exam Flashcards
Pterygium of the nail can occur at either the hyponychium or at the…
eponychium
the study of the structure and growth of the nail is called
onychology
a thickening of the nail plate or an abnormal outgrowth of the nail is called
onychauxis
what condition refers to an excess of living skin that can remain attached to the nail plate and disrupt normal nail growth
pterygium
the location of the cuticle is described as what
overlapping tissue around the nail
the live tissue at the base of the nail is called what
eponychium
what is the nail condition that can be indicated by a green discolouration on the nail plate
bacterial infection
systemic or long term illness or nerve disturbance can cause kolionychia also known as what
spoon nails
a protein substance found in nails and hair
keratin
the folds of skin on either side of the nail groove are called the
sidewalls
if signs of a bacterial infection are found prior to performing a nail service what steps should be taken
refer client to doctor
a healthy nail is smooth, curved, translucent, pinkish in colour and what
without hollows or ridges
the nail disease reffered to as a ringworm of the nail is
onychomycosis
the primary purpose of the free edge of the nail is to
protect the tip of the finger or toe
onychia is an inflammation of the what
nail matrix
if a nail is lost through disease or infection what may often happen to the regrown nail?
grows back disorted
onychorrhexis is a term indicating the nail condition called
split/brittle nails
another name for a split or brittle nail is
onychorrhexis
the active tissue that generates cells which harden as they move outward to form the nail plate is called the nail what
matrix
what is the average growth rate of nails in adults?
1/8 inch per month
what is not correct about onychomycosis
caused by biting nail
tinea pedis appears as itching and peeling of the skin on the feet and must be
refer to doctor
improper filing, injuries, or harsh chemicals could be causes of what?
split nails
the nail plate rests on which area of the nail
nail bed
guess what im eating?
popCORRRRRN
which of the following conditions can be caused by a nervous habit
nail matrix
the lunula is the half moon and is the visible part of the of the what
athletes foot
which nail structure consists of many nerves and blood vessels that supply nourishment
nail bed
what part of the nail contains lymph, blood vessels, and nerves that create cells
matrix
what is the living tissue that overlies the nail plate on the side of the nail
perionychium
the nail bed is attached to the bone by specialized
ligaments
which of the following terms is considered an appendage of the skin
nail
another term for bitten nails is what
onychopagy
the living tissue under the free edge of the nail is
hyponychium
the part of the nail plate that extends beyond the end of the finger is called the what
free edge
the disorder in which the nail grows into the edge of the nail grooves causing an ingrown is called
onychcryptosis
all of the following identify possible causes of paronychia except
systematic disease
under normal circumstances the growth of a new finger nail takes how long
4-6 months
onychoptosis refers to as
shedding or falling off of nails
indented vertical lines down the nail plate that may be caused by illness or injury are called what
furrows
if the nail falls off what nail structure has been permanently damaged
matrix
what condition can result when the cuticle becomes overly dry and splits
hangnail
uneven growth of the nail may cause
wavy ridges
any disease, disorder, or condition of the nail is called
onychosis
which of the following nail diseases is NOT caused by fungus
paronychia
loosening or separation of the nail is referred to as
onycholysis
an essential oil that is soothing and healing is
chamomile
what massage movement is performed by kneading the muscles between the thumb and fingers
petrissage
what should be considered when helping a client decide what nail shape would be the best for them
activities and hobies
a polish technique that creates a natural looking effect on nails is called
french polish
how should the nails be filed while performing a manicure
corner to centre
the most common nail shape worn by men is
round
what massage movement utilizes a light tapping or slapping movement
tapotment
what is the controlled use of highly fragranced oils for a specific outcome
aromatherapy
