Chapter 13: Manicuring

Question 1

The list of services that you are legally allowed to perform in your specialty as set forth by the regulatory agency in your state is known as your ………

Answer 1

scope of practice

Question 2

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

Answer 2

40- to 60-watt incandescent

Question 3

The Universal Precautions included guidelines on using gloves, masks, and eyewear when contact with blood or …… is possible.

Answer 3

body secretions

Question 4

The fingerbowl is used for soaking the client’s fingers in warm water to soften the skin and can be made of plastic, ……….., or glass.

Answer 4

metal

Question 5

Disinfection containers must ……. to ensure the disinfectant solution does not become contaminated.

Answer 5

have a lid

Question 5

Electric mitts are used to…….

Answer 5

Provide for the ultimate relaxation of the client.

Question 5

What should you use to cover the client’s arm cushion?

Answer 5

a clean towel

Question 6

Multiple use and single-use tools used to perform nail services are called……

Answer 6

implements

Question 6

Disposable implements …….

Answer 6

must be thrown away after a single use

Question 7

Tweezers are multitask implements that can be used to …….

Answer 7

lift small bits of debris from nail plate

Question 8

Which of the following is used to shorten the nail plate quickly and effectively?

Answer 8

nail clippers

Question 9

How many complete sets of implements should a professional nail technician have on hand?

Answer 9

three

Question 10

The rule of thumb with nail files is the lower the grit, ………..

Answer 10

the more aggressive its action

Question 11

A buffer with a grit of 180 is considered to be a …… -grit abrasive

Answer 11

medium

Question 12

Fine-grit abrasives are NOT recommended for

Answer 12

shortening the nail

Question 13

Soap acts as an infection-control tool during the preservice hand-washing procedure and is known to remove over ….. % of pathogenic microbes from the hands if performed correctly.

Answer 13

90

Question 14

What are the 2 basic types of polish removers?

Answer 14

acetone and non-acetone

Question 15

Nail creams are designed to ……

Answer 15

Hold subdermal moisture in the skin

Question 16

Which of the following is designed to loosen and dissolve dead tissue on the nail plate so it can be more easily and thoroughly removed from the nail plate?

Answer 16

cuticle remover

Question 17

Protein hardener is commonly composed of what two ingredients?

Answer 17

clear polish and collagen

Question 18

Nail plate hardeners contain methylene glycol, and ingredient that creates …… between the keratin strands that make up the natural nails

Answer 18

bridges or cross-links

Question 19

Compared to methylene glycol hardeners, dimethyl urea hardeners …..

Answer 19

work more slowly

Question 20

A base coat creates a colorless layer on the natural nail and nail enhancement that promotes …..

Answer 20

the adhesive of polish

Question 21

It is recommended that you work to get your basic manicure procedure to …… before you leave your school environment.

Answer 21

30-45 minutes

Question 22

Steps in manicuring:

Answer 22

1. remove old polish
2. cut and file nails
3. soak nails
4. prepare cuticles
5. hand cream
6. apply base coat
7. apply top coat

Question 23

The …… nail is completely straight across the free edge, with no rounding at the outside edges.

Answer 23

square

Question 24

The ….. nail is one with a square-free edge that is rounded off at the corner edges.

Answer 24

squoval

Question 25

Lighter shades are generally recommended for which seasons?

Answer 25

spring and summer

Question 26

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

Answer 26

rolling the bottle between your palms

Question 27

The most successful nail polish application is achieved by applying how many coats?

Answer 27

four

Question 28

A man’s manicure is performed using the same procedures described in the basic manicure, though you omit the colored polish and ……

Answer 28

buff with a high-shine buffer

Question 29

The manipulation of the soft tissues of the body is called …..

Answer 29

massage

Question 30

Which type of massage is also known as kneading?

Answer 30

petrissage

Question 31

Results-oriented spa manicures are sometimes called …..

Answer 31

treatment manicures

Question 32

Which of the following involves the use of highly concentrated, non-oily, and volatile essential oils?

Answer 32

aromatherapy

Question 33

Paraffin wax treatments are designed to trap moisture in the skin while the …… encourages skin pores to accept its benefit.

Answer 33

heat

Question 34

Avoid paraffin treatments on anyone who has ….. or skin irritations such as cuts, burns, rashes, warts, or eczema.

Answer 34

impaired circulation

Question 35

….. is a petroleum by-product that has excellent sealing properties (barrier qualities) to hold moisture in the skin.

Answer 35

paraffin

Question 36

When preforming a basic manicure, it is recommended that you start with the ….

Answer 36

little finger on the client’s left hand.

Question 37

The second step in a preservice procedure is to …..

Answer 37

Rinse implements and wash with soap, a nail brush, and warm water.

Question 38

In preparation for a hand massage, apply massage lotion or cream and distribute enough to allow movement across skin without resistance or …..

Answer 38

skin drag

Question 39

The third step in a post-service procedure is to…

Answer 39

escort the client to the front desk and schedule next appointment

Question 40

The drying time after a nail polish application should be a ….. minimum

Answer 40

10 minutes

Question 41

How long should you allow paraffin to remain on the client’s hands during a paraffin wax treatment?

Answer 41

5-10 minutes