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1
Q

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

A

eponychium

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2
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the study of the structure and growth of the nail is called

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onychology

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3
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a thickening of the nail plate or an abnormal outgrowth of the nail is called

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onychauxis

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4
Q

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

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pterygium

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5
Q

the location of the cuticle is described as what

A

overlapping tissue around the nail

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6
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the live tissue at the base of the nail is called what

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eponychium

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7
Q

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

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bacterial infection

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8
Q

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

A

spoon nails

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9
Q

a protein substance found in nails and hair

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keratin

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10
Q

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

A

sidewalls

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11
Q

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

A

refer client to doctor

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12
Q

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

A

without hollows or ridges

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13
Q

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

A

onychomycosis

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14
Q

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

A

protect the tip of the finger or toe

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15
Q

onychia is an inflammation of the what

A

nail matrix

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16
Q

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

A

grows back disorted

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17
Q

onychorrhexis is a term indicating the nail condition called

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split/brittle nails

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18
Q

another name for a split or brittle nail is

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onychorrhexis

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19
Q

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

A

matrix

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20
Q

what is the average growth rate of nails in adults?

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1/8 inch per month

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21
Q

what is not correct about onychomycosis

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caused by biting nail

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22
Q

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

A

refer to doctor

23
Q

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

A

split nails

24
Q

the nail plate rests on which area of the nail

A

nail bed

25
Q

guess what im eating?

A

popCORRRRRN

26
Q

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

A

nail matrix

27
Q

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

A

athletes foot

28
Q

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

A

nail bed

29
Q

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

A

matrix

30
Q

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

A

perionychium

31
Q

the nail bed is attached to the bone by specialized

A

ligaments

32
Q

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

A

nail

33
Q

another term for bitten nails is what

A

onychopagy

34
Q

the living tissue under the free edge of the nail is

A

hyponychium

35
Q

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

A

free edge

36
Q

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

A

onychcryptosis

37
Q

all of the following identify possible causes of paronychia except

A

systematic disease

38
Q

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

A

4-6 months

39
Q

onychoptosis refers to as

A

shedding or falling off of nails

40
Q

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

A

furrows

41
Q

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

A

matrix

42
Q

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

A

hangnail

43
Q

uneven growth of the nail may cause

A

wavy ridges

44
Q

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

A

onychosis

45
Q

which of the following nail diseases is NOT caused by fungus

A

paronychia

46
Q

loosening or separation of the nail is referred to as

A

onycholysis

47
Q

an essential oil that is soothing and healing is

A

chamomile

48
Q

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

A

petrissage

49
Q

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

A

activities and hobies

50
Q

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

A

french polish

51
Q

how should the nails be filed while performing a manicure

A

corner to centre

52
Q

the most common nail shape worn by men is

A

round

53
Q

what massage movement utilizes a light tapping or slapping movement

A

tapotment

54
Q

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

A

aromatherapy

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