Chapter 13 - Manicuring

How long is a typical manicure table?

36-48 inches

The nail technician’s chair should be selected for comfort, durability, resistance to staining, ease of cleaning and:

Ergonomics

OSHA defines _____ as “specialized clothing or equipment worn by an employee for protection against a hazard”.

PPE

Universal precautions include all but which of the following?

Ear protection

The single-use and multiuse tools used to perform your services are known as:

Implements

Which implement is designed for trimming away dead skin around the nails?

Nail nipper

How many sets of implements will a nail technician, practicing nail procedures full- or part-time, need?

Several

How long does it take to properly clean and disinfect implements after each use?

15-20 minutes

A rule of thumb with abrasive nail files is that the lower the grit:

The larger the abrasive particles and the more aggressive its action

A nail file with a 200 grit would be considered:

Medium grit

It is recommended that you use ____ to remove products from their respective containers.

A single-use plastic spatula

What type of polish remover is the better solvent?

Acetone

Nail oils are designed to:

Soften the skin around the nail plate

Which of the following products is recommended to remove yellow surface discoloration?

Nail bleach

Which of the following is not a characteristic of base coats?

They do not contain solvents designed to evaporate

All base coats, top coats, nail polishes, and hardeners:

Are highly flammable

What are nail conditioners used for?

To reduce brittleness of the nail

____ is known to cause age spots (hyperpigmentation) on the backs of hands.

UVA

It is recommended that you work to get your basic manicure procedure, including polishing, to _____ before you leave your school environment.

30-45 minutes

The nail that is completely straight across the free edge with no rounding at the outside edges is the:

Square

Darker shades of nail polish are generally recommended for which seasons?

Fall and winter

What is the recommended method for mixing the nail polish in the bottle?

Rolling the bottle between your palms

What is the most common nail shape for male clients?

Round

Which of the following is a chemical-free product?

No products

Which of the following is a petroleum by-product with excellent sealing properties to hold moisture in the skin?

Paraffin

Soap is most easily rinsed off in ____ water.

Warm

It is imperative to wash your hands before and after each client in order to:

Prevent the spread of the disease

The terms Universal Precautions and ______ are used interchangeably.

Standard Precautions

When performing a basic manicure, it is recommended that you use _____ to clean under the free edge of the nail.

A cotton swab

The final movement of a massage is called:

Feathering off