WorksheetsFinal Review Exam
Total questions: 150
Worksheet time: 1hrs 15mins
How would you recommend a person make his or her nail plate grow thicker?
Regular manicures can make the nail plate grow thicker over time.
Nothing can make the nail plate grow thicker
Pregnancy typically helps the nail plate grow thicker
A healthy diet and exercise can help the nail plate grow thicker
What is it called when the skin has prolonged exposure to certain ingredients, including a histamine response?
Irritant contact dermatitis
Allergic contact dermatitis
Dermatitis
Contact dermatitis
What type of skin inflammation appears as silver-white scales?
Dermatitis
Eczema
Cellulitis
Psoriasis
____ is an immune response to contact allergies and irritants.
Histamine
Vitiligo
Dermatitis
Verruca
It is estimated that ____ percent of all nail technicians at some point are affected by irritants or allergies.
10
30
20
40
Nail technicians are governed under ______.
Trichology
Cosmetology
Podiatry
Dermatology
Which is TRUE about gels?
Gels are thicker when cold and runnier when warm
Gels are thick whether they are cold or warm
Gels are thicker when warm and runnier when cold
Gels are thin whether they are cold or warm
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?
Eggshell nail
Bruised nail bed
Beau’s lines
Discolored nail
The proximal nail fold is the entire flap of skin that covers what?
The matrix
The nail bed
The free edge
The sidewall
Which of the following is used to enhance the appearance of an individual?
Medical Practices
Drugs
Beauty services
Medical devices
How would you explain to someone why a nail tech might NOT be able to perform some services that a podiatrist might?
If a procedure is listed under a podiatry license, it is prohibited for anyone licensed under cosmetology
Nail techs and podiatrists work together to help serve clients; therefore, there are services that nail techs do and others that podiatrists perform.
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
Podiatrists know how to do certain things that nail technicians don’t
During which scenario do nail growth rate increase dramatically?
Last trimester of pregnancy
First trimester of pregnancy
First three months after delivery
Second trimester of pregnancy
Which of the following groups of people would have the fastest growing nails?
Adult females
The elderly
Adult males
Children.
The integumentary system includes all of the following, except what
Skin
Exocrine glands
Hair
Blood
What are the characteristics of a normal healthy nail?
Soft with ridges
Soft and flexible
Firm and flexible
Firm and grid
What is the largest organ of our body?
Heart
Brain
Skin
Lungs
____ gels create a high shine and can be used with other extension services such as liquid and powder or dip nails
Polymer
Finishing
Soak-off
Building
Which type of disorder is associated with visible redness, pain, swelling, broken skin, or pus ?
Infected finger
Hangnails
Melanonychia
Leukonychia
What type of disorder is associated with nail surface pitting, roughness, onycholysis, and bad discoloration?
Splinter hemorrhage
Princer nail
Nail psoriasis
Onychophagy
_____ it’s also also known as ringworm of the hand
Tinea manus
Tinea pedis
Verruca
Herpes simplex
Nails are a part of______
The integumentary system
Leukonychia
Onychia
The ligaments
What is the most important rule of being a good nail technician?
Keep new enhancement products away from the skin
Always wash your hands with harsh disinfecting soap
Always use latex gloves
Constantly apply hand sanitizer, especially between clients
What is the visible part of the matrix that extends from underneath the living skin?
Sidewall
Free edge
Lunula
Nail plate
Which of the following is NOT one of the aspects of food that help support the health of the skin
Fiber
Protein
Carbohydrates
Fat
What is the relationship between nail cell production and plate growth?
The slower nail cells are produced the faster the plate will grow
The faster nail cells are produced the slower the plate will grow
Nail cells that grow fast make the plate brittle
The faster nail cells are produced the faster the plate will grow
Where is a nail technician NOT likely to experience skin allergies?
On the face
Between the thumb the pointed finger
On the Palm
Top of the nail bed
How long does it take for a toenail plates to be fully replaced?
6 to 9 months
4 to 6 months
12 to 18 months
9 to 12 months
What should a nail tech do if the client does NOT want her gel enhancement anymore
Repair it
Fill it
Rebalance it
Remove it
When checking for cancer on the skin,______ is when the mole darkens or changes in color, itches or hurts or changes in shape
Diameter
Evolution
Asymmetry
Border irregularity
Excessive _____ in the body can create a condition called hyponatremia
Blood
Water
Vitamin K
Keratin
______ gels may or may not have an inhibition layer.
Polymer
Finishing
Soak-off
Building
Which layer of the skin is home to oil glands and elastin?
Papillary
Reticular
Secretary
Subcutaneous
How often should gel enhancements be removed?
2-3 weeks
30-45 days
1-2 weeks
2-3 months
______ is the measurements of the thickness or thinness of a liquid and affects how that fluid flows.
Polymerization
Overlaying
Viscosity
An exothermic reaction
What is the scale used to identify a certain color and intensity of light?
Nanometer
Kilometer
Micrometer
Decimeter
A client would need a strong product, such as a liquid or powder, when the extension is:
Shorter than the nail bed
Short free edge
Longer than the nail bed
Thin natural nail
Continued repeated pressure on any part of the skin can cause it to thicken and develop into what?
Callus
Vesicle
Wheal
Vitiligo
The epidermis is the _____ layer of the skin.
Most sensitive
Callused
Thickest
Thinnest
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?
Finishing gel
Gel primer
Nail tips
Building gel
When a client complains about Polish getting damage quickly, which service should you recommend:
Gel manicure
Traditional Polish
Chip-resistant Polish
Wrap.
Curing lamp LED bulbs have wavelengths of ______.
405-515 nm
365-405 nm
150-250 nm
256-365nm
Which type of glove is recommended for nail techs?
Rubber
Cotton
Nitrile
Latex
During what time of year do nail plates grow fastest?
Spring
Summer
Fall
Winter
What is the average rate of nail plate growth in normal adults per month?
1/4” to 1/2” per month
1/10” to 1/8” per month
1/10” to 1/4” per month
1/8” to 1/4” per month
_____ 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
Overlaying
Polymerization
Viscosity
An exothermic reaction
Which nail grows the fastest?
Index
Ring
Thumb
Middle
A person whose internal temperature is about 98.6 degrees Fahrenheit has what proper skin function?
Excretion
Absorption
Heat regulation
Secretion
When a client complains about Polish lifting, what should a nail tech recommend?
Traditional Polish
Chip-resistance Polish
Gel manicure
Wrap
Skin care products formulated with vitamins A and C are related to which function of the skin?
Section
Excretion
Heat Regulation
Absorption
What color is NOT normal for a healthy nail?
Whitish
Reddish
Pinkish
Beige
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?
Hangnail
Melanonychia
Leukonychia
Infected finger
What is the best defense against pollutants?
Limiting exposure to cities where there are more air pollutants
A skin care routine
SPF of at least 50
Wide-brimmed hats
What type of skin inflammation appears as a swollen red area that feels hot and tender?
Dermatitis
Psoriasis
Eczema
Cellulitis
______ is a medical term for abnormal skin inflammation
Histamine
Vitiligo
Dermatitis
Verruca
Nail technicians need a thorough understanding of light-cured gels because of all of the following EXCEPT what?
Using a light-cured gel means you don’t need to know too much of the chemistry of gel products
Many clients requested gel services
Soak-off gel polish services are one of the most requested services
Clients often become loyal to a business when they receive an excellent service
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?
Spas don’t typically perform any kind of waxing
Most manicurists are not permitted to remove hair by waxing.
The interviewer wouldn’t have understood what Phyllis might have been waxing while giving a manicure
Typically waxing is only performed by upper-level nail technicians, and Phyllis never mentioned her high standing
When checking for cancer in the skin,________ is when one half of the mole does NOT match the other half
Asymmetry.
Diameter
Border irregularity
Evolution
What is the relationship between water content and the nail?
The lower the water content the softer the nail becomes
The lower, the water content the more rigid, the nail becomes
The higher, the water content the more rigid than nail becomes
The higher the water content, the more likely infections can occur
What helps guide the nail plate along the nail bed as it grows?
The free edge
The cuticle
The side walls
The epithelium
Which of the following should a nail technician use to a high-gloss shine when gel polish will not be used
Bonding gel
Finishing gel
Building gel
Nail cleanser
The lateral nail fold is also known as ____
The free edge
Beau’s lines
The eponychium
The sidewalls
Which of the following can lead to telangiectasias with overuse?
Alcohol
Smoking
Excessive eating
Vaping
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?
She must be mistaken; vitamin C is what helps with collagen production
She’s right; vitamin E is important for collagen production
Collagen is increased by what vitamin the client ingest not what she put on her skin
The clients dermatologist hasn’t been completely honest with her; there is no vitamin to help produce collagen
What is the slightly thickened layer of skin that lies between the fingertip and the free edge of the nail plate?
Hyponychium
Matrix
Sidewall
Paronychia
Which type of disorder is associated with significant darkening of the fingernails or toenails caused by increased pigment cells?
Leukonychia
Infected finger
Hangnail
Melanonychia
Which of the following diseases is associated with fungal infections of the feet or athletes foot?
Paronychia
Onycholysis
Pseudomonas aeruginosa
Tinea pedis
_______ is also known as athlete’s foot
Tinea manus
Herpes simplex
Verruca
Tinea pedis
What would you say to someone who says that because something is NOT specifically prohibited it bc is allowed
You can perform anything that is not as specifically prohibited on your license
You can only perform what is listed as specifically on your license
You can only perform what is listed on your license and what is accepted by your salon or spa
You can perform anything that is listed on your license or podiatrist license
When applying a beat gel, float it TOWARD the ______. this is NOT. The first area to float to gel on
Nail plate
Free edge
Onyx
Cuticle
________ gels are thick-viscosity gels that allow the nail tech technician to build an arch or extension
Finishing
Building
Polymer
Soak-off
Be sure to choose an application brush that has the following qualities EXCEPT what?
Small
Flat
Nylon
Square shape
Which of the following would be considered a medical condition that should be seen by a physician and NOT a nail tech?
Paronychia
A bruise on the nail bed
Plicatured nails
Hangnail
How would you compare fingernail and toenail growth and the matrix?
As fingernails get longer, the matrix gets longer, and then thicker
As toenails get longer, the matrix gets longer, and then thicker
Toenails are thicker than fingernails because the toenail matrix is longer
Fingernails are thicker and toenails because the fingernail matrix is longer
What is the medical branch of science that deals with the studies of skin, including its nature , structure, functions, diseases, and treatment?
Immunology
Dermatology
Nephrology
Endocrinology
What can you do if gel cures on your brush?
Soak it in acetone
Clean it in warm, soapy water
Use it for gels from that point forward
Nothing, as it will be ruined and cannot be repaired
How would you compare the relationship between the matrix and the plate?
The texture of the matrix determines the texture of the plate
The length, width, and curvature of the plate determine the thickness, width, and curvature of the plate
The length, width, and curvature of the plate determines the thickness, width, an curvature of the matrix
The length of the matrix determines the length of the plate
Which of the following would you recommend to a client who wants a special color to match her prom dress?
Gel manicure
Traditional polish
Half-moon manicure
Juliette wrap
Which nail grows the slowest?
Thumb
Index
Middle
Ring
______ gels are an alternative to traditional nail lacquers; they are available in frosted hues and creams
Soak-off
Finishing
Polymer
Building
A person who has an issue with blood clotting may have trouble with what vitamin?
Vitamin C
Vitamin A
Vitamin K
Vitamin D
The best source of B vitamins are all of the following EXCEPT what?
Soy
Bananas
Leafy greens
Seafood
What type of disorder is associated with a dramatically increased nail curvature of the free edge, wherein it might curl in upon itself?
Nail psoriasis
Splinter hemorrhage
Onchophagy
Pincer nail
What would you recommend to a client who likes to change her polish often?
Gel manicure
Juliette wrap
Traditional polish
Half-moon manicure
What is called when the skin is irritated by a substance?
Allergic contact dermatitis
Irritant contact dermatitis
Contact dermatitis
Dermatitis
A normal nail plate grows forward from the ______ and extends over the tip of the finger
Matrix
Nail bed
Cuticle
Sidewall
Which of the following is NOT a part of the natural nail unit?
The onyx
The nail plates
The nail cuticle
The matrix
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?
The matrix
The natural nail
The nail cuticle
The nail plates
Which of the following should a nail technician use before applying primer or removing surface moisture?
Bonding gel
Building gel
Nail cleanser
Finishing gel
What is the MOST common avoidable skin disease for nail technicians?
Dermatitis
Contact dermatitis
Allergic contact dermatitis
Irritant contact dermatitis
What usually occurs when clients and nail techs are choosing the service that will be performed?
Clients usually listen to what nail techs recommend
Nail techs usually do whatever clients want, even if they don’t agree
Nail techs usually don’t usually give their opinion on what the client should get
Clients usually do whatever the nail techs want, even if they don’t agree
Which type of disorder is associated with damaged skin around the nail plates that becomes split or torn?
Infected finger
Hangnails
Leukonychia
Melanonychia
What is the relationship between UV rays and skin aging?
UVA rays break down collagen; UVB rays penetrate the epidermis and affect melanocytes
UVA rays penetrate the epidermis and affect melanocyte; UVB rays breakdown collagen
UVA and UVB rays penetrate the epidermis and affect melanocytes
UVA and UVB rays break down collagen
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?
Bruised nail bed
Eggshell nail
Discolored nail
Beau’s lines
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?
Bruised nail bed
Beau’s lines
Eggshell nails
Discolored nail
Which of the following should a nail technician used to overlay the natural nail or to create an extension?
Building gel
Nail cleanser
Finishing gel
Bonding gel
A person with brown eyes, dark hair, olive skin, and Greek heritage, who burns moderately is, which of the following on the Fitzpatrick Scale?
Type IV
Type I
Type III
Type II
What type of disorder is associated with damage to the capillaries under the nail?
Princer nail
Splinter hemorrhage
Onychophagy
Nail psoriasis
Which of the following may cause the skin to a appear yellowish or gray in color with a dual appearance?
Illicit drugs
Smoking
Excessive eating
Alcohol
The _______, found in polymer powders, is needed to start the chemical reaction that causes monomer liquid to harden
Initiator
Verruca
Comedo
Bulla
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?
The vitamins must have biotin in them in order to be making a difference in her nails
Nail growth rate accelerate during pregnancy whether she is taking a prenatal or not
Stephanie probably already had excellent nail growth and it simply noticing what was already occurring
Certain foods that pregnant women eat more of are the most likely reason for Stephanie’s nail growth.
How long does it usually take for sensitive clients to show symptoms of allergic reaction?
6-12 months
After the first appointment
2-3 weeks
4-6 months
What would you recommend to a client who likes the look of traditional nails, but often damages her nails immediately after service?
Half-moon manicure
Gel manicure
Juliette wrap
Traditional polish
Gels are NOT as hard as ___ enhancements
Powder
Liquid and powder
Any other
Liquid
What factors is responsible for 80 to 85 percent of how skin ages?
Environment
Heredity
Sun exposure
Eating habits
The _______ is the hard protective plate that protects the tips of the fingers or toes
Nail cuticle
Natural nail
Matrix
Nail plate
Which of the following is NOT considered one of the reasons that nail technicians must differentiate between healthy and unhealthy clients nails?
You could be in a position to see conditions that may signal mild to serious health problems that require the attention of a doctor
You must be able to identify conditions that are affected by the weather conditions and humidity
You need to take appropriate steps to protect yourself and your client from the spread of disease
You must be able to identify condition that should not be treated in the salon
The scope of practice for nail technicians is found under ______.
Definitions
Reports
Outline
Summary
What will happen if gel is left open near a window or lamp?
It will lose its ability to cure
It will cure
It will thin out
The color will fade
What factor is responsible for 15 percent of how skin ages ?
Environment
Heredity
Sun exposure
Eating habits
What is the cure time for an LED lamp?
5-45 seconds
5-60 seconds
5-30 seconds
5-10 seconds
You can _____ product on if you have tiny low spots that need to be filled
Patch
Fill
String
Dip
Which of the following is NOT considered a contagious, skin disease?
Shingles
Athletes foot
Psoriasis
Warts
What would be the MOST likely reason that your client has an allergic or irritant reaction?
Undercuring gel enhancement
Improper product consistency
Underlying skin disease
Prolonged or repeated direct skin contact
______ gels are sometimes referred to acrygel
Soak-off
Polymer
Finishing
Building
How much sun exposure should we get each day for vitamin D synthesis?
30 minutes
10 minutes
1 hour
None is needed
The outermost layer of the epidermis is covered with______ , a mixture of water, salt, minerals, and fatty liquids.
Sebum
Elastin
Melanin
Collagen
Which of the following is the grainy layer that consist of cells that look like small, distinct granules?
Stratum spinosum
Stratum lucidum
Stratum germinativum
Stratum granulosum
What is a lamp unit called that contains four 9-watt lamps?
9-watt lamp unit
18-watt lamp unit
36- watt lamp unit
27- watt lamp unit
The ______ is the part of the nail plate that extends over the tip of the finger or toe
Natural nail
Free edge
Plicatured nail
Trumpet nail
Which of the following is NOT one of the reasons that UV gel’s improperly cure?
Applying product too thick
Too long a cure time under the UV/LED lamp
Using a UV/LED light unit that was not designed for the gel system used
Dirty lamps in the UV/LED lamp unit
What is the living skin that supports the nail plate as it grows toward the free edge?
Matrix
Sidewalls
Free edge
Nail bed
How would you AVOID a heat spike and discomfort for your client when curing?
Apply a thin layer of gel
Avoid using the curing light for too long
Make sure the client’s nails are perfectly clean
Do a test to see if the client is allergic to gel
The natural nail itself is technically referred to as the ______.
Onyx
Nail cuticle
Matrix
Nail plate
In order to cure gels, a curing lamp must emit _____ light at the proper intensity to provide sufficient energy
Red
Pink
Violet
Blue
______ is the linking of the oligomers together into a solid chemical -resistant material
Overlaying
Polymerization
Viscosity
An exothermic reaction
Cuticle moisturizers are designed for all EXCEPT?
Proximal nail fold
Hyponychium
Cuticle
Lateral sidewalls
The natural nail unit is which part of the nail?
The tip to the first knuckle
The nail itself
The tip to the second knuckle
The whole finger
How long is the skin renewal process?
25 to 28 days
1 to 2 weeks
30 to 45 days
2 to 3 months
What can affect the shape or thickness of the nail plate?
Increased levels of vitamin C can increase the thickness of the matrix
Damage to the matrix will affect the shape and thickness of the nail plate
Poatpregnacy can decrease the thickness and shape of the nail plate
Children have thicker nail plates than adults
The _______ is compose mainly of keratin
Matrix
Nail cuticle
Nail plate
Onyx
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
Oligomer
Catalyst
Monomer
Polymer
What is the water content of a healthy nail?
15-25 percent
5 percent
25 percent
15 percent
A _______ is a tough band of fibrous tissues that connects bones or holds and organ in place
Nail plate
Ligament
Nail bed
Free edge
The best source of ______ are eggs,beef liver, carrots, sweet potato, kale, and spinach
Vitamin D
Vitamin K
Vitamin A
Vitamin C
What is the name of the physician engaged in the practice of treating the skin?
Endocrinologist
Immunologist
Nephrologist
Dermatologist
If a person cannot sweat, that person has a problem with what?
Sensation
Absorption
Excretion
Secretion
_____ is milky-white spots of the skin; they are hereditary
Leukoderma
Vitiligo
Port-wine stain
Nevus
The nail plate has approximately how many layers?
75
100
50
1000
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?
Monica should tell her that good skin health and hygiene lead to a clear, glowing, and even complexion
Monica should tell her that good skin health and hygiene lead to increase collage
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
Monica you should tell her that good skin health and hygiene removes toxins that can enter the body through the skin
Which of the following should a nail technician use to contour and shape the nail?
Medium-grip
Fine-grit
Coarse-grit
Buffer
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?
Nail technician should not provide any medical advice
Clients only want their nails taken care of; they do not want medical advice
Nail technicians do not get paid to be a doctors and should not offer free medical advice
Clients can become embarrassed by discussing a fungal infection
If a person produces excess amount of oil, that person would have problem with what?
Excretion
Absorption
Secretion
Heat regulation
Which of the following diseases is associated with the separation of the nail plate and bed due to injury of an allergic reaction?
Tinea pedis
Pseudomonas aeruginosa
Paronychia
Onycholysis
Which vitamin helps support the overall health of the skin?
Vitamin D
Vitamin K
Vitamin C
Vitamin A
Where should gel products be stored when NOT in use?
On your work table
On your cart
In your pocket
In a cabinet
Which of the following is a condition characterized by increate pigmentation on the skin or dark spots that are NOT elevated?
Chloasma
Leukoderma
Lentigines
Albinism
What would you recommend to a client who has fragile nails and likes the look of traditional manicures?
Half-moon manicure
Traditional polish
Juliette wrap
Gel manicure
What part of the natural nail unit protects the tips of the fingers and toes?
Nail plate
Nail bed
Matrix
Nail cuticle
The growth of the nail plate is affected by all of the following EXCEPT:
Exercise
Nutrition
General health
Genes
Which type of disorder of the sudoriferous glands is characterized by sweating even when the temperature is cool?
Anhidrosis
Bromhidrosis
Hyperhidrosis
Miliaria rubra
