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Nail Technology Theory Practice exam 1, Exams of Advanced Education

Cheyney University of PennsylvaniaAdvanced Education

Nail Technology Theory Practice exam 1

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2025/2026

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Nail Technology Theory Practice exam 1
1. Soaking foot spas and basins in disinfectant overnight should be
done:
At least
once a weak.
2. Which nail condition is associated with brittle nails with
lengthwise ridges?-
: Onychorrhexis
3.
What is responsible for skin pigment?:
Melanocytes
4.
Sodium hydroxide or lye is an:
Lye
5.
Standard precautions involve which of the following?:
washing hands,
wearing gloves,
proper
disposal
of
sharp
instruments,
proper
disposal
of
items
contaminated
with
blood
and/or
body
fluids,
wearing
masks when there is a potential for exposure to airborne pathogens.
6. Nail polish is an example of::
A
suspension
7.
Which of the following is highly resistant to antibiotics?: MRSA
8.
Which of the following is composed o specialized tissues that
perform spe-
cific functions?: Stomach
9.
In a massage a technique called , skin tissue is lifted and pressed
together.-
: Petrissage
10. Another word for curing is:
Polymerization
11. How should implements be immersed in disinfection
containers?:
*Immerse all
implements completely
*All
disinfectant
containers
must
have
lids
to
prevent
the
disinfectant
solution
from
being
contaminated
12.
When dealing with a dissatisfied client, you should: Try to make the
client happy, within reason
13. Nails should be soaked in water before filing: False
14.
What is used as a guide to extend the nail enhancement
beyond the finger-
tip?: Nail form
15. What is the first step in performing a manicure?: Remove old nail
polish
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Nail Technology Theory Practice exam 1

  1. Soaking foot spas and basins in disinfectant overnight should be done: At least once a weak.
  2. Which nail condition is associated with brittle nails with lengthwise ridges?- : Onychorrhexis
  3. What is responsible for skin pigment?: Melanocytes
  4. Sodium hydroxide or lye is an: Lye
  5. Standard precautions involve which of the following?: washing hands, wearing gloves, proper disposal of sharp instruments, proper disposal of items contaminated with blood and/or body fluids, wearing masks when there is a potential for exposure to airborne pathogens.
  6. Nail polish is an example of:: A suspension
  7. Which of the following is highly resistant to antibiotics?: MRSA
  8. Which of the following is composed o specialized tissues that perform spe- cific functions?: Stomach
  9. In a massage a technique called , skin tissue is lifted and pressed together.- : Petrissage
  10. Another word for curing is: Polymerization
  11. How should implements be immersed in disinfection containers?: *Immerse all implements completely *All disinfectant containers must have lids to prevent the disinfectant solution from being contaminated
  12. When dealing with a dissatisfied client, you should: Try to make the client happy, within reason
  13. Nails should be soaked in water before filing: False
  14. What is used as a guide to extend the nail enhancement beyond the finger- tip?: Nail form
  15. What is the first step in performing a manicure?: Remove old nail polish

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  1. After a service, a dappen dish should be cleaned with: Acetone
  2. When making retail recommendations, what should you explain to the client?: *What is being recommended *Why you are recommending a product *How the product should be used at home
  3. Nail enhancements should be serviced: After two or more weeks
  4. Nail tips that are require less filing on the natural nails after application.: - Pre-beveled
  5. What are the group of five bones of the hand between the wrist and the fingers?: Metacarpus
  6. UV gloss gels can be used over monomer and polymer enhancements.: True
  7. A communal nail brush can be used by multiple clients to wash their hands.: False
  8. To prevent damaging nail wraps when removing old polish, use: Use a non-ace- tone polish remover
  9. Cutting tips with fingernail or toenail clippers can weaken tips and cause tips to crack.: True
  10. High vibration during use of an electric file can?: *Cause micro shattering of nail enhancement products *Be harmful to the technicians hands, wrist, and arm *Lead to the development of carpal tunnel syndrome
  11. To repair tip separation, you must first remove the old nail enhancement product.: True
  12. What are some "rings of fire" causes?: Using a flat tipped bit at and angle
  13. What are some ways to prevent grabbing during filing?: *Keep the bit parallel to the nail *Angle the finger to file the sides of the nail *Use bits with rounded ends
  14. What are some causes of heat during filing?: *Too much pressure *Incorrect speed (RPM)

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  1. Where should all manicuring cosmetic supplies be kept when not being used?: In clean, closed containers
  2. What is the actively growing part of the nail?: Matrix
  3. Which abrasive is used to shorten and shape natural nails?: Medium girt abrasive
  4. When performing pedicures, you should work from: Little toe to big toe
  5. Before a paraffin wax treatment, a heat tolerance test should be performed by: Drop a 1 inch size circle on the client's hands to see if it is well tolerated
  6. which muscles help bend the foot down?: *peroneus brevis *Soleus
  7. A 2 inch thick bed of activated carbon filter can properly absorb vapors and remove them from the salon air.: False
  8. What massage technique is most often used by nail technicians?: Effleurage
  9. If a client decides to get a paraffin wax treatment before a manicure, soaking the hands in water is not necessary because the paraffin treatment already softens the skin.: True
  10. Some conditions require multiple appointments to resolve the issue. This is called a: Series pedicure
  11. Applying nail polish close to the eponychium will cause the polish to lift within a few days.: True
  12. Before a pedicure appointment women should avoid shaving their legs within ... hours before the appointment.: 48 hours
  13. Sea sand, ground apricot kernels, and jojoba beads are examples of: Exfoliating agents
  14. Toe separators are single use items.: True
  15. Which nail shape may break more easily and is more difficult to maintain?- : Pointed
  16. Which of the following muscle types are under voluntary control?: Striated muscles
  17. Benefits of a paraffin bath include?: *Increased moisturization

5 / *Reduced pain and inflammation *Increased circulation to joints *Warmth and relaxation

  1. When clipping long nails,: Clip from the sides, clipping towards the center
  2. Which of the following has the correct order of steps for performing a manicure?: Remove polish from nails
  3. The manicure table should be cleaned and disinfected as part of the pre-service procedure.: True
  4. Hands should be washed for a minimum of: 20 seconds
  5. Pumice stone is used in pedicuring as: An abrasive
  6. What product should be applied to brittle nails to help strengthen the nail?: Dimethylurea hardeners
  7. Complete replacement of a fingernail takes about: Fingernails are replaced in 4 to 6 months
  8. What should be applied to nails to prevent natural nail discoloration or yellowish discoloration of nail polish?: Base coat
  9. Excessive use of cuticle removers can lead to: *Dry skin *Dry eponychiun *Hangnails
  10. Which product is designed to be absorbed into nails to make them more flexible?: Nail oils
  11. Which of the following are true statements?: *Gloves must be worn when servicing a client *A new set of gloves must be used for each client *If performing both a manicure and pedicure for a single client, a new set of gloves must be worn for each service *Hands should be washed or antimicrobial gel should be applied after removing gloves and before putting on new gloves.
  12. When cleaning and disinfecting pipeless foot spas, the impeller, footplate, and any other removable components must be removed, cleaned, and disin- fected after every client.: True
  13. Acetone based polish removers dissolve polish quicker than

7 / *On a nail technician's face *On a client's eponychium, fingertips, or nail bed

  1. Which one of the following is a condition in which the cuticle splits around the nail?: Hangnails
  2. Contact dermatitis is an avoidable skin disease.: True
  3. Which of the following can lead to improper curing of UV gels?: *Applying products too thickly *Not enough time under the UV lamp *Dirty UV lamps *Using a UV lamp not specifically designated for the UV gel system
  4. The nail plate is non porous.: False
  5. The white, half-mooned shape at the bottom of the nail plate is called: The lunula
  6. The skin is an example of what type of tissue?: Epithelial
  7. Nail technicians are allowed to push back, as well as, cut the eponychium.- : False
  8. How should you deal with tardy clients?: *Follow the salons appointment policies *If your client is late, but you can fit them in without jeopardizing other appointments, let the client know even though they are late you can still service them. *If the client is frequently late for their appointments, schedule their appointment for the end of the day or tell them to arrive earlier than their appointment time.
  9. Which of the following are reusable items?: Towels, bits, some butters
  10. As part of the SDS categories, Disposal Consideration includes proper dis- posal and: Disposable restrictions
  11. An antiseptic is used in manicuring to: Treat minor cuts
  12. A is used to keep a record of equipment usage, cleaning, and disinfecting.- : Logbook
  13. Which type of hepatitis are you most likely to encounter at a

8 / salon?: Hepatitis B and C

  1. Hinged instruments should be in the position before being immersed In disinfectant solution.: Open
  2. A(n) is when an employee comes into contact with potentially infectious material.: Exposure incident
  3. The most popular nail shape for men is: Round
  4. Hand sanitizers or antiseptics can be used in place of hand washing.: False
  5. If a client brings in their own tools and implements, you must disinfect their tools and implements before using them on the client.: True
  6. You should talk to your clients during massages to help them relax.: False
  7. Porous items that have been exposed to broken skin, blood, or body fluids must be thrown away.: True
  8. During post-service procedures, information should be recorded in a: Client record form
  9. Which bacteria is most likely to cause diseases such as pneumonia?: Diplo- cocci