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TEXAS MANICURIST WRITTEN STATE BOARD
TEST 202 6
What is the correct way to maintain monomer liquid and polymer powder nail enhancements?
- CORRECT ANSWER-File the nail and apply a new layer of product According to TDLR, a licensed cosmetologist or manicurist is prohibited from removing calluses using which of the following? - CORRECT ANSWER-A credo blade According to TDLR, how can ultraviolet electrical sanitizers be used? - CORRECT ANSWER-As a dry storage container for clean implements According to TDLR, what agency bans or deems products as poisonous or unsafe? - CORRECT ANSWER-FDA Before applying nail polish, what should be used to eliminate all traces of oil and lotion? - CORRECT ANSWER-Polish Remover What step should be completed immediately before applying monomer liquid and polymer powder enhancements? - CORRECT ANSWER-Apply Primer According to TDLR, when must multi-use equipment be cleaned and disinfected? - CORRECT ANSWER-Prior to each client A nail is composed primarily of - CORRECT ANSWER-Keratin What should a licensee do when an asymmetrical mole, containing many colors is visible on a client's arm? - CORRECT ANSWER-Refer the client to a physician What is the purpose of a nail tip position stop? - CORRECT ANSWER-To guide where to place the nail tip How long should gel products be cured in a UV lamp? - CORRECT ANSWER-Per manufacturer's direction A licensee may NOT perform manicuring services for clients with - CORRECT ANSWER- Nail fungus What should a licensee use to clean a wound during a blood exposure incident? - CORRECT ANSWER-Antiseptic What should be worn when mixing disinfectants? - CORRECT ANSWER-Safety glasses and gloves According to TDLR, when does a license expire after being issued? - CORRECT ANSWER- On the second anniversary of the issue date Which of following should be applied to treat minor cuts? - CORRECT ANSWER-Antiseptic According to TDLR, what should be attached to the front of the individual license? - CORRECT ANSWER-Current photograph
In nail enhancement maintenance, where should the first bead of monomer and polymer be placed? - CORRECT ANSWER-Free edge What should be done with toe separators after completing the pedicure service? - CORRECT ANSWER-Discard What could be the result of prolonged or repeated skin contact with gel products? - CORRECT ANSWER-Skin iritation What massage technique should be avoided on clients with arthritis? - CORRECT ANSWER- Vigorous Which part of the nail forms a protective barrier that prevents bacteria from infecting the nail bed? - CORRECT ANSWER-Hyponychium Malignant melanoma is often characterized by - CORRECT ANSWER-Dark brown patches When performing nail service, what should NOT be performed on someone with a lowered immune system? - CORRECT ANSWER-Nipping their cuticles when performing a nail analysis, what is important for the licensee to do? - CORRECT ANSWER-Record your observation According to TDLR, what is used to destroy bacteria and disinfect implements and non- porous surfaces? - CORRECT ANSWER-Chlorine bleach According to TDLR, all trash containers must be kept clean by washing or using plastic liners and emptied how often? - CORRECT ANSWER-Daily According to TDLR, when can an individual perform cosmetology services with an expired license? - CORRECT ANSWER-Under no circumstances If a dirty nail clipper is placed into a disinfection container, which of the following will most likely happen? - CORRECT ANSWER-Disinfectant will be contaminated According to TDLR, prior to each use, electrical equipment that cannot be immersed in liquid shall be wiped clean and - CORRECT ANSWER-Disinfected What should a licensee do if they suspect their client has a nail disease? - CORRECT ANSWER-Refer the client to a physician According the TLDR, what product is prohibited from use in a nail salon? - CORRECT ANSWER-Methyl methacrylate (MMA) Safety data sheets explain which of the following? - CORRECT ANSWER-How to protect yourself when using the product What is important to know about your client prior to performing a massage? - CORRECT ANSWER-Medical condition Which type of tip does NOT require blending? - CORRECT ANSWER-Well-less How should monomer liquid be disposed - CORRECT ANSWER-Absorbed with a paper towel and placed in a sealed plastic bag
For proper decontamination after each use, foot spas must be - CORRECT ANSWER- Disinfected How is an effective nail polish application achieved? - CORRECT ANSWER-Removing all traces of oil from the nail plate After paraffin wax has been applied to the feet, which of the following items can be used to help the wax harden to perform its barrier function? - CORRECT ANSWER-Terry cloth mitts What is used to remove products from their containers in order to prevent contamination? - CORRECT ANSWER-Spatulas Primers are used to chemically bond the nail with what product? - CORRECT ANSWER- Monomer and polymer What tool is commonly used to removing calluses from feet - CORRECT ANSWER-Foot file Why must a manicurist always check the client's nails prior to service? - CORRECT ANSWER-Confirm the nails are healthy Which of the following products is designed to absorb into the nail plate to increase the flexibility of natural nails? - CORRECT ANSWER-Oils Which product improves adhesion between acrylic enhancement and the natural nail surface?
- CORRECT ANSWER-Primer Which gel product is known as a soak-off? - CORRECT ANSWER-soft According to TDLR, prior to servicing a client, what should be used to clean one's own hands? - CORRECT ANSWER-soap and water What will nail tips with a layer of nail enhancement product add to the natural nail? - CORRECT ANSWER-strength What is used to understand a client's expectations or needs? - CORRECT ANSWER-intake form According to TDLR, what is prohibited service under the scope of practice for a manicurist? - CORRECT ANSWER-waxing In a nail enhancement, how is the inhibition layer removed? - CORRECT ANSWER-acetone What should be used to remove any adhesive residue remaining on the nail plate after removing the tip? - CORRECT ANSWER-180 grit file * (medium coarse grit) What is the shallow depression of a nail tip serving as the point of contact with the nail plate - CORRECT ANSWER-Well What should be done first when a blood exposure incident has occurred? - CORRECT ANSWER-Stop the service and put on gloves According to TDLR, licensees shall notify TDLR of change in address/location - CORRECT ANSWER-30 days How should toe nails be trimmed? - CORRECT ANSWER-Straight across
Prior to applying acrylic, where should the primer be applied? - CORRECT ANSWER-On the natural nail Which of the following should be applied to treat minor cuts? - CORRECT ANSWER- Antiseptic What must a licensee do if a client who is suspected of having a fungal infection, requests a pedicure? - CORRECT ANSWER-Refuse service What is the proper way to remove gloves after a blood exposure - CORRECT ANSWER- Inside out by the cuff Complete the pedicure foot massage by: - CORRECT ANSWER-Feathering off the foot When may TDLR suspend or revoke a license? - CORRECT ANSWER-Licensee engages in gross malpractice What should a licensee do when he/she see an asymmetrical mole - CORRECT ANSWER- Refer the client to a physician Why was the federal agency OSHA created? - CORRECT ANSWER-Protect employees in the workplace According to TDLR, when is a licensee NOT permitted to perform service - CORRECT ANSWER-Licensee has an infectious disease According to TDLR, where can individual cosmetology licenses be kept? - CORRECT ANSWER-At the work station or notebook What nail shape is best suited for a person who works with their hands - CORRECT ANSWER-Spoval What substance is the natural nail mostly composed of? - CORRECT ANSWER-Protein According to TDLR, when may a service be performed outside the salon? - CORRECT ANSWER-The appointment is made through the licensed facility When performing a pedicure, before removing loose tags of dead skin(hangnails), what should a licensee do first? - CORRECT ANSWER-Push back the cuticle What part of the nail guides the nail plate as it grows? - CORRECT ANSWER-Bed epithelium According to TDLR, what implement is a single-use item and should not be reused? - CORRECT ANSWER-Orangewood stick What is the importance of an effective exhaust system in a salon? - CORRECT ANSWER- Ensure proper air quality When disinfecting your dirty implements, what standard should licensee follows - CORRECT ANSWER-Manufacture direction Whose legal responsibility is to protect clients from handful pathogen found on contaminated salon tools and equipment? - CORRECT ANSWER-Licensee
What is the recommended way to remove monomer liquid and polymer powder - CORRECT ANSWER-Soak in acetone To determine the best nail shape, a licensee should ask about the client... - CORRECT ANSWER-Lifestyle According to TDLR, which of the following approved signs is required - CORRECT ANSWER-Assistance available to victims of human trafficking According to TDLR, what is a mandatory requirement for all license renewal - CORRECT ANSWER-Continuing education What of the following is contagious disease? - CORRECT ANSWER-Scabies According to TDLR, what is a requirement of a salon owner who leases space to licensees - CORRECT ANSWER-Maintain a list of licensees How should excessively lifted nail products be removed? - CORRECT ANSWER-Soak the nail off and replace According to TDLR, what must be done with a porous nail file - CORRECT ANSWER- Discarded immediately after use What is the MOST visible part of the nail unit? - CORRECT ANSWER-Nail plate Why should a callus softener be left on a client for a short amount of time? - CORRECT ANSWER-it can cause damage and permanent injury When determining nail tip lengths, it is important to prevent tip cracks by using - CORRECT ANSWER-tip cutters According to TDLR, which type of electric drill may be used? - CORRECT ANSWER- professional What is the proper way to apply monomer and polymer for a nail enhancement? - CORRECT ANSWER-strokes using the bristle of the brush What is the purpose of finger bowl? - CORRECT ANSWER-to clean the nails The primary function of the cuticle is to - CORRECT ANSWER-seal the area against microorganisms What should be done when a client's nail is growing into the tissue? - CORRECT ANSWER- refer to a physician Why is it important NOT cut the toe nails too short? - CORRECT ANSWER-may break the hyponychium The Safety Data Sheet includes product information, such as the - CORRECT ANSWER- hazardous product ingredients According to TDLR, when shall a salon be inspected? - CORRECT ANSWER-during normal operating hours
When using acid-based nail primer, what should a licensee wear? - CORRECT ANSWER- safety eyewear According to TDLR, what should be used to thoroughly clean and disinfect tools or implements exposed to blood? - CORRECT ANSWER-EPA-registered hospital grade disinfectant solution After a blood exposure incident, where should contaminated single-use items be disposed? - CORRECT ANSWER-in a covered trash container with a liner According to TDLR, the licensee must complete which of the following prior to issuance of a renewed license? - CORRECT ANSWER-continuing education What nail shape is best suited for a person who works with their hands - CORRECT ANSWER-Squoval The five basic nail shapes are square, round, oval, pointed, and - CORRECT ANSWER- Squoval When applying tips, what is used for added strength? - CORRECT ANSWER-Overlay According to TDLR, licensees are prohibited to use which of the following while performing cosmetology services? - CORRECT ANSWER-Alum sticks During a manicure, when should the nails be shaped? - CORRECT ANSWER-After removing the nail polish According to TDLR, in the salon, what form of alum is prohibited from being used to stop mild bleeding - CORRECT ANSWER-Stick According to TDLR, which of the following would prevent a client from receiving a manicure service? - CORRECT ANSWER-Swollen nail tissue How should pressure in a massage be directed? - CORRECT ANSWER-From the insertion of the muscle to its origin According to TDLR, at the end of each day, the screen on each whirlpool foot spa must be removed and disinfected in which of the following manners? - CORRECT ANSWER- Scrubbed with a brush and liquid soap Multi-use implements are constructed of - CORRECT ANSWER-Hard non-porous materials According to TDLR, which of the following is required to obtain a license for a cosmetology or specialty shop? - CORRECT ANSWER-Paying a licensing fee When there is no sign of infection, what is an appropriate treatment for a hangnail - CORRECT ANSWER-Carefully trimming What should be done immediately after removing implements from a wet sanitizer and before using the implements on a client? - CORRECT ANSWER-Lay the implements out on a clean towel to dry According to TDLR, prior to servicing a client, what should be used to clean one's own hands
- CORRECT ANSWER-Liquid sanitizer
After the loss of a fingernail, how long does it take to replace the nail plate? - CORRECT ANSWER-4 to 6 months According to TDLR, before beginning every client service, all shampoo bowls and manicure tables must be - CORRECT ANSWER-disinfected What is the purpose of dehydrating the nail prior to applying enhancement products? - CORRECT ANSWER-to remove oil According to TDLR, which of the follwing is an approved method for cleaning an electric drill bit to remove acrylic build up? - CORRECT ANSWER-immersing the bit in acetone for 5 to 10 minutes A nail service can be performed on clients with which of the following skin or nail characteristic? - CORRECT ANSWER-bruised Excessive use of cuticle removers, aggressive filing techniques, and hereditary factors are the causes of - CORRECT ANSWER-brittle nails What causes bacterial inflammation of the tissue around the nail plate - CORRECT ANSWER-a parasite According to TDLR and for public safety, where shall chemical supplies NOT be stored? - CORRECT ANSWER-restroom Which type of electric file is harmful to use on a client? - CORRECT ANSWER-efile Immediately following a service, where should dirty linens be placed? - CORRECT ANSWER-in a covered container What is used to add shine to the nail? - CORRECT ANSWER-two- or three - way buffer Which products can be formulated for home- care maintenance and skin improvement? - CORRECT ANSWER-foot lotions and cream What should be considered when determining the appropriate nail service for a client? - CORRECT ANSWER-maintenance According to TDLR, which step is completed last when cleaning and disinfecting whirlpool foot spas after each client? - CORRECT ANSWER-wipe spa basin dry with towel In performing a light-cured gel application, which of the following steps should be performed first? - CORRECT ANSWER-buff the nail What does regular maintenance help prevent acrylic nails from doing? - CORRECT ANSWER-lifting Which bit requires a sanding or arbor band? - CORRECT ANSWER-mandrel What should be done immediately after skin has come in contact with quats, phenols, or other disinfectants? - CORRECT ANSWER-wash with soap and water What can be used to remove hand lotion due on the nail plate? - CORRECT ANSWER- alcohol
What is the last step following a blood exposure incident? - CORRECT ANSWER-disinfect workstation How often should the monomer in the dappen dish be discarded? - CORRECT ANSWER- after each client Which of the following describes a healthy nail? - CORRECT ANSWER-smooth and unspotted What factors affect the curing power of a UV-light unit? - CORRECT ANSWER-number and distance of bulbs What are the characteristics of an unhealthy nail? - CORRECT ANSWER-splits and grooves During a nail enhancement service, what is the result if too little powder is applied? - CORRECT ANSWER-brittleness and discoloration can occur What characteristics do normal, healthy nails have? - CORRECT ANSWER-firm and flexible What is the first step in removing soft gel? - CORRECT ANSWER-file the top coat What is the condition in which the living skin around the nail plate splits and tears? - CORRECT ANSWER-a hangnail According to TDLR, what must a salon located in a private residence have? - CORRECT ANSWER-a separate entrance When the skin produces sweat, what is the body trying to do? - CORRECT ANSWER- regulate body temperature Following a blood exposure incident, when is it recommended the client see a physician? - CORRECT ANSWER-signs of infection How often should nail enhancement maintenance be performed? - CORRECT ANSWER- every 2 weeks According to TDLR, specialty shops shall be inspected at least once every - CORRECT ANSWER-2 years According to TDLR, cleaning and disinfecting records for foot spas shall be retained for inspection for at least how many days? - CORRECT ANSWER- 60 According to TDLR, which implement shall be cleaned, disinfected, and sterilized or sanitized after each client? - CORRECT ANSWER-Electric drill bits How should an open scaly lesion be treated? - CORRECT ANSWER-Avoid service What disinfectant product can damage plastic and some metals? - CORRECT ANSWER- Household bleach According to TDLR, what shall be used on floors and counters that have been contaminated by a blood spill? - CORRECT ANSWER-A tuberculocidal disinfectant According to TDLR, which of the following must a booth rental licensee acting as an independent contractor have? - CORRECT ANSWER-Current laws and rules book
What is contagious, recurring viral infection characterized by eruptive, blister like clusters? - CORRECT ANSWER-herpes simplex 1 When disinfecting your dirty implements, what time standard should you use with your disinfecting solutions - CORRECT ANSWER-manufacturer directions According to TDLR, what is the proper way to launder towels? - CORRECT ANSWER- using hot water and chlorine bleach Whose legal responsibility is it to protect clients from harmful pathogens found on contaminated salon tools and equipment - CORRECT ANSWER-Licensee What is the appearance of herpes virus I? - CORRECT ANSWER-Blisters When is a licensee required to wear protective, disposable gloves? - CORRECT ANSWER- Handling a blood exposure incident What disease is contagious and must result in refusing the service? - CORRECT ANSWER- Impetigo What is the signed document stating that a client agrees to a specific service and accepts possible risks? - CORRECT ANSWER-A release/consent form According to TDLR, what is styptic powder used for? - CORRECT ANSWER-Stop minor bleeding What will a client consultation help to determine - CORRECT ANSWER-Contraindications According to TDLR, prior to each use, electrical equipment that cannot be immersed in liquid shall be wiped, clean, and - CORRECT ANSWER-Disinfected According to TDLR, what may be used to stop minor bleeding? - CORRECT ANSWER- Liquid bandage Clients who are allergic to aspirin may also be allergic to which acid ingredient? - CORRECT ANSWER-Salicylic Tinea is characterized by itching scales and sometimes painful circular lesions, and is caused by - CORRECT ANSWER-Fungal organisms According to TDLR, why is it important to know how to handle a blood exposure incident - CORRECT ANSWER-Blood carries pathogens If a blood spill occurs, how should a licensee discard of disposable contaminated objects - CORRECT ANSWER-Double bag Which of the following destroys all microbial life? - CORRECT ANSWER-Sterilization According to TDLR, tools and equipment that come in contact with blood should be completely immersed in what solution? - CORRECT ANSWER-10% bleach solution According to TDLR, which form of styptic is used to stop minor bleeding? - CORRECT ANSWER-Powder
After a blood exposure incident, where should contaminated single-use items be disposed - CORRECT ANSWER-in a covered trash container with a liner According to TDLR, the licensee must complete which of the following prior to issuance of a renewed license? - CORRECT ANSWER-continuing education According to TDLR, licensees are prohibited to use which of the following while performing cosmetology services - CORRECT ANSWER-Alum sticks According to TDLR, prior to servicing a client, what should be used to clean one's own hands? - CORRECT ANSWER-Liquid sanitizer If a dirty nail clipper is placed into a disinfection container, which of the following will most likely happen - CORRECT ANSWER-Disinfectant will be contaminated According to TDLR, when must an individual obtain a new salon or shop license - CORRECT ANSWER-There is a change in ownership What step is taken after thoroughly cleaning implements - CORRECT ANSWER-Storage What condition is characterized by redness, blood vessel dilation, and papule formation? - CORRECT ANSWER-Rosacea According to TDLR, what must a salon licensed in a private residence have? - CORRECT ANSWER-A separate entrance When performing a patch test and a serious reaction occurs, who should be the licensee notify
- CORRECT ANSWER-Federal government According to TDLR, to disinfect any service area that comes in contact with visible blood or body fluids, which of the following should be used immediately? - CORRECT ANSWER- 1 3/4 cups of household (5.25%) bleach to 1 gallon of water What may be avoided by performing a patch test? - CORRECT ANSWER-Inflammation Which level of decontamination is characterized by destroying all microbes? - CORRECT ANSWER-Sterilization According to TDLR, when is an EPA-registered solution ineffective? - CORRECT ANSWER-Visible debris is present According to TDLR, what shall be done with a porous instrument that comes into contact with blood - CORRECT ANSWER-Double bagged and discarded in a closed trash can All licensees must notify TDLR of an address change within how many days? - CORRECT ANSWER- 30 According to TDLR, what type of animals are allowed in beauty salons? - CORRECT ANSWER-service animals Intake of which substance is known to aggrevate rosacea - CORRECT ANSWER-spicy After a blood exposure incident, what would be discarded before disinfecting? - CORRECT ANSWER-gloves
According to TDLR, to obtain a mobile establishment license, what must an applicant provide? - CORRECT ANSWER-permanent mailing address When a client presents with a wart, what should the licensee do first? - CORRECT ANSWER-refer to a physician During the infection control process, what immediately follows cleaning? - CORRECT ANSWER-disinfection According to TDLR, what is required to operate an establishment? - CORRECT ANSWER- hold a license For which reason can TDLR deny an application for renewal? - CORRECT ANSWER- practitioner engages in grossmalpractice According to TDLR, what should a practitioners do if they discover they have contagious disease? - CORRECT ANSWER-may not perform services According to TDLR, it is prohibited for a practitioner to use any product banned by the - CORRECT ANSWER-FDA What supplies are needed for a blood exposure incident? - CORRECT ANSWER-gloves, bandage, and disinfectant According to TDLR, where must disinfected implements be stored? - CORRECT ANSWER- in a dry debris-free environment According to TDLR, a mobile establishment must keep records and appointments and itineraries in their mobile establishment for what length of time? - CORRECT ANSWER- 1 year
