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Texas Manicurist Written State Board
Test 2024 Questions and Answers
What is the correct way to maintain monomer liquid and polymer powder nail enhancements? -
Ans:✔✔-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? - Ans:✔✔-A credo blade
According to TDLR, how can ultraviolet electrical sanitizers be used? - Ans:✔✔-As a dry storage container
for clean implements
According to TDLR, what agency bans or deems products as poisonous or unsafe? - Ans:✔✔-FDA
Before applying nail polish, what should be used to eliminate all traces of oil and lotion? - Ans:✔✔-Polish
Remover
What step should be completed immediately before applying monomer liquid and polymer powder
enhancements? - Ans:✔✔-Apply Primer
According to TDLR, when must multi-use equipment be cleaned and disinfected? - Ans:✔✔-Prior to each
client
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A nail is composed primarily of - Ans:✔✔-Keratin
What should a licensee do when an asymmetrical mole, containing many colors is visible on a client's
arm? - Ans:✔✔-Refer the client to a physician
What is the purpose of a nail tip position stop? - Ans:✔✔-To guide where to place the nail tip
How long should gel products be cured in a UV lamp? - Ans:✔✔-Per manufacturer's direction
A licensee may NOT perform manicuring services for clients with - Ans:✔✔-Nail fungus
What should a licensee use to clean a wound during a blood exposure incident? - Ans:✔✔-Antiseptic
What should be worn when mixing disinfectants? - Ans:✔✔-Safety glasses and gloves
According to TDLR, when does a license expire after being issued? - Ans:✔✔-On the second anniversary
of the issue date
Which of following should be applied to treat minor cuts? - Ans:✔✔-Antiseptic
According to TDLR, what should be attached to the front of the individual license? - Ans:✔✔-Current
photograph
In nail enhancement maintenance, where should the first bead of monomer and polymer be placed? -
Ans:✔✔-Free edge
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What should be done with toe separators after completing the pedicure service? - Ans:✔✔-Discard
What could be the result of prolonged or repeated skin contact with gel products? - Ans:✔✔-Skin
iritation
What massage technique should be avoided on clients with arthritis? - Ans:✔✔-Vigorous
Which part of the nail forms a protective barrier that prevents bacteria from infecting the nail bed? -
Ans:✔✔-Hyponychium
Malignant melanoma is often characterized by - Ans:✔✔-Dark brown patches
When performing nail service, what should NOT be performed on someone with a lowered immune
system? - Ans:✔✔-Nipping their cuticles
when performing a nail analysis, what is important for the licensee to do? - Ans:✔✔-Record your
observation
According to TDLR, what is used to destroy bacteria and disinfect implements and non-porous surfaces? -
Ans:✔✔-Chlorine bleach
According to TDLR, all trash containers must be kept clean by washing or using plastic liners and emptied
how often? - Ans:✔✔-Daily
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