NYS Written Cosmetology Exam 62 Questions with Verified Answers
The study of the growth and structure of nails is known as: - CORRECT ANSWER
... [Show More] Onyxology
often referred to as the cuticle, it overlaps the lunula at the base of the nail: - CORRECT ANSWER Eponychium
infection at the nail base, usually with pus, untreated may cause loss of nail: - CORRECT ANSWER Onychia
Onychophagy: - CORRECT ANSWER The technical term for bitten nails, may increase blood flow in the nail bed.
Onychia refers to a condition where: - CORRECT ANSWER Inflammation at the base of the nail with pus usually present
Tight shoes, or improper trimming of the toe-nails, may result in: - CORRECT ANSWER Onychocryptosis/ ingrown toe nails
The nail is composed of a substance known as: - CORRECT ANSWER Keratin
The area from the nail root to the free edge , contains no blood vessels/ nerves: - CORRECT ANSWER Nail plate/ Nail body
Portion of the nail assembly where the nail plate rests, contains blood vessels & nerves: - CORRECT ANSWER Nail bed
The point where the nail enters the skin at the nail base is referred to as/ tissue beneath the free edge: - CORRECT ANSWER Hyponychium
Contains the blood, lymph, and nerves from which new nail cells are generated: - CORRECT ANSWER Nail Matrix
Leuconychia is a condition that usually presents as: - CORRECT ANSWER White spots/ streaks under the nails
The latin/ Medical term for nails: - CORRECT ANSWER Onyx
If a finger nail is lost / removed, approximately how long will it take to grow back? - CORRECT ANSWER 3-6 months
If a toe nail is lost/removed, approximately how long will it take to grow back? - CORRECT ANSWER 3-6 months
If the technician causes bleeding to occur during a nail service, they should use: - CORRECT ANSWER Alcohol
Once destroyed, which part of the nail will not grow again? - CORRECT ANSWER Matrix
The adhesive coat for the nail polish is: - CORRECT ANSWER Base coat
If bleeding occurs during a manicure / pedicure, use: - CORRECT ANSWER Antiseptic
Always file natural nails: - CORRECT ANSWER corner to center
The technical term for a hang nail is: - CORRECT ANSWER Agnail
If artificial nails are lifting from the nail bed, this may cause: - CORRECT ANSWER Mold and infection
A half-moon at the base of the nail is known as: - CORRECT ANSWER lunula
The largest bone in the arm is known as: - CORRECT ANSWER humerous
The correct order of application in polishing a clients nails would be: - CORRECT ANSWER Base coat, enamel, Top coat
This bone is found in the forearm and on the same side as the thumb: - CORRECT ANSWER Radius
This bone is found in the forearm and on the same side as the little finger: - CORRECT ANSWER Ulna
When removing polish from artificial nails use: - CORRECT ANSWER Non-acetone polish remover
When removing artificial nails or nail enhancements, use: - CORRECT ANSWER Acetone
Before performing any nail service, the nail tech should attempt to find out if the client: - CORRECT ANSWER Has a heart condition (massage can stimulate blood flow)
Nail bleaches and lighteners usually contain: - CORRECT ANSWER hydrogen peroxide
Thickened white skin and watery blisters between the toes are indications of: - CORRECT ANSWER Athletes foot/ Tinea Pedis
tinea pedis - CORRECT ANSWER fungal infection of the foot; athlete's foot
The instrument used for trimming the cuticle is: - CORRECT ANSWER Nipper
The portion of the nail extending beyond the fingertip is referred to as the: - CORRECT ANSWER Free edge
The carpus/ wrist contains how many bones: - CORRECT ANSWER 8
Very thin nails that are brittle and less flexible than usual are referred to as: - CORRECT ANSWER Eggshell Nails
Wavy nail ridges, often the result of uneven growth due to injury, are known as: - CORRECT ANSWER Corrugations
All nourishment is supplied to the nail from the - CORRECT ANSWER nail root
the largest system of the body: - CORRECT ANSWER integumentary system
what is Flagella? - CORRECT ANSWER Long, thin whip-like structure that helps organisms move through moist or wet surroundings, Bacteria
Name 3 Shapes of Bacteria: - CORRECT ANSWER cocci- round, bacilli- oval, spirilla- spiral
Pathogenic - CORRECT ANSWER Bacteria that are harmful, disease causing.
Non Pathogenic - CORRECT ANSWER Bacteria that are not harmful.
Parasites - CORRECT ANSWER An organism that lives in or on another organism, deriving nourishment at the expense of its host, usually without killing it
reflective listening - CORRECT ANSWER Listening to the client and then repeating, in your own words, what you think the client is telling you.
local infections - CORRECT ANSWER Infections that are only in one part of the body
general infections - CORRECT ANSWER involves the body or whole systems of the body
what hair bond can only be broken chemically? - CORRECT ANSWER Hydrogen
Acidic products do what to the hair? - CORRECT ANSWER Soften and swell
Alkaline products do what to the hair? - CORRECT ANSWER Harden and Shrink
Although incompatible, Sodium and Thio relaxers are both: - CORRECT ANSWER Acidic and Alkaline
Both Thio and Sodium relaxers will have what effect on the hair? - CORRECT ANSWER Thio will Harden, sodium will often
A Safety Data Sheet (SDS) provides information on proper handling and storage, product reactivity and - CORRECT ANSWER first- aid procedures
A disinfectant should never be used on human skin, hair or - CORRECT ANSWER nails
Which of the following items must be discarded after every use - CORRECT ANSWER Emery Boards
The government organization whose purpose is to set and enforce worksite safety and health standards so - CORRECT ANSWER OSHA
The medical term for lice: - CORRECT ANSWER pediculosis capitis
Hair can be divided into 3 Parts the bulb, root, and... - CORRECT ANSWER shaft
the pH scale is a measure of how acidic or alkaline a substance is. on this scale a substance is neutral if it has a pH of: - CORRECT ANSWER 7
permeant hair coloring requires maintenance is about... - CORRECT ANSWER 4 to 6 weeks
hair color is measure by... - CORRECT ANSWER 10- lightest 1-Darkest. [Show Less]