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Ch 25 Flashcards

1
Q

What cosmetic treatment of the hands involves cutting, shaping, and often painting of the nails, removal of the cuticles, and softening of the skin?

a. Hand massage
b. Manicure
c. Pedicure
d. Nail buffing

A

b. Manicure

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_____ services are currently the fastest-growing services on salon and spa menus.

a. Hand and foot massage
b. Manicure and pedicure
c. Haircut and blowdry
d. Color and highlighting

A

b. Manicure and pedicure

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Fashion continuously changes, and a professional cosmetologist should always _____ new trends and services in all facets of the beauty industry.

a. be wary of
b. adopt
c. stay current with
d. establish

A

c. stay current with

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Clients most enjoy the _____ that manicures provide.

a. nail cleanup
b. nail polishing
c. exfoliating
d. pampering

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d. pampering

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

a. scope of practice
b. ethical guidelines
c. business practices
d. services of salon

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a. scope of practice

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_____ provides guidelines for protecting cosmetologists from chemicals that can affect your health.

a. State Board of Cosmetology
b. OSHA
c. The salon or spa
d. MSDS

A

b. OSHA

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What is the main health issue that a cosmetologist may experience?

a. Repetitive motion injury
b. Varicose veins
c. Hypersensitivity
d. Colds and flu

A

c. Hypersensitivity

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A standard manicuring table is usually _____ long, and most often includes a drawer and shelf for storing clean and disinfected implements and professional products.

a. 16–21 inches
b. 25–30 inches
c. 36–48 inches
d. 48–56 inches

A

c. 36–48 inches

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9
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Most cosmetologists prefer _____ fluorescent bulb lamps because they show the skin and polishes in their actual color in natural light.

a. cooler
b. warmer
c. white
d. true-color

A

d. true-color

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10
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The nail professional’s chair should be selected for durability, comfort, ergonomics, and ease of _____.

a. portability
b. cleaning
c. communication
d. replacement

A

b. cleaning

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11
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Which implement is durable, easy-to-use, made of plastic, metal, glass, or ceramic, and used for soaking the client’s fingers in warm water to soften the skin and cuticle?

a. Water bowl
b. Finger bowl
c. Basin
d. Disposable paper bowl

A

b. Finger bowl

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12
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Implements requiring disinfection should be placed in a covered container large enough for them to be _____.

a. partially immersed
b. seen easily
c. completely immersed
d. hidden

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c. completely immersed

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13
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Implements should be removed from a disinfectant solution using a lift tray or basket, tongs, tweezers, and _____ to ensure that the disinfectant does not come into contact with the skin.

a. fingers
b. hands
c. spatulas
d. gloves

A

d. gloves

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Prior to being placed in a disinfectant solution, implements must be _____.

a. tested
b. wiped dry
c. thoroughly cleansed
d. used

A

c. thoroughly cleansed

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What size of foam cushion is specifically made for the comfort of the client’s arms when performing nail services?

a. 5–7 inches
b. 8–12 inches
c. 12–15 inches
d. 18–20 inches

A

b. 8–12 inches

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16
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A trash container _____ is one of the best ways to prevent excessive odors and vapors in the salon.

a. with a perforated lid
b. made of plastic
c. in a cylindrical shape
d. with a self-closing lid

A

d. with a self-closing lid

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17
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A nail polish _____ is designed to shorten the time necessary for the client’s nail polish to dry.

a. dryer
b. top coat
c. dehydrator
d. polymer

A

a. dryer

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18
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Which tool is NOT designed to dry traditional nail polish?

a. Nail polish dryer
b. UVA or LED lamp
c. Light-bulb-type dryer
d. Top coat

A

b. UVA or LED lamp

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19
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What is the ideal temperature for a paraffin bath?

a. Between 90–98 degrees Fahrenheit
b. Between 105–115 degrees Fahrenheit
c. Between 125–130 degrees Fahrenheit
d. Between 145–150 degrees Fahrenheit

A

c. Between 125–130 degrees Fahrenheit

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20
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What is a petroleum by-product that has excellent sealing properties to hold moisture in the skin?

a. Paraffin
b. Essential oil
c. Dimethyl urea
d. Methylene glycol

A

a. Paraffin

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21
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What is one of the most effective ways to ensure safe working conditions in a salon, and especially a nail salon?

a. A local source capture ventilation system
b. Rubber floor mats
c. Clean A/C filters
d. Sterilization procedures

A

a. A local source capture ventilation system

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22
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What term describes the tools used to perform manicure services that are either reusable or disposable?

a. Implements
b. Supplies
c. Buffers
d. Instruments

A

a. Implements

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23
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_____ implements, also known as reusable implements, are generally stainless steel because they must be properly cleaned and disinfected after use in one client and prior to use on another. Less-expensive metal implements will corrode during disinfection and sterilization.

a. Single-use
b. Multiuse
c. Sterile
d. Galvanized

A

b. Multiuse

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24
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_____ implements without properly cleaning and disinfecting them is against the law in every state.

a. Recycling
b. Reusing
c. Disposing of
d. Buying used

A

b. Reusing

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25
Q

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

a. wooden pusher
b. cuticle remover
c. metal pusher
d. nail file

A

c. metal pusher

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26
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What are tiny, often unseen openings in the skin, which can allow microbes to enter the skin, leading to infection?

a. Cuts or scraps
b. Abrasions
c. Microtraumas
d. Microtears

A

c. Microtraumas

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27
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What is a stainless steel implement used to carefully trim away dead skin around the nails?

a. Metal pusher
b. Nail nipper
c. Tweezer
d. Nail clipper

A

b. Nail nipper

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28
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What are multitask implements for lifting small bits of debris from the nail plate, retrieving and placing nail art, removing implements from disinfectant solutions, and much more?

a. Metal pusher
b. Nail nipper
c. Tweezer
d. Nail clipper

A

c. Tweezer

29
Q

What is a stainless steel implement that can shorten the free edge of the nail quickly and efficiently?

a. Metal pusher
b. Nail nipper
c. Tweezer
d. Nail clipper

A

d. Nail clipper

30
Q

Single-use or disposable implements are used _____ on a client then discarded, preferable while the client can view it being done.

a. once
b. twice
c. indefinitely
d. until they wear out or break

A

a. once

31
Q

What single-use implement is used to remove cuticle tissue from the nail plate, to clean under the free edge of the nail, or to apply products?

a. Wooden pusher
b. Metal pusher
c. Cuticle nipper
d. Nail clippers

A

a. Wooden pusher

32
Q

Cotton used on the end of a wooden pusher should be changed _____.

a. when wet
b. after each use
c. after each client
d. when messy

A

b. after each use

33
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Brushes used in nail polish and other products that are not capable of harboring or supporting the growth of pathogenic microbes are _____.

a. treated the same as disposable brushes
b. disposed of immediately after use
c. exceptions to the single-use rule
d. used until they wear out or break

A

c. exceptions to the single-use rule

34
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_____ are personal protective equipment (PPE), worn to protect the cosmetologist from exposure to microbes during service. a. Masks

b. Aprons
c. Hairnets
d. Gloves

A

d. Gloves

35
Q

What type of gloves are recommended by OSHA because they provide more protection from chemicals?

a. Nitrile
b. Latex
c. Vinyl
d. Paper

A

a. Nitrile

36
Q

Choose a protective mask designed specifically for dusts, mists, and _____ to ensure the mask will be effective in the salon setting.

a. fluids
b. molds
c. airborne pathogens
d. fit

A

b. molds

37
Q

As a rule of thumb, the lower the grit on an abrasive nail file, the more _____ its action will be.

a. smoothing
b. flexible
c. refining
d. aggressive

A

d. aggressive

38
Q

Rubbing another clean, unused file across the edge of a new file in order to remove any sharp edges before use is called _____. a. file prepping

b. sanding
c. roughing up
d. buffing

A

a. file prepping

39
Q

What is shaped like a two-sided nail file, long and narrow, with one or two additional grit abrasives and a final shine surface?

a. Two-way buffer
b. Chamois buffer
c. Terry cloth
d. Gauze

A

a. Two-way buffer

40
Q

Containers that create the perfect environment for pathogens to grow and reproduce are _____.

a. unsealed
b. ventilated
c. airtight
d. paper

A

c. airtight

41
Q

What is the best color for your terry cloth towels?

a. White
b. Coordinated with salon image colors
c. Black
d. Brown

A

a. White

42
Q

Gauze squares, also called _____, have many uses in manicure services, from product removal to application.

a. two by twos
b. four by fours
c. pledgets
d. pads

A

c. pledgets

43
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A disposable plastic or reusable metal spatula must be used for removing products from their respective containers to prevent _____ of the products and the spread of disease.

a. excessive use
b. spillage
c. confusion among
d. contamination

A

d. contamination

44
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What is used to clean the cosmetologist’s and client’s hands before a service begins because it is known to remove over 90 percent of pathogenic microbes from the hands?

a. Hand sanitizer
b. Soap
c. Disinfectant
d. Sterile water

A

b. Soap

45
Q

_____ is a colorless, inflammable liquid, with a sweetish odor and burning taste that is used a solvent to quickly remove nail polish.

a. Alcohol
b. Peroxide
c. Acetone
d. Paint thinner

A

c. Acetone

46
Q

Which type of nail polish remover is recommended when removing nail polish from nail enhancements such as wraps?

a. Acetone
b. Non-acetone
c. Both acetone and non-acetone
d. Neither acetone nor non-acetone

A

b. Non-acetone

47
Q

Nail products designed to soften dry skin around the nail plate and increase the flexibility of the natural nail are _____.

a. creams and oils
b. removers and polish
c. cuticle removers and soap
d. acetone or ethyl acetate

A

a. creams and oils

48
Q

Nail _____ can penetrate the nail plate or skin and will have longer-lasting moisturizing effects.

a. creams
b. oils
c. cuticle removers
d. lotions

A

b. oils

49
Q

What term describes any type of solvent-based colored film applied to the nail plate for the purpose of adding color or special visual effects?

a. Polish
b. Cream
c. Paint
d. Polish remover

A

a. Polish

50
Q

What form of high-demand nail color lasts 10–21 days and helps prevent the constant smudging clients experience after a manicure?

a. Colored polish
b. French manicure
c. Gel polish
d. Acrylic nails

A

c. Gel polish

51
Q

A colorless polish layer applied to the natural nail to improve the adhesion of polish is a _____.

a. top coat
b. protection coat
c. cuticle coat
d. base coat

A

d. base coat

52
Q

Nail hardeners that are useful for thin, weak nail plates, and that should never be applied to hard, rigid, or brittle nail plates contain _____.

a. cellulose formers
b. methylene glycol
c. conditioners
d. ammonia

A

b. methylene glycol

53
Q

Polish applied to prevent chipping and give the nails a glossy, finished appearance is a _____.

a. base coat
b. top coat
c. conditioning coat
d. nail hardener

A

b. top coat

54
Q

_____ is known as a major cause of aging and skin cancer.

a. Overexposure to the sun
b. Toxic cleaners
c. Contaminated water
d. Poor skin care

A

a. Overexposure to the sun

55
Q

_____ is the last step in a perfect manicure.

a. The hand massage
b. Polishing
c. Buffing
d. Filing

A

b. Polishing

56
Q

Nails that are completely straight across with no rounding at the edges are _____.

a. oval
b. square
c. rounded
d. squoval

A

b. square

57
Q

Nails that are slightly tapered and extend just past the fingertip are _____.

a. pointed
b. squoval
c. round
d. square

A

c. round

58
Q

The greatest success applying nail polish is achieved by using _____.

a. one coat
b. two coats
c. four coats
d. five coats

A

c. four coats

59
Q

Most men tend to need _____ work than women on their nails and skin when they go in for a service.

a. a little more
b. a little less
c. about the same amount of
d. totally different

A

a. a little more

60
Q

What service involves the succession of strokes in which the hands glide over an area of the body with varying degrees of pressure or contact?

a. Effleurage
b. Pétrissage
c. Cleansing
d. Tapotement

A

a. Effleurage

61
Q

Which type of movement incorporates various strokes that manipulate or press one layer of tissue over another?

a. Effleurage
b. Pétrissage
c. Friction
d. Tapotement

A

c. Friction

62
Q

What is the relaxing massage movement that should be perfected, varied, and expertly used during a manicure?

a. Tapotement
b. Friction
c. Effleurage
d. Petrissage

A

c. Effleurage

63
Q

Spa manicures typically include a relaxing massage and some form of _____.

a. exfoliation
b. extension
c. oil-based treatment
d. colored polish

A

a. exfoliation

64
Q

The practice of _____ involves the use of highly concentrated, non-oily, and volatile essential oils.

a. exfoliation
b. aromatherapy
c. massage
d. spa services

A

b. aromatherapy

65
Q

_____ are extracted using various forms of distillation from seeds, bark, roots, wood, and/or resin of plants.

a. Herbs
b. Roots
c. Essential oils
d. Perfumes

A

c. Essential oils

66
Q

Total immersion of implements during disinfection is a requirement of the _____.

a. PPA
b. EPA
c. FDA
d. OSHA

A

b. EPA

67
Q

Natural nails should be filed _____.

a. from center to sides
b. back and forth
c. from sides to center
d. deep into the corner

A

c. from sides to center

68
Q

To bevel the nail, hold a medium-grit abrasive board at a _____.

a. 180-degree angle
b. 90-degree angle
c. 60-degree angle
d. 45-degree angle

A

d. 45-degree angle

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