State Board Nail Tech Exam Prep

Which color paper is NOT recommended for a professional resume?

Green

Human cells reproduce by a process referred to as

Mitosis

After performing a service on a difficult client Pamela vents her frustrations to other clients which of the following terms identifies Pamela's display of emotions

Attitude

A good way to develop a steady clientele is to ask clients before they leave the salon to:

Make another appointment

All of the following elements make up the nails except:

Helium

The best way to protect yourself and your clients against infection is to always

Sanitize Implements

Orange green and violet are colors known as

Secondary colors

A basic "waterless" manicure is performed during artificial nail preparation meaning that it is performed

Without soaking the nails

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

Onychocryptosis

Always begin a manicure by working with the clients hand that is

Not the favored one

Accessory bone that forms the knee cap is called:

Patella

Facial expressions, posture and poise are examples of:

Nonverbal communication

Proper conduct in relationships with your employer, co-workers and clients is known as:

Professional ethics

A brief summary of why you would like to be employed at the business is called:

Cover letter

The study of small living organisms called microbes is called:

Microbiology

The movements of the body are controlled by the:

Central Nervous System (CNS)

Ice melting into a puddle on the ground is an example of what kind of change?

Physical

How many naturally occurring elements are there in all?

92

Onychia is an inflammation of the:

Nail matrix

How much of the nail bed should a nail tip cover?

1/3 to 1/2

A nail technician learns about the client's skin and nail concerns during which phase of the service?

Ask, analyze & assess

All of following are benefits of the massage EXCEPT:

Decrease circulation of the blood supply of the skin

The recommended maintenance schedule for all acrylic nails is every:

2-3 weeks

Pure pigmented colors that cannot be obtained from mixing any other colors together are:

Primary colors

All of the following are listed on a client consultation form EXCEPT:

Reference

A rental agreement is also known as a(n):

Lease

Remembering a client's specific physical needs, previous services, and request is an important aspect of:

Customer service

Natural immunity is obtained by keeping the body:

Healthy

Groups of cells of the same kind make up:

Tissues

All of the following descriptions identify possible causes of paronychia EXCEPT:

Fungus

Of the following senses, which is considered the most personal?

Touch

Nail products are also referred to as:

nail cosmetics

And emery board is an example of an item that is:

Disposable

All of the following terms describe the major artificial nail system EXCEPT:

French

A repair patch is a piece of fabric cut to:

Completely cover a crack or break

Most electric files range in speed from:

1,000-3,00 RPM

Which of the following would NOT play a part in your commitment to success as a salon professional?

Insufficient rest

All of the following are listed on a business card EXCEPT:

E-mail

A legal entity, separate from it's members, formed under legal guidelines is called:

A corporation

Which of the following is the most common form of bacterial cells?

Baciili

Head lice, itch mites, ringworms and nail fungus are diseases caused by a(n):

External parasite

A thickening of the nail plate or an abnormal outgrowth of the nail is called:

Onychauxis

The skin under the free edge of the nail is the:

Hyponychium

Control and regulation of the body temperature by the sudiferous glands help maintain the body temperature at:

98.6 degrees Fahrenheit or 37 degrees Celsius

The term RDA stands for:

Recommended Dietary Allowance

This product is used to remove stains and discoloration on the nail plate:

Nail bleach

Which piece of equipment should be used to disinfect implements?

Disinfection container

The speed of electric files are measured in:

RPM

During a professional evaluation, you will observe the nail plate and a note all the following EXCEPT:

Polish color

A catalyst is an ingredient which causes a process to

Speed up

The course side of an emery board is used to:

Shorten the nail

To start a business you need to have

A Business plan

If a chemical agent gets on your clothing, immediately

Remove the garment

Bacteria multiply amazing speeds in only half a day. A single bacteria cell can produce this many more:

16 million

How many bones make up the human body?

206

How much of the body's weight do muscles account for?

40%

To remove acrylic nails, they should be soaked in:

Acetone polish remover

Nyland or plastic thing your nails shape extensions adhered to the natural nail are called:

Nail tips

Which of the following is not a primary color?

Green

Recommendations from the Mayo Clinic recommend for the average woman to drink how many cups of water a day:

9

Amount of calories recommended for women:

1,900 to 2,200

Which compensation is based on a percentage of dollar income the individual nail tech generates by servicing clients?

Commission

Which of the following machines uses UV light to kill bacteria in a dry setting?

UV light sterilizer

Nail product remover must be heated by:

Warm water

A properly ventilated salon is one that vents fumes in vapors to the:

Outside

Which system is responsible for purifying the body and waste manor?

Excretory

The 14 bones that form the toes are called:

Phalanges

Most initiators are found in:

Polymer

What is another name for the stratum germinativum?

Basal layer or stratum basale

Which of the following structures are considered appendages of the skin?

Nails

What is another name for onychauxis?

Hypertrophy

The fold of the skin on either side of the nail groove is called the:

Nail wall

And increased curvature of the nail indicates:

Onychocryptosis

What is the key ingredient a product contains that makes it effective?

Feature

What is the first step before beginning a client service?

Client consultation

During an introductory handshake the nail technician should:

Shake hands firmly and make direct eye contact

Circular movements in the palm is a massage technique known as:

Effleurage

To avoid smearing polish, especially in a manicure application, the top coat should be followed by:

Instant nail dry

Which manicure implement is referred to as a diamond file?

Metal file

Clear, white, and pink or colors of:

Acrylic powder

The client wants length with that weight should receive:

Gel nails

Natural nails can be lengthened by adding:

Artificial tips

How many tertiary colors are known according to the law of color?

6

The client cushion is used for the client to rest his/her:

Elbow

Which supply is used to dry the clients hands and feet?

Towel

This type of glue is used when applying nail tips to the natural nails:

Nail adhesive

A long acrylic nail maybe best choice for a woman who is a:

Cosmetic sales person

When filing the natural nail via basophile should not be lower than how many grits:

180

When performing a basic manicure the hand is immersed in the finger bowl after:

Nails have been shaped

A complex set of characteristics that distinguishes individuals from others is:

Personality

Providing in recommending products for client purchase is called:

Retailing

The body is protected from harmful infection and bacteria through the white cells found in:

Blood

What clear fluid that circulates the lymphatics, helps take away waist and impurities:

Lymph

Two or more Adams joined together by chemical bond is known as a:

Molecule

The loose in pliable overlapping skin around the nail is the colon

Cuticle

What is the deep pocket-like structure that holds the root and the matrix of the nail?

Mantle

The nailbed is attached to the bone by:

Ligaments

Lifestyle must be considered during which one of the following steps in a manicure?

Consultation

Which section of the client consultation form identifies possible reasons not to use certain products on the client?

Medical history

To smooth dry, flaky skin or calluses on the feet, use a:

Foot file