Small Services Exam Jan 5 Flashcards
The _____ produces the nail as its cells undergo a reproducing and hardening process.
The Matrix
The ____ is located at the base of the nail, light moon colour of this is due to the reflection of light where the ____ and connective tissue of nail bed joins.
The Lunula and the Matrix
List 3 parts of the nail
- Nail Plate
- Nail root
- Free Edge
How long does it take to replace a nail?
It takes 4 months
What is the difference between nail conditioner and nail hardener?
Nail conditioner is for dry peeling nails
Nail hardener is for weak fragile nails
When should you buy shoes and why?
In the afternoon because your feet can swell up to half a size during the day
What would you use on a client with a non inflamed ingrown toenail?
Cut, corner file, and buff
_____ is the technical term for wart
Verruca
____ is the cause of all warts
HPV
List the benefits for paraffin
Makes skin soft, supple, and adds moisture
List 5 contraindications to paraffin
- Varicose veins
- Poor circulation
- Skin disease
- Open wounds
- Hyper sensitive skin
What are 3 acquired foot conditions?
- Hammer toes
- Flat foot
- Corns
What are 3 congenital foot conditions?
- Web toes
- Club foot
- Not enough toes
Describe athletes foot and list the cause
A fungal infection caused by severe dehydration, excessive perspiration, barefoot in public areas, carpets and floors.
Describe depilation
Hair removal at the skins surface (shaving, cutting, depilatory creams)
