Nail Specialty Written Exam 2020 - Version 1

According to NYS law, how long do temporary nail specialty licenses last after issuance?

6 months

For how many years can passing grades for practical and written nail specialty examinations be applied toward licensure?

2 years

Which item is ALWAYS PROHIBITED in an appearance enhancement workplace according to NYS Department of State?

Razor blade

Which item can be used in an appearance enhancement workplace only if it is exclusively for one person?

Pumice stone

What is presumptive evidence of noncompliance in an appearance enhancement workplace?

Absence of scalable rigid containers

What is defined as the physical removal of all visible dust, soil, and any other foreign material from an object?

Cleaning

Disinfections must be accomplished using hospital grade disinfectants registered by which agency?

Environmental Protection Agency

What are substances that can alter the genetic material of a living cell known as?

Mutagens

What is the name of the detailed information bulletin prepared by the manufacturer or importer of a chemical?

MSDS

Any liquid having a flashpoint below 100 F is considered what?

Volatile

What is classified as any substance that can cause acute or chronic injury to the human body?

Toxic

What are adverse health effects with symptoms that develop rapidly called?

Acute

Alkalis are also known as what?

Bases

What level of decontamination completely destroys all living organisms?

Sterilization

Using an antiseptic on the nails is an example of what type of decontamination?

Disinfection

Which type of disinfectants is generally odorless, colorless, non-toxic, and stable?

Quaternary ammonium compound

Extra care should be taken to avoid skin contact with which type of disinfectant solutions?

Quad

What is the jellylike substance that makes up all living cells called?

Cytoplasm

What are methylhexyl and isopropyl classified as?

Alcohols

Which type of disinfectants is NOT recommended for salons in any form?

Formalin

What are specialized groups of cells of the same kind called?

Tissues

What is the most preferred and effective method of physically sterilizing salon implements?

Autoclave

Which organ removes toxic products of digestion?

Liver

What is the process during which cells absorb and store water, food, and oxygen for cell growth and repair?

Anabolism

Which system of the human body supplies the body with oxygen?

The Respiratory system

What is the pink fibrous membrane that covers and protects the bone called?

Periosteum

What type of muscles are the face, arm, and leg muscles examples of?

Striated muscles

Which division of the nervous system includes the brain and spinal cord?

Central nervous system

What blood components function to destroy disease-causing germs?

White corpuscles

What is another name for the wrist?

Carpus

What are the bones of the toes called?

Phalanges

What layer of skin is known as the 'true skin'?

Dermis

What forearm muscles straighten the wrist, hand, and fingers?

Extensors

Which nerve supplies impulses to the small finger side of the arm and the palm of the hand?

Ulnar nerve

What nourishes the skin along with blood?

Lymph

What are the nerves for the sweat and oil glands called?

Motor nerves

Which glands of the skin are responsible for regulating body temperature?

Sudoriferous glands

What is another name for the nail plate?

Nail body

What is the structure beneath the nail that contains nerves, lymph, and blood vessels called?

Nail matrix

What is the deep fold of skin at the base of the nail called?

Nail mantle

What type of infection can be passed from one person to another?

Communicable infection

What is the body's ability to resist disease and destroy microorganisms called?

Immunity

What type of organisms are the most plentiful on earth?

Bacteria

What type of injection spreads to other parts of the body?

General injection

What type of infection is the common cold an example of?

Viral infection

What body system does AIDS attack and eventually destroy?

Immune system

Which type of bacteria grow in clusters and are present in local infections?

Staphylococci

What type of bacteria grow in pairs?

Diplococci

How do bacteria reproduce?

Through a process of cell division known as binary fission.

What is an example of an infection caused by a vegetable parasite?

Ringworm

What is the condition known as an overgrowth resulting in abnormally thick nails?

Onychauxis

What does the condition Onychorrhexis describe?

Split or brittle nails with lengthwise ridges.

What nail disorder can be serviced by a nail specialist when there is no evidence of infection?

Mold

What condition is described by split or brittle nails with lengthwise ridges?

Onychorrhexis

Which nail disorder can be serviced by a nail specialist when there is no evidence of infection or inflammation?

Eggshell nails

What nail condition involves increased curvature and pain when the nail grows into the skin?

Onychophosis

What is the term for the condition where all nails shed periodically?

Onychoptosis

What are structural changes in skin tissue caused by injury or disease called?

Lesions

Which nail disorder is too serious for a nail specialist and should be referred to a physician?

Onychophagy

What skin condition is an example of a herpes simplex infection?

Herpes simplex

What chronic skin inflammation is characterized by round dry patches with silvery scales?

Psoriasis

What is the medical term for athlete's foot?

Tinea pedis

What is the perception of color by the eye known as?

Hue

Which color is generally considered a cool color?

Green

What is the basic massage movement consisting of light, continuous strokes?

Effleurage

What is another name for the tapotement massage movement?

Percussion

Which massage movement involves kneading?

Petrissage

What type of movements are deep rubbing compressions used in foot massages?

Friction

In which condition is it appropriate to suggest a paraffin treatment?

Dry skin

What is the most common nail shape choice for male clients during a manicure?

Square

What can a hydrogen peroxide solution be used as during a manicure?

Nail bleach

What type of motion should be used when beveling the underside of the free edge during a manicure?

Circular motion

What nail polish application best helps a wide nail appear narrower?

Slim line tip

What part of the artificial nail tip serves as the area of contact with the nail plate?

Well

Which type of fabric is NOT commonly used for nail wraps?

Chamois

What size should a stress strip be cut when repairing a nail with a fabric wrap?

1/8-Inch

What type of light source is used to harden light-cured gel nails?

Halogen

What is a full conditioning manicure?

It includes the application of gel to the regrowth area, buffing and reapplication of gel over the entire nail, and removal of old gel for a new application.

What ingredient speeds up the hardening process during the formation of acrylic nails?

Catalyst

During a full sculptured nail procedure, which product should not come in contact with skin?

Acrylic liquid

What role do non-pathogenic bacteria play in nature?

Decomposition.

What does the term 'pathogenic' mean?

Disease causing.

What are round, pus-producing bacteria called?

Cocci.

Which bacteria can propel themselves with flagella?

Bacilli.

What is a pathogenic agent smaller than bacteria that destroys healthy cells?

Virus.

Which disease attacks and destroys the immune system?

AIDS.

What does an autoclave use to sterilize?

Moist heat and steam.

What is the receptacle that holds disinfectant solution and submerged implements called?

Sanitizer.

What type of sanitation agents are odorless, colorless, non-toxic, and stable?

Quats.

What is the most insufficient sanitizing agent to be used as a disinfectant in a salon?

Alcohol.

What type of alcohol is rubbing alcohol?

Isopropyl.

How long must implements be immersed in a wet sanitizer for effective results?

10 minutes.

Where can you acquire Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDS)?

From the manufacturer.

What is the dense protoplasm found in the center of the cell?

Nucleus.

What process builds up water, food, and oxygen for cell growth and repairs?

Anabolism.

What organ circulates blood through the body?

Heart.

What is the physical foundation or framework of the body?

Skeletal system.

What are the bones at the joint called?

Cartilage.

What provides lubrication to prevent friction at the joints?

Synovial fluid.

Except for the thumb, how many phalanges do fingers have?

3