Michigan Manicurist Theory Exam Latest Update
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A small elevation on the skin that contains no fluid, but may develop pus. - CORRECT
ANSWER: Papule
A solid bump larger than 0.4 inches (1 cm) that can be easily felt. Requires medical
referral. - CORRECT ANSWER: Nodule
A thick scar resulting from excessive growth of fibrous tissue. - CORRECT ANSWER:
Keloid
Abnormal mass varying in size, shape, and color. Any type of abnormal mass, not
always cancer. Requires medical referral. - CORRECT ANSWER: tumor
Albinism - CORRECT ANSWER: the absence of melanin pigment of the body, including
the skin, hair, and eyes
An itchy, swollen lesion that can be caused by a blow, scratch, bite of an insect, or
urticaria (ur-tuh-KAYR-ee-ah) (skin allergy), or the sting of a nettle.Typically resolves on
its own, but referral to a physician should be considered when the condition lasts more
than three days. - CORRECT ANSWER: Wheal
B Vitamins - CORRECT ANSWER: help the body break down nutrients from proteins,
fats, and carbohydrates
bacteria - CORRECT ANSWER: single-celled microorganisms that have both plant and
animal charac-teristics
,bactericidal - CORRECT ANSWER: capable of destroying bacteria
Beau's lines - CORRECT ANSWER: Visible depressions running across the width of the
natural nail plate. Can be serviced.
bed epithelium - CORRECT ANSWER: Thin layer of tissue that attaches the nail plate
and the nail bed
Bruised Nailbed - CORRECT ANSWER: Dark, purplish spots, usually due to a small
injury to the nail bed. Can be serviced.
Cell division creates how many cells? - CORRECT ANSWER: Two
cleaning - CORRECT ANSWER: mechanical process using soap and water or detergent
and water to remove all visible dirt, debris, and many disease-causing germs. Cleaning
also removes invisible debris that interferes with disinfection.
Closed, abnormally developed sac that contains pus, semifluid, or morbid matter, above
or below the skin.Requires medical referral. - CORRECT ANSWER: Cyst and tubercle.
A cyst can be drained of fluid and a tubercle cannot.
Connective tissue - CORRECT ANSWER: fibrous tissue that binds together, protects,
and supports the various parts of the body. (ie. Bone, cartilage, tendons, blood and
lymph, and fat)
contamination - CORRECT ANSWER: The presence, or the reasonably anticipated
presence, of blood or other potentially infectious materials on an item's surface, or
visible debris or residues such as dust, hair, and skin.
Crack in the skin that penetrates the dermis.Severely cracked and/or chapped -
CORRECT ANSWER: Fissure
, cuticle - CORRECT ANSWER: nonliving, colorless tissue attached to the nail plate
Dead cells that form over a wound or blemish while healing; accumulation of sebum and
pus, sometimes mixed with epidermal cells. - CORRECT ANSWER: Crust
Decontamination - CORRECT ANSWER: The removal of blood or other potentially
infectious materials on an item's surface and the removal of visible debris or residues
such as dust, hair, and skin.
Define Anatomy - CORRECT ANSWER: the study of the structures of the human body
and the substances these structures are made o
Define Cell - CORRECT ANSWER: Basic unit of all living things
Define histology - CORRECT ANSWER: also known as microscopic anatomy, is the
study of the structure and composition of tissue
Define Physiology - CORRECT ANSWER: is the study of the functions and activities
performed by the body's structures
Describe a normal healthy nail - CORRECT ANSWER: firm and flexible, shiny, and
slightly pink in color. Its surface is usually smooth and unspotted, with no splits or deep
grooves. A healthy nail should be whitish and translucent in appearance, with the
pinkish or beige color of the nail bed below showing through.
Direct transmission - CORRECT ANSWER: involves the transmission of pathogens
through touching, kissing, coughing, sneezing, and talking.
Discolored nail - CORRECT ANSWER: Nails turn a variety of colors; may indicate
surface staining, a systemic disorder, or poor blood circulation. Can be serviced.
2025-2026 160 Questions and 100% Verified
Correct Answers Guaranteed A+
A small elevation on the skin that contains no fluid, but may develop pus. - CORRECT
ANSWER: Papule
A solid bump larger than 0.4 inches (1 cm) that can be easily felt. Requires medical
referral. - CORRECT ANSWER: Nodule
A thick scar resulting from excessive growth of fibrous tissue. - CORRECT ANSWER:
Keloid
Abnormal mass varying in size, shape, and color. Any type of abnormal mass, not
always cancer. Requires medical referral. - CORRECT ANSWER: tumor
Albinism - CORRECT ANSWER: the absence of melanin pigment of the body, including
the skin, hair, and eyes
An itchy, swollen lesion that can be caused by a blow, scratch, bite of an insect, or
urticaria (ur-tuh-KAYR-ee-ah) (skin allergy), or the sting of a nettle.Typically resolves on
its own, but referral to a physician should be considered when the condition lasts more
than three days. - CORRECT ANSWER: Wheal
B Vitamins - CORRECT ANSWER: help the body break down nutrients from proteins,
fats, and carbohydrates
bacteria - CORRECT ANSWER: single-celled microorganisms that have both plant and
animal charac-teristics
,bactericidal - CORRECT ANSWER: capable of destroying bacteria
Beau's lines - CORRECT ANSWER: Visible depressions running across the width of the
natural nail plate. Can be serviced.
bed epithelium - CORRECT ANSWER: Thin layer of tissue that attaches the nail plate
and the nail bed
Bruised Nailbed - CORRECT ANSWER: Dark, purplish spots, usually due to a small
injury to the nail bed. Can be serviced.
Cell division creates how many cells? - CORRECT ANSWER: Two
cleaning - CORRECT ANSWER: mechanical process using soap and water or detergent
and water to remove all visible dirt, debris, and many disease-causing germs. Cleaning
also removes invisible debris that interferes with disinfection.
Closed, abnormally developed sac that contains pus, semifluid, or morbid matter, above
or below the skin.Requires medical referral. - CORRECT ANSWER: Cyst and tubercle.
A cyst can be drained of fluid and a tubercle cannot.
Connective tissue - CORRECT ANSWER: fibrous tissue that binds together, protects,
and supports the various parts of the body. (ie. Bone, cartilage, tendons, blood and
lymph, and fat)
contamination - CORRECT ANSWER: The presence, or the reasonably anticipated
presence, of blood or other potentially infectious materials on an item's surface, or
visible debris or residues such as dust, hair, and skin.
Crack in the skin that penetrates the dermis.Severely cracked and/or chapped -
CORRECT ANSWER: Fissure
, cuticle - CORRECT ANSWER: nonliving, colorless tissue attached to the nail plate
Dead cells that form over a wound or blemish while healing; accumulation of sebum and
pus, sometimes mixed with epidermal cells. - CORRECT ANSWER: Crust
Decontamination - CORRECT ANSWER: The removal of blood or other potentially
infectious materials on an item's surface and the removal of visible debris or residues
such as dust, hair, and skin.
Define Anatomy - CORRECT ANSWER: the study of the structures of the human body
and the substances these structures are made o
Define Cell - CORRECT ANSWER: Basic unit of all living things
Define histology - CORRECT ANSWER: also known as microscopic anatomy, is the
study of the structure and composition of tissue
Define Physiology - CORRECT ANSWER: is the study of the functions and activities
performed by the body's structures
Describe a normal healthy nail - CORRECT ANSWER: firm and flexible, shiny, and
slightly pink in color. Its surface is usually smooth and unspotted, with no splits or deep
grooves. A healthy nail should be whitish and translucent in appearance, with the
pinkish or beige color of the nail bed below showing through.
Direct transmission - CORRECT ANSWER: involves the transmission of pathogens
through touching, kissing, coughing, sneezing, and talking.
Discolored nail - CORRECT ANSWER: Nails turn a variety of colors; may indicate
surface staining, a systemic disorder, or poor blood circulation. Can be serviced.
