state board nail tech theory test

question from final test

The federal and state agencies regulate the beauty and wellness professions. state agencies ______ ?

Regulate Licensing

What standards address issues relating to your right to know about any potentially hazardous ingredients contained in the products and how to avoid these hazards?

OSHA standards

______ establish specific standards of conducts and can be charged or updated frequently.

Rules

What agency registers all types of disinfectants sold and used in the united state?

EPA

Laws are written by _____ ?

Federal and state legislatures

Which of the following are chemical products that destroy most bacteria, fungi, and viruses on surfaces?

Sterilizers

Both federal and state laws require that manufacturers supply a ____ for all chemical products manufactured and sold.

EPA list

Disinfection is not effective against ______.

Bacterial spores.

A disinfectant is a fungicidal is capable of destroying ____.

molds

Which of the following is a mechanical process using soap and water or detergent and water?

cleaning

Staph bacteria are responsible for ______.

Food poisoning

a common contagious disease that would prevent a professional from servicing a client would be _____.

Ringworm.

what bacterial infection, without proper treatment, can become systemic and have a devastating consequence that can result in death?

MRSA

the presence of pus is a sign of ______ infection.

bacterial

in the salon the spread of blood-borne pathogens is possible whenever _____.

the skin is broke.

Hepatitis is a blood-borne virus that causes diseases and can damage what body organ?

liver

AIDS is a disease that breaks down the body’s ____ system.

immune

disinfectants are _____ and can be harmful is absorbed through the skin.

presticides

an item must remain submerged in the disinfectant for ____ unless the product label specifies differently.

10 minutes

which of the following is/are a form of formaldehyde, has a very high pH, can damage the skin and eyes?

Bleaches

_______ do not disinfect or sterilize.

UV light units

what is one of the most important actions you can take to prevent the a spread of germs from one person to another?

using proper handwashing

what type of incident involves contact with non-intact skin, blood, bod fluid, or potentially infectious materials that are the results of the performance of a worker’s duties?

blood exposure

should you accidentally cut a client, your first, action should be to ____.

stop the service immediately

it is important to wear _____ while disinfecting non-electrical tools and implements.

safety glasses and gloves

you should remove all _____ from your tools and implements before disinfecting.

visible debris

an ______ is the invasion of body tissues by diseases causing pathogens.

infection

disinfectant used in salons, spas, and barbershops should be effective for cleaning blood and body fluids from _____ surfaces.

environmental

the most common way contagious infections spread is through _______.

dirty hands.

good communication. skills reduce potential workplace ____.

conflicts.

effective human relations and communication skills build _____, accelerate professional growth, and promote a positive work environment.

lasting client relationships

when interacting and communicating with coworkers, make every effort to remain ____ and resist being pulled into gossip.

objective

as you interact with coworkers, you should be honest and ____.

sensitive.

when communicating with your manager about an issue or problem, it is recommended that you ______ beforehand.

think of possible solutions

the act of successfully sharing information between two people so that the information is understood is called ______ communication.

effective

the client ______ is the communication with a client that determines the client’s needs and how to achieve the desired result.

consultation

it is recommended that you allow how much time in your schedule to do the client consultation?

5-15 minutes

one important golden rule of communication for building a successful beauty industry career is to _____

be aware of your body language

the human skeleton eventually has ______ bones, after some have fused together?

206

the phalanges are bones of the _____.

fingers and toes

the ______ are the muscles that separate the fingers.

abductors

the tree-like branches of nerves fibers extending from the nerve cell that carries impulses towards the cell and receives impulses from other nerve cells are called _____.

Dendrites

the ____ nerve its branches, supplies the fingers.

digital

the list of services that you are legally allowed to perform in your specialty as set forth by the regulatory agency in your state is known as your ______.

state practice guidelines

disinfection container must _____ to ensure disinfectant solution does not become contaminated.

have a lid

what should you use to cover the client’s arm cushion?

a clean towel

multiple use and single use tools used to perform nail services are called _____.

implements

disposable implements _____.

must be thrown away after a single use

tweezers are multi use implements that can be used to ____ .

lift small bits of debris from the nail plates

how many complete sets of implements should a professional nail technician have on hand?

3

the rules of thumb with nail files is ______________.

the lower the grit, the aggressive its action.

a buffer with grit of 180 is a ____.

medium grit

what are the two basic types of polish removers?

acetone and non-acetone

which of the folllowing is designed to loosen and dissolve dead tissue on the nail plate so it can be more easily and thoroughly removed from the nail plate?

cuticle remover

protein hardener is commonly composed of what two ingredients?

clear polish and proteins

when performing mani services on a client with a weakened immune system or other physical or mental disorders, it is important to _______.

avoid using sharp implements

it is recommended that you work to get your basic manicure procedure to _____ before you leave your school environment.

30-45 minutes

the ______ nail is completely staight the free edge with no rounding at the outside edges.

square

the _____ nail is one with a square free edge, with no rounding at the outside edges.

squoval

nail polish is applied in how many coats?

2

the manipulation of the soft tissues of the body is called ____.

massage

which type of massage is also known as kneading?

petrissage

in a basic manicure, you should always begin with ____?

little finger on the client’s left hand

cosmetic procedures performed on the feet by a licensed nail tech or cosmetologist including trimming, shaping, exfoliating, polishing toenails, and massage are called ____.

pedicures

shaving the legs within 24 hours of having a pedi will increase the risk of _____. which causes tiny openings in the skin that may allow entry by pathonegic microbes.

microtrauma

what should a nail tech do with a client that has impaired mobility that comes to the salons for a pedicure?

make sure that any obstacles or tripping hazards have been removed

for most clients, a _____ nail file is recommended for pedicures.

medium grit

foot files or paddles are designed to reduce and smooth ____.

thicker foot calluses

a basic pedicure usually takes about ____ minutes.

30-45 minutes

which type of product is put into the water in a pedicure bath to soften the skin on the feet?

foot soaks

callus softener products are applied ______.

directly to the callus

reflexology is a unique method of applying pressure with the thumb and index finger to the hand and feet and promotes ________.

health benefits

hot stones are used in pedicure to provide a deep, penetrating, and comforting heat that enhances relaxation and _______.

circulation

ergonomics in pedicuring focuses on ______.

the technician’s body positioning

the ______ toenail is usually the most challenging to trim.

big

what is the purpose of a callus?

to protect the underlying skin from irritation

when performing a pedicure, it is recommended that you ______ as you work.

lean forward toward the client

the point where the natural nail grows beyond the finger and becomes the free edge is known as the _____.

stress area

when fitting tips to your clients, make sure that the tip chosen covers the nail plates from ______.

side wall to side wall

the product that temporarily stops the nail from producing moisture and natural oils is called ____.

nail dehydrator

when applying the adhesive during a full or partial well nail tip application, apply the adhesive ______.

to the well of the tip

two ways to create a nail extension are either by using a tip or a ______.

form

when applying the tip to the natural nail with adhesive, why should you use gentle pressure while rocking the tip onto the nails?

to press out ant visible air bubbles

the ____ is the high point of the nail; it is oval-shaped and located in the center of the nail.

apex

when applying the tip to the natural nail, hold a tip at a _____ degree angle and roll the tip down.

45^o

the thickness of the edge of the nail enhancement should be similar to that of a _______

Credit card

the “poly” in polymer means

many

ethyl meth acrylate monomer liquid is commonly referred to as ______.

EMA

MMA nail products do not adhere well to the nail plate, requiring the nail tech to _________.

files or buff

MMA ______ in product removers.

does not dissolve well

nail _____ is used on the natural nail prior to product application to assist in adhesion.

primer

unused monomer that has been removed from original container should be _______

poured into an absorbent paper towel and placed in a plastic bag

odorless products harden more slowly and create a tacky layer called the ______.

inhibition layer

the _____ appoints the board members.

governor

a person must be a minimum of _______ years old to attend cosmetology school.

16

any licensee who has allowed their license to expire for ______ years or longer shall not be permitted to do nails without re-taking the theory and practical portion of the state examination.

3

the only animals allowed in the salon _____ and _____.

fish and birds

a ______ fee will be charged for the board to grant a license without examination to any applicant who holds a valid license from another state.

$50

it is the shop _____ duty to make sure the salon is always in compliance with state rules and regulations.

manager’s