Nail Tech

Front 1

What are collagen and elastin?

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flexible protein fibers found within the dermis

Front 2

In acrylic nail enhancements, the polymer is the:

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powder

Front 3

For clients to want to return, your salon must:

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be sparkling clean, physically attractive, and run smoothly

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If you fail to scrub the client’s nails before applying a fingernail coating, it can:

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cause the product to adhere poorly, lead to fingernail infection, cause oils to get trapped between the nail and the product being applied.

Front 5

In ancient Rome, women used different hair colors to indicate their class in society. Which of the following statements is not true?

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Brown had a religious connotation.

Front 6

The chemical reaction that creates polymers and cures or hardens acrylic (methacrylate) nail enhancements is called:

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polymerization

Front 7

Using an activator with fabric wraps:

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speeds up the hardening process

Front 8

What is a solute?

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a substance within a solution

Front 9

Identify the visual tools you should use during a nail consultation.

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magazine clips, drawing of nail shapes, personal portfolio

Front 10

What is the standard shank size for nail machines?

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3/32”

Front 11

When handling nail adhesive, the nail technician should always:

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wear safety eyewear

Front 12

The thickness, width, and curvature of the nail is most strongly influenced by what?

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length, width, and curvature of the matrix

Front 13

What should be a key area of concern when preparing for a job interview?

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your wardrobe and overall appearance

Front 14

A fungal infection of the feet is called what?

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tinea pedis

Front 15

Before the client arrives, you should:

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prepare your workstation

Front 16

HIV can be contracted through:

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blood transfusions, sexual contact with an infected person, dirty hypodermic needles

Front 17

Improper nail preparation is the leading cause of what?

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nail lifting

Front 18

A _________ is used to clean fingernails and remove debris.

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nail brush

Front 19

What is the best way to finish an artificial nail enhancement to ensure that it has no visible scratches?

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graduate bits from coarse to fine

Front 20

Which of the following best describes a business plan?

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a written description of your business as it is today and as it is projected to be in the next 5 years (detailed by year)

Front 21

Gold leafing sheets are also referred to as:

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nugget sheets

Front 22

Carbon, oxygen, nitrogen. silver, and sulfur are all examples of:

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elements

Front 23

When you do not repay a loan, you are:

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in default

Front 24

In general, which type of bead is the ideal mix ratio for working with monomer liquids and polymer powders?

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medium

Front 25

Which of these is the most ideal place to study?

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in a quiet spot where you can study uninterrupted.

Front 26

The average length of time it takes for the natural fingernail to grow to the free edge is:

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4 to 6 months

Front 27

How many pages should your résumé be?

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one page

Front 28

What is electricity?

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a form of energy

Front 29

Why is the AEFM important to nail technicians?

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it sets safety standards for the industry, it is product-neutral, it is training organization

Front 30

The _________ defend(s) against invading microorganisms and toxins.

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lymph vascular system

Front 31

Because nail polish does not have cross-linked polymers it:

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chips easily

Front 32

How do you help maintain a higher water content in dehydrated nails?

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treat nail plate with an oil-based nail conditioner and keep the nails polished

Front 33

The humerus is the:

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uppermost, largest bone of the arm

Front 34

Which of the following is used to trigger polymerization?

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an initiator

Front 35

A set of guidelines published by OSHA that require the employer and the employee to assume that all human blood and body fluids are infectious for bloodborne pathogens is called:

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Universal Precautions

Front 36

How can you tell that your UV bulbs need to be changed?

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length of time in use

Front 37

UV gels are _________ acrylics.

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softer than

Front 38

What is the end of the brush bristle called?

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tip

Front 39

What should nail technicians do to avoid developing contact dermatitis?

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wear gloves when using acetone to remove nail polish, wipe their table down after each client, wipe down products on a daily basis

Front 40

Which nail condition is safe to work with in the salon?

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onychophagy

Front 41

Retinoic acid contains a high concentration of which vitamin?

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Vitamin A

Front 42

When your nail gets an adequate amount of water, it:

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becomes more flexible

Front 43

Harmful and disease-producing pathogenic bacteria that invade plant or animal tissue are called:

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parasites

Front 44

What is a salon manager’s primary job?

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to make sure the salon runs smoothly

Front 45

The branch of anatomy that covers the nervous system and its disorders is called:

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neurology

Front 46

Organic chemistry is the study of:

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substances containing carbon

Front 47

In massage, a movement that includes kneading, squeezing, and friction is called:

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petrissage

Front 48

Which type of machine is recommended for professional nail technicians?

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micromotor machines

Front 49

Receptivity involves:

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being a good listener

Front 50

What is the difference between the way that a fuse and a circuit breaker work?

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one is a switch; one blows out or melts

Front 51

While you are airbrushing, you should:

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move your arm, but keep your wrist straight

Front 52

Who is credited with refining the process of steam distillation?

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Avicenna

Front 53

Nail polishes and top coats undergo a:

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physical reaction by hardening through evaporation

Front 54

Nail ridges are the result of:

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uneven nail growth

Front 55

Gloves made of _________ work best for nail-related applications.

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nitrile polymer

Front 56

Covering a crack or break in the nail with a piece of fabric cut to fit the crack is called a:

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repair patch

Front 57

How should you apply wrap resin?

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down the center of the nail with an extender tip

Front 58

Which of the following describe(s) an alternating current?

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is used by any appliance that plugs into the wall, flows in one direction and then the other, changes direction 60 times a second

Front 59

What commonsense rules apply to wearing perfume in the workplace?

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keep perfume usage to a minimum, if at all

Front 60

What precaution(s) should you take to ensure that your UV bulbs are adequately curing gel nail enhancements?

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use the lamp designed for your system, clean surfaces of bulbs on a daily basis, replace bulbs at least three times per year.

Front 61

What is the name of the implement that shapes the free edge of the nail?

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abrasive file

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If a client has nails that are brittle, deeply split, and have vertical ridges, you should:

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treat the client only if the nail is not split down to the nail bed

Front 63

You should keep your brush and UV gel away from UV gel lamps, full-spectrum table lamps, and sunlight while doing a UV gel procedure in order to prevent:

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hardening

Front 64

The pus-forming bacteria that grow in bunches or clusters are called:

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staphylococci

Front 65

What does the Underwriter’s Laboratory (UL) certification do?

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it certifies the safety of electrical appliances

Front 66

What causes poor nail growth?

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nail disorder or disease, injury to the matrix, poor general health

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Movable joints include the:

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elbows, knees, and hips

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The _________ separates the chest from the abdominal region and controls breathing.

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diaphragm

Front 69

Which of the following has the greatest effect on skin aging?

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sun

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Which of the following best describes the primary function of the muscular system?

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allows the body to move internally and externally

Front 71

What does floating the bead mean?

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dropping a generous bead of sealer on the nail plate and floating it across the nail with a brush

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dropping a generous bead of sealer on the nail plate and floating it across the nail with a brush

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ask clients to move their hands or legs closer to you

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A _________ is used to remove nail cosmetics from their containers.

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plastic or metal spatula

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Water, air, metals, and minerals are all what?

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inorganic substances

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During an interview, an employer is not allowed to ask questions about your:

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religion, race, national origin

Front 76

Before applying nail art, polished nails should always be:

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completely dry

Front 77

Which of these is a very old term for any adhesive made by boiling animal hides, hooves, and bones?

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glue

Front 78

What does goal setting do for you?

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helps determine what you want out of life

Front 79

To maintain your integrity, you should:

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make sure your behavior and actions match your values

Front 80

The nail care implement that has one end shaped like an ice cream scoop is called a:

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curette

Front 81

Identify which of the following is a physical mixture:

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concrete, cornbread, steel

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Related health and lifestyle issues that would be contraindicative of having a nail service are covered in the:

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consultation and intake form

Front 83

What causes skin allergies to primers?

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long-term exposure

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When disinfecting nondisposable implements, they should be _________ in disinfectant solution.

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fully immersed

Front 85

Which of these is an example of a multi-use item?

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nippers

Front 86

Normal wall sockets used to power appliances such as curling irons and hair dryers are:

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121 volts

Front 87

What causes UV gel products to form a sticky surface?

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oligomers

Front 88

Which of the following describes the potential cause(s) of microshattering?

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working too aggressively, using poor quality bits, handpiece held at wrong angle

Front 89

How often should you check your nail primer for clarity?

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daily

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Incorporating is one of the best ways that a business owner can protect his or her:

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personal assets

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To maintain good personal hygiene throughout the day, you should:

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do self-checks periodically throughout the day

Front 92

Putting clients first is _________ in any service industry

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required

Front 93

Which of the following best describes what a dress code is?

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salon rules regarding the correct manner of dress for that particular business

Front 94

Liquid tissue consists of:

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blood and lymph

Front 95

When clients come to their pedicure appointments wearing closed-toe shoes, what should you have them wear after their services to prevent their polish from being marred or smeared?

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pedicure slippers

Front 96

You leave 1/16th” margin on each side of the nail plate in which type of polish application?

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slimline

Front 97

What is the most important role that cells perform in the human body?

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carry out all life processes

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What should a job description contain?

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duties and responsibilities

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Redness, pain, swelling, and pus are signs of:

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infection

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To safely remove a fabric nail wrap, you should:

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soak nail wraps in an acetone solution until softened, slide off the nail wrap using a wooden pusher, buff the nail to remove any adhesive residue