exam

Question 1

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

Answer 1

eponychium

Question 2

the study of the structure and growth of the nail is called

Answer 2

onychology

Question 3

a thickening of the nail plate or an abnormal outgrowth of the nail is called

Answer 3

onychauxis

Question 4

what condition refers to an excess of living skin that can remain attached to the nail plate and disrupt normal nail growth

Answer 4

pterygium

Question 5

the location of the cuticle is described as what

Answer 5

overlapping tissue around the nail

Question 6

the live tissue at the base of the nail is called what

Answer 6

eponychium

Question 7

what is the nail condition that can be indicated by a green discolouration on the nail plate

Answer 7

bacterial infection

Question 8

systemic or long term illness or nerve disturbance can cause kolionychia also known as what

Answer 8

spoon nails

Question 9

a protein substance found in nails and hair

Answer 9

keratin

Question 10

the folds of skin on either side of the nail groove are called the

Answer 10

sidewalls

Question 11

if signs of a bacterial infection are found prior to performing a nail service what steps should be taken

Answer 11

refer client to doctor

Question 12

a healthy nail is smooth, curved, translucent, pinkish in colour and what

Answer 12

without hollows or ridges

Question 13

the nail disease reffered to as a ringworm of the nail is

Answer 13

onychomycosis

Question 14

the primary purpose of the free edge of the nail is to

Answer 14

protect the tip of the finger or toe

Question 15

onychia is an inflammation of the what

Answer 15

nail matrix

Question 16

if a nail is lost through disease or infection what may often happen to the regrown nail?

Answer 16

grows back disorted

Question 17

onychorrhexis is a term indicating the nail condition called

Answer 17

split/brittle nails

Question 18

another name for a split or brittle nail is

Answer 18

onychorrhexis

Question 19

the active tissue that generates cells which harden as they move outward to form the nail plate is called the nail what

Answer 19

matrix

Question 20

what is the average growth rate of nails in adults?

Answer 20

1/8 inch per month

Question 21

what is not correct about onychomycosis

Answer 21

caused by biting nail

Question 22

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

Answer 22

refer to doctor

Question 23

improper filing, injuries, or harsh chemicals could be causes of what?

Answer 23

split nails

Question 24

the nail plate rests on which area of the nail

Answer 24

nail bed

Question 25

guess what im eating?

Answer 25

popCORRRRRN

Question 26

which of the following conditions can be caused by a nervous habit

Answer 26

nail matrix

Question 27

the lunula is the half moon and is the visible part of the of the what

Answer 27

athletes foot

Question 28

which nail structure consists of many nerves and blood vessels that supply nourishment

Answer 28

nail bed

Question 29

what part of the nail contains lymph, blood vessels, and nerves that create cells

Answer 29

matrix

Question 30

what is the living tissue that overlies the nail plate on the side of the nail

Answer 30

perionychium

Question 31

the nail bed is attached to the bone by specialized

Answer 31

ligaments

Question 32

which of the following terms is considered an appendage of the skin

Answer 32

nail

Question 33

another term for bitten nails is what

Answer 33

onychopagy

Question 34

the living tissue under the free edge of the nail is

Answer 34

hyponychium

Question 35

the part of the nail plate that extends beyond the end of the finger is called the what

Answer 35

free edge

Question 36

the disorder in which the nail grows into the edge of the nail grooves causing an ingrown is called

Answer 36

onychcryptosis

Question 37

all of the following identify possible causes of paronychia except

Answer 37

systematic disease

Question 38

under normal circumstances the growth of a new finger nail takes how long

Answer 38

4-6 months

Question 39

onychoptosis refers to as

Answer 39

shedding or falling off of nails

Question 40

indented vertical lines down the nail plate that may be caused by illness or injury are called what

Answer 40

furrows

Question 41

if the nail falls off what nail structure has been permanently damaged

Answer 41

matrix

Question 42

what condition can result when the cuticle becomes overly dry and splits

Answer 42

hangnail

Question 43

uneven growth of the nail may cause

Answer 43

wavy ridges

Question 44

any disease, disorder, or condition of the nail is called

Answer 44

onychosis

Question 45

which of the following nail diseases is NOT caused by fungus

Answer 45

paronychia

Question 46

loosening or separation of the nail is referred to as

Answer 46

onycholysis

Question 47

an essential oil that is soothing and healing is

Answer 47

chamomile

Question 48

what massage movement is performed by kneading the muscles between the thumb and fingers

Answer 48

petrissage

Question 49

what should be considered when helping a client decide what nail shape would be the best for them

Answer 49

activities and hobies

Question 50

a polish technique that creates a natural looking effect on nails is called

Answer 50

french polish

Question 51

how should the nails be filed while performing a manicure

Answer 51

corner to centre

Question 52

the most common nail shape worn by men is

Answer 52

round

Question 53

what massage movement utilizes a light tapping or slapping movement

Answer 53

tapotment

Question 54

what is the controlled use of highly fragranced oils for a specific outcome

Answer 54

aromatherapy