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Chapter Fourteen: The Study of Nails Flashcards

1
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Considered appendages of the skin:

A

nails

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2
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The primary purpose of the free edge of the nail is to:

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protect the tip of the finger and/or toe

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3
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The folds of skin on either side of the nail groove are called the:

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nail wall

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4
Q

The lunula is the point where the:

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nail matrix and nail bed meet

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5
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The nail structure that overlaps the lunula at the base of the nail:

A

eponychium

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6
Q

The loose and pliable overlapping skin around the nail:

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cuticle

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7
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Tissue that generates cells that harden as they move outward from the root to the nail is called the:

A

matrix

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8
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Attached at the base of the nail, under the skin and inside the mantle:

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nail root

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9
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Deep pocket like area that holds the root and the matrix of the nail:

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mantle

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10
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Nail structure consisting of many nerves and blood vessels that supply nourishment:

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nail bed

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11
Q

The nail is attached to the bone by:

A

ligaments

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12
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The tracks on either side of the nail that the nail moves on as it grows:

A

grooves

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13
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The skin that touches, overlaps and surrounds the nail:

A

peronychium

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14
Q

The skin under the free edge nail:

A

hyponychium

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15
Q

NOT an indication of decreasing rate of nail growth

A

summer

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16
Q

The growth of a new nail plate take about:

A

4 to 6 months

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17
Q

Permanent distortion can occur if the nail is lost due to trauma and:

A

when the nail bed and the matrix are injured

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18
Q

The average growth rate of nails in adults:

A

1/8 inch per month

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19
Q

Any disease, disorder or condition of the nail:

A

onychosis

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20
Q

Nails with a sign of disease require:

A

referral to a physician

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21
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A healthy nail is smooth, curved, translucent, pinkish in color and:

A

is without hollows or wavy ridges

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22
Q

Technical name for ringworm of the nail:

A

onychomycosis

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23
Q

Tinea pedis appears as itching and peeling of the skin on the feet and must be:

A

referred to a physician

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24
Q

nail disease NOT caused by fungus

A

onychatrophia

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25
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NOT a cause of paronychia:

A

systemic disease

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26
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Onychia is an inflammation of the:

A

nail matrix

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27
Q

Systemic, long term illness or nervous disturbance can cause:

A

spoon nails

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28
Q

Vertical lines down the nail plate that may be caused by illness or injury:

A

furrows

29
Q

An increased curvature of the nail indicates:

A

onychogryposis

30
Q

The disorder in which the nail grows into the edge of the nail grooves causing ingrown nails:

A

onychocryptosis

31
Q

Trimming toenails straight across can help avoid:

A

ingrown toenails

32
Q

Another name for onychauxis:

A

hypertrophy

33
Q

Thickening of the nail plate or an abnormal outgrowth of the nail:

A

onychauxis

34
Q

Condition when the cuticle becomes overly dry and splits:

A

hangnail

35
Q

Blood trapped under the nail;

A

bruised nail

36
Q

Small white spots in the nail which may be caused by an injury:

A

euconychia

37
Q

Pterygium of the nail can occur at either the hyponychium or at the:

A

eponychium

38
Q

Correct response if a client has signs of onychophagy:

A

offer to perform a weekly service, including polish

39
Q

Condition caused by nervous habit:

A

onychophagy

40
Q

Improper filing, injuries or harsh chemicals could be the cause of:

A

split nails

41
Q

Onychorrhexis is a term indicating:

A

split or brittle nails

42
Q

Nail condition caused by trapped moisture with a yellow-green discoloration that turns black and begins to smell bad:

A

nail fungus

43
Q

Discoloration of the nail can indicate a serious problem in the:

A

nail bed

44
Q

When discovering nail fungus on a clients hands or feet the salon professional needs to:

A

refer client to a physician

45
Q

When determining the shape of a client’s nails:

A

enhance the client’s natural nail shape

46
Q

Shortens, shapes and smooths rough edges of natural nails:

A

emery board

47
Q

Used to remove nail stains:

A

nail bleach

48
Q

The function of a nail dryer:

A

aid in fast drying and protection from being sticky or dull

49
Q

The finger bowl should contain warm water and:

A

liquid soap

50
Q

The wattage for a bulb in a lamp used for close detail work:

A

40 watt

51
Q

Proper disinfecting procedure for implements folling a manicure:

A

wash implements with soap and water before placing in disinfectant:

52
Q

How often the soaking solution for the finger bowl be replaced:

A

after every client

53
Q

Implements involved in a blood spill incident should be:

A

disinfected with a broad spectrum disinfectant

54
Q

When removing polish from the nails, work from:

A

base to tip

55
Q

When to offer a hand massage during a manicure:

A

prior to painting the nails

56
Q

During a manicure you must remove any traces of oil, lotion or cream:

A

before applying the base coat

57
Q

Nail polish should be applied:

A

using light sweeping strokes

58
Q

What should you use to remove excess polish at the edge of the nail:

A

an orangewood stick wrapped in cotton with the tip saturated in polish remover

59
Q

Nail polish should be applied:

A

over the base coat

60
Q

While massaging during a pedicure apply pressure to the muscular tissue on either side of the:

A

the shinbone

61
Q

Brittle nails or dry, aging hands could receive benefit from:

A

hot oil or cream manicuring

62
Q

Following an acrylic nail service, brushes should be cleaned:

A

in brush cleaner

63
Q

Avoid acetone polish remover on:

A

plastic nail tips

64
Q

How much of the nail bed should a nail tip cover:

A

1/3 to 1/2

65
Q

A dehydrant is used to help remove moisture and oil and to prevent the growth of:

A

bacteria

66
Q

When should a dehydrating product be applied to the nail during a service?

A

before applying a nail form

67
Q

After applying the primer during a sculptured nail service, you should:

A

avoid touching the nail

68
Q

Re-balancing the nail during a fill-in nail service means to file and buff the nail to blend:

A

remaining acrylic to new growth area

69
Q

If a nail fungus is found prior to performing a fill in nail service, what steps would be taken:

A

remove the artificial nail

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