Nails Tet Flashcards
Which part of the nail serves as a watertight seal that protects the matrix against infection?
The cuticle
The part of the nail that extends beyond the end of the finger is called?
Free edge
- The living tissue that overlies the nail plate on the side of the nail is known as the?
Perionychium
- The nail plate rests on which area of the nail?
Nail bed
The study of the structure and growth of the nails is called?
Onychology
A protein substance found in nails, skin and hair is?
Keratin
Another term for tenia pedis is?
Athletes foot
A loosening or separation of the nail is referred to as
Onycholysis
Another name for split or brittle nails is 
Onychorrehexis
Another term for a bitten and nails is
Onychophagy
Manicure refers to the cosmetic care of the
Hands and fingernails
The most common nail shape worn by men is I changed it because it was the wrong answer
Round
A benefit of massage is
Increase blood circulation to skin, tighter firmer muscles
A stroking or circular massage movement that is soothing a relaxing is
Effleurage
- A type of massage method that uses pressure on specific points of the hands and feet is known as:
Reflexology