107.

The scope of practice for nail technicians is found under ______.

a)

Definitions

b)

Reports

c)

Outline

d)

Summary

108.

What will happen if gel is left open near a window or lamp?

a)

It will lose its ability to cure

b)

It will cure

c)

It will thin out

d)

The color will fade

109.

What factor is responsible for 15 percent of how skin ages ?

a)

Environment

b)

Heredity

c)

Sun exposure

d)

Eating habits

110.

What is the cure time for an LED lamp?

a)

5-45 seconds

b)

5-60 seconds

c)

5-30 seconds

d)

5-10 seconds

111.

You can _____ product on if you have tiny low spots that need to be filled

a)

Patch

b)

Fill

c)

String

d)

Dip

112.

Which of the following is NOT considered a contagious, skin disease?

a)

Shingles

b)

Athletes foot

c)

Psoriasis

d)

Warts

113.

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

a)

Undercuring gel enhancement

b)

Improper product consistency

c)

Underlying skin disease

d)

Prolonged or repeated direct skin contact

114.

______ gels are sometimes referred to acrygel

a)

Soak-off

b)

Polymer

c)

Finishing

d)

Building

115.

How much sun exposure should we get each day for vitamin D synthesis?

a)

30 minutes

b)

10 minutes

c)

1 hour

d)

None is needed

116.

The outermost layer of the epidermis is covered with______ , a mixture of water, salt, minerals, and fatty liquids.

a)

Sebum

b)

Elastin

c)

Melanin

d)

Collagen

117.

Which of the following is the grainy layer that consist of cells that look like small, distinct granules?

a)

Stratum spinosum

b)

Stratum lucidum

c)

Stratum germinativum

d)

Stratum granulosum

118.

What is a lamp unit called that contains four 9-watt lamps?

a)

9-watt lamp unit

b)

18-watt lamp unit

c)

36- watt lamp unit

d)

27- watt lamp unit

119.

The ______ is the part of the nail plate that extends over the tip of the finger or toe

a)

Natural nail

b)

Free edge

c)

Plicatured nail

d)

Trumpet nail

120.

Which of the following is NOT one of the reasons that UV gel’s improperly cure?

a)

Applying product too thick

b)

Too long a cure time under the UV/LED lamp

c)

Using a UV/LED light unit that was not designed for the gel system used

d)

Dirty lamps in the UV/LED lamp unit

121.

What is the living skin that supports the nail plate as it grows toward the free edge?

a)

Matrix

b)

Sidewalls

c)

Free edge

d)

Nail bed

122.

How would you AVOID a heat spike and discomfort for your client when curing?

a)

Apply a thin layer of gel

b)

Avoid using the curing light for too long

c)

Make sure the client’s nails are perfectly clean

d)

Do a test to see if the client is allergic to gel

123.

The natural nail itself is technically referred to as the ______.

a)

Onyx

b)

Nail cuticle

c)

Matrix

d)

Nail plate

124.

In order to cure gels, a curing lamp must emit _____ light at the proper intensity to provide sufficient energy

a)

Red

b)

Pink

c)

Violet

d)

Blue

125.

______ is the linking of the oligomers together into a solid chemical -resistant material

a)

Overlaying

b)

Polymerization

c)

Viscosity

d)

An exothermic reaction

126.

Cuticle moisturizers are designed for all EXCEPT?

a)

Proximal nail fold

b)

Hyponychium

c)

Cuticle

d)

Lateral sidewalls

127.

The natural nail unit is which part of the nail?

a)

The tip to the first knuckle

b)

The nail itself

c)

The tip to the second knuckle

d)

The whole finger

128.

How long is the skin renewal process?

a)

25 to 28 days

b)

1 to 2 weeks

c)

30 to 45 days

d)

2 to 3 months

129.

What can affect the shape or thickness of the nail plate?

a)

Increased levels of vitamin C can increase the thickness of the matrix

b)

Damage to the matrix will affect the shape and thickness of the nail plate

c)

Poatpregnacy can decrease the thickness and shape of the nail plate

d)

Children have thicker nail plates than adults

130.

The _______ is compose mainly of keratin

a)

Matrix

b)

Nail cuticle

c)

Nail plate

d)

Onyx

131.

A(n) _______ it’s also known as pre-polymer and is a thick, gel-like, sticky acrylate that is between a liquid and a solid

a)

Oligomer

b)

Catalyst

c)

Monomer

d)

Polymer

132.

What is the water content of a healthy nail?

a)

15-25 percent

b)

5 percent

c)

25 percent

d)

15 percent

133.

A _______ is a tough band of fibrous tissues that connects bones or holds and organ in place

a)

Nail plate

b)

Ligament

c)

Nail bed

d)

Free edge

134.

The best source of ______ are eggs,beef liver, carrots, sweet potato, kale, and spinach

a)

Vitamin D

b)

Vitamin K

c)

Vitamin A

d)

Vitamin C

135.

What is the name of the physician engaged in the practice of treating the skin?

a)

Endocrinologist

b)

Immunologist

c)

Nephrologist

d)

Dermatologist

136.

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

a)

Sensation

b)

Absorption

c)

Excretion

d)

Secretion

137.

_____ is milky-white spots of the skin; they are hereditary

a)

Leukoderma

b)

Vitiligo

c)

Port-wine stain

d)

Nevus

138.

The nail plate has approximately how many layers?

a)

75

b)

100

c)

50

d)

1000

139.

Monica is talking to a client about the importance of a skin care regimen. Currently, the female client washes her makeup off with water only. What reason should Monica give her client about the way to have good skin health and hygiene?

a)

Monica should tell her that good skin health and hygiene lead to a clear, glowing, and even complexion

b)

Monica should tell her that good skin health and hygiene lead to increase collage

c)

Monica should tell her that good skin health and hygiene now mean that she will not have to do any sort of expensive or invasive treatments when she’s older

d)

Monica you should tell her that good skin health and hygiene removes toxins that can enter the body through the skin

140.

Which of the following should a nail technician use to contour and shape the nail?

a)

Medium-grip

b)

Fine-grit

c)

Coarse-grit

d)

Buffer

141.

Jessica noticed that a few toes on her clients feet seem to have fungal infection. Jessica suggest that the client start a regiment of regular foot soaks, as well as using tea tree oil, and that if she does this, she doesn’t need to see a podiatrist. Jessica‘s manager overhears this conversation and is unhappy with Jessica’s response. Why?

a)

Nail technician should not provide any medical advice

b)

Clients only want their nails taken care of; they do not want medical advice

c)

Nail technicians do not get paid to be a doctors and should not offer free medical advice

d)

Clients can become embarrassed by discussing a fungal infection

142.

If a person produces excess amount of oil, that person would have problem with what?

a)

Excretion

b)

Absorption

c)

Secretion

d)

Heat regulation

143.

Which of the following diseases is associated with the separation of the nail plate and bed due to injury of an allergic reaction?

a)

Tinea pedis

b)

Pseudomonas aeruginosa

c)

Paronychia

d)

Onycholysis

144.

Which vitamin helps support the overall health of the skin?

a)

Vitamin D

b)

Vitamin K

c)

Vitamin C

d)

Vitamin A

145.

Where should gel products be stored when NOT in use?

a)

On your work table

b)

On your cart

c)

In your pocket

d)

In a cabinet

146.

Which of the following is a condition characterized by increate pigmentation on the skin or dark spots that are NOT elevated?

a)

Chloasma

b)

Leukoderma

c)

Lentigines

d)

Albinism

147.

What would you recommend to a client who has fragile nails and likes the look of traditional manicures?

a)

Half-moon manicure

b)

Traditional polish

c)

Juliette wrap

d)

Gel manicure

148.

What part of the natural nail unit protects the tips of the fingers and toes?

a)

Nail plate

b)

Nail bed

c)

Matrix

d)

Nail cuticle

149.

The growth of the nail plate is affected by all of the following EXCEPT:

a)

Exercise

b)

Nutrition

c)

General health

d)

Genes

150.

Which type of disorder of the sudoriferous glands is characterized by sweating even when the temperature is cool?

a)

Anhidrosis

b)

Bromhidrosis

c)

Hyperhidrosis

d)

Miliaria rubra