Question 1

What type of infection describes
paronychia?

Accepted Answer

Bacteria

Answer

Fungi

Answer

Virus

Answer

Parasitic

Question 2

Severe psoriasis is contra-indicated
due to ?

Accepted Answer

'pitting of the nail plate exposing the nail bed'

Answer

'deep longitudinal grooves in the nail plate'

Answer

'discolouration and thickening of the nail plate'

Answer

'excessive overgrowth of the nail plate'

Question 3

If a client had severely bitten nails,
you should.........?

Accepted Answer

'focus on cuticle work to expose the nail plate and encourage growth'

Answer

'advise the client to come back when the nails have grown'

Answer

'apply pre-formed nails to flatten the bulbous skin at the fingertip'

Answer

'recommend they have nail extensions to try and strengthen the nail plate'

Question 4

Paronychia is recognised by?

Accepted Answer

'inflammation of the soft tissue surrounding the nail'

Answer

'redness, itching, blistering and crustiness of the skin'

Answer

'excessive overgrowth of the nail usually from trauma or illness'

Answer

'overgrowth of the cuticle which appears to grow with the nail plate'

Question 5

If a client has minor dermatitis,
you should?

Accepted Answer

'focus on the nail area only to avoid irritating the skin'

Answer

'recommend they return in two weeks when you will reassess the situation'

Answer

'advise the client to purchase some products to use at home instead'

Answer

'refuse to carry out the treatment because it is contagious'

Question 6

Which one of the following best
describes pterygium?

Accepted Answer

'Excessive forward growth of the cuticle'

Answer

'Separation of the nail plate from the nail bed'

Answer

'Infection of the side wall'

Answer

'Fungal infection'

Question 7

A paraffin wax treatment
helps to.........?

Accepted Answer

deep cleanse and soften the skin by increasing the production of sweat.

Answer

calm the client by stimulating the superficial nerves in the skin.

Answer

remove dead skin cells by increasing the glands to produce more sebum.

Answer

remove debris under the free edge due to ingredients contained in the wax.

Question 8

The benefits and effects of a warm
oil treatment is to.......?

Accepted Answer

improve dry cuticles by the softening action of the oil.

Answer

help lubricate the joints as the fingers soak in the oil.

Answer

dissolve callouses by the healing action of the oil.

Answer

increase desquamation as the oil soaks into the hands.

Question 9

An exfoliant helps to .......?

Accepted Answer

remove dead skin cells.

Answer

lubricate the joints by warming the area

Answer

heal abrasions by removing dead skin cells

Answer

remove hyperpigmentation

Question 10

Which product is used to remove excess grease
from the nail plate during treatment?

Accepted Answer

'Nail polish remover'

Answer

Nail strengthener

Answer

Base coat

Answer

Nail polish solvent

Question 11

Which of the following products is recommended as aftercare
to soften the cuticles?

Accepted Answer

Hand cream

Answer

Buffing paste

Answer

'Cuticle cream'

Answer

Cuticle remover

Question 12

Which of the following contains potassium hydroxide
to soften skin cells?

Accepted Answer

Cuticle remover

Answer

Hand cream

Answer

Buffing paste

Answer

Cuticle cream

Question 13

Which product is an emollient that softens the tissue at the base of
the nail?

Accepted Answer

Cuticle cream

Answer

Buffing paste

Answer

Hand cream

Answer

Cuticle remover

Question 14

Which of the following contains tiny granules that reduce the appearance
of ridges on the nail plate?

Accepted Answer

Buffing paste

Answer

Exfoliant

Answer

Nail enamel

Answer

Nail strengthener

Question 15

Base coat - - - - - - ?

Accepted Answer

'protects the nail plate from staining'

Answer

gives extra gloss to cream polish

Answer

forms a plastic film to protect the polish

Answer

contains fish scales to give a clear effect

Question 16

Massage of the hands and nails will have which effects on the nails?

Accepted Answer

Moisturise and nourish

Answer

Remove ridges and furrows

Answer

Leaves dry and brittle

Answer

Increase length and strength

Question 17

During aftercare advice it is important to discuss contra-actions with
the client as they may experience - - - - ?

Accepted Answer

'redness and stinging from an allergic reaction to products'

Answer

tiredness due to the build-up of toxins from the massage

Answer

'tingling in the fingertips from stimulation of the superficial nerves in the skin'

Answer

'excessive heat in their hands from the increased circulation of blood'

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