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