PRACTICE TEST EXAM WITH
CORRECT ANSWERS
what best describes an effleurage movement on the hand - CORRECT-
ANSWERSsmooth and gentle
paraffin mitts are examples of materials that can - CORRECT-ANSWERSbe
used more than once
Which of the following nail diseases is characterized by inflammation of the
matrix and shedding of the nail plate - CORRECT-ANSWERSOnychia
Which of the following is a sign of a bacterial infection of the nail? -
CORRECT-ANSWERSDiscoloration
Which of the following results from polish being removed from the nail with a
solvent - CORRECT-ANSWERSPhysical change
All of the following are information contained on a Material Safety Data Sheet
EXCEPT - CORRECT-ANSWERSRetail products
Which of the following is the bonding agent used to secure the nail tip to the
natural nail - CORRECT-ANSWERSAdhesive
Which is the FIRST step in disinfecting implements? - CORRECT-
ANSWERSScrub with soap and water
All of the following result from completely removing the former toenail polish
EXCEPT - CORRECT-ANSWERSDiscoloration vanishes
All of the following are classified as equipment used in nail services EXCEPT -
CORRECT-ANSWERSabrasive board
Which is the position a cuticle pusher should be held at from the nail plate? -
CORRECT-ANSWERS20-30 degree angle
All of the following are effective prior to caring for a new nail client EXCEPT -
CORRECT-ANSWERSevaluating income level
, Which product listed below is necessary in a basic pedicure procedure? -
CORRECT-ANSWERSCallus remover
Which artificial nail products are made from Acrylonitrile Butadiene Styrene?
- CORRECT-ANSWERSNail tips
Which of the following may damage the nail plate and break seal when
removing a tip? - CORRECT-ANSWERSNippers
All of the following procedures are performed during a nail tip removal
service EXCEPT - CORRECT-ANSWERSNipping off the nail tip
Which of the following type of UV lamps are most common for nails? -
CORRECT-ANSWERS9 watt lamp
Which of the following steps would be performed during an acrylic
maintenance procedure? - CORRECT-ANSWERSSmooth down ledge of
existing product
The cosmetic products in the salon are of concern to the FDA EXCEPT -
CORRECT-ANSWERSto legally require companies to share information on
their products.
Which of the following are the qualifications to be an EPA approved
disinfectant? - CORRECT-ANSWERSA virucide, fungicide, bactericide, and
disinfectant
Which is the meaning of immunity? - CORRECT-ANSWERSResistance of an
organism to infection or disease
Which is the most common cause of joint pain among salon service providers
- CORRECT-ANSWERSInflammation
All of the following parts form the natural nail unit EXCEPT - CORRECT-
ANSWERSLeukonychia
All of the following are properties of acetone EXCEPT - CORRECT-
ANSWERSodorless
Which of the following is a chemical germicide formulated for use on the skin
- CORRECT-ANSWERSAntiseptic
Which of the following BEST describes a primer product? - CORRECT-
ANSWERSBonds to the nail protein