Crear juego
Jugar Test
1. 
Why is paronychia contraindicated to manicure?
A.
Because it is a fungal infection
B.
Because it is a viral infection
C.
Because it is a bacterial infection
D.
Because it is an infestation
2. 
What type of disorder is a whitlow?
A.
Congenital
B.
Viral
C.
Bacterial
D.
Fungal
3. 
What can severe psoriasis cause?
A.
Thickening of the nail plate with the surface becoming rough
B.
Thinning of the nail plate with the surface becoming smooth
C.
Bending of the nail plate
D.
Splitting of the nail plate
4. 
Which of the following contraindications would you avoid treating?
A.
Onychorrhexis
B.
Pterygium
C.
Onychomycosis
D.
Leuconychia
5. 
Which of the following is a possible cause of eczema?
A.
Fungal infection
B.
Stress and/or allergies
C.
Over-production of sebum
D.
Bacterial infection
6. 
Why can psoriasis restrict the service?
A.
Because it is infectious
B.
Because it may bleed and be open to infection
C.
Because it will make the nail enamel change colour
D.
Because it is a fungal disease
7. 
Which of the following conditions/disorders may restrict a manicure treatment?
A.
Severely bitten nails
B.
Fungal infection
C.
Bacterial infection
D.
Severe nail separation
8. 
Onychophagy is a nail disorder caused by:
A.
Poor blood circulation
B.
Ill health
C.
A severe blow to the nail plate
D.
Biting the nail
9. 
Which of the following is correct when referring a client to a general practioner?
A.
Always refer with a diagnosis
B.
Tell the client what your suspected diagnosis is
C.
Never diagnose
D.
Diagnose if you think it is appropriate
10. 
What are the characteristics of lamella dystrophy?
A.
Discolouration of the nail plate and free edge
B.
Extreme pitting of the nail plate
C.
Flaking and peeling of the nail plate
D.
Yellow patches on the skin around the nail
11. 
What might blue nail be attributed to?
A.
Skin disease
B.
Kidney disease
C.
Heart disease
D.
Liver disease
12. 
Which of the following can have a positive effect on nail growth?
A.
A balanced diet
B.
An inactive lifestyle
C.
Cold weather
D.
Menopause
13. 
Which of the following statements is correct?
A.
The nail normally grows more quickly in the summer
B.
The nail normally grows more quickly during the winter
C.
The nail normally grows more quickly in mature people
D.
The nail normally grows more quickly on the feet
14. 
Where are new nail cells formed?
A.
In the nail plate
B.
In the matrix
C.
In the cuticle
D.
In the nail walls
15. 
How would you recognise an oily skin?
A.
Dryness, dull appearance
B.
Fine texture with a tendency towards broken capillaries
C.
Orange peel texture, thin/transparent
D.
Open pores, sallow appearance
16. 
Which of the following products/services would not normally be used for a male client?
A.
Cuticle cream
B.
Buffing paste
C.
Parafin wax treatment
D.
French polish
17. 
When should the hand be soaked in water?
A.
Prior to the application of cuticle cream/oil
B.
After the application of cuticle cream/oil
C.
After the hand massage
D.
It should never be soaked in water
18. 
For approximately how long should the nails be soaked in oil during a basic hot oil manicure?
A.
For as long as the client wishes
B.
It would depend upon the age of the client
C.
No longer than 10 - 15 minutes
D.
No longer than 20 - 30 minutes
19. 
Which of the following is a benefit of thermal mittens?
A.
They improve the nourishing and hydrating effects of the cream applied
B.
They improve the long term skin colour through desquamation
C.
They calm sensitive skin
D.
They strengthen weak nails
20. 
Which of the following is true with regard to French polish?
A.
It strengthens the nails
B.
It can make short nails look shorter and fatter
C.
It can make short nails look slimmer and longer
D.
It helps to nourish the nails
21. 
The effects of buffing paste include:
A.
To soothe the nail
B.
To remove hangnails
C.
To remove the cuticle
D.
To smooth irregularities on the nail plate
22. 
Which ingredient found in nail enamel is most likely to cause an allergic reaction?
A.
Formaldehyde
B.
Potassium hydroxide
C.
Glycerol
D.
Nitrocellulose
23. 
Which of the following is a benefit of hand and lower arm massage?
A.
To decrease circulation of nutrients
B.
To aid in the formation of keratin
C.
To decrease lymphatic circulation
D.
To stimulate circulation
24. 
Which of the following is correct?
A.
Massage increases discolouration of the nails
B.
Massage slows down nail cell formation
C.
Massage brings nutrients to the nails
D.
Massage reduces ridges on the nails
25. 
The main effect of effleurage is:
A.
Irritating
B.
Soothing
C.
Stimulating
D.
Invigorating
26. 
Of what benefit is the petrissage movement during hand and arm massage?
A.
It spreads the massage medium evenly
B.
It brings fresh blood and nutrients to the area being worked on
C.
It decreases circulation
D.
It soothes the superficial layers of the skin
27. 
A massage medium should be:
A.
Light and sticky
B.
Heavy and non-sticky
C.
Light and non-sticky
D.
Heavy and sticky
28. 
What is the advantage of using a light massage lotion?
A.
It is absorbed faster than massage creams
B.
It is better for oily skin
C.
It allows a more firm massage to be given
D.
It is better for dry skin
29. 
What is the purpose of base coat?
A.
To protect enamel from chipping
B.
To add a high gloss to cream enamel
C.
To prevent pigments from staining the nail plate
D.
To reduce oil in the nail plate
30. 
What is the function of top coat?
A.
To prevent staining of the nail
B.
To protect the enamel from chipping
C.
To fill in ridges
D.
To prevent the nail from breaking
31. 
What contra-action might occur during or after the nail service?
A.
The nail polish might smudge
B.
The client might decide that they do not like the colour of the nail enamel
C.
An allergic reaction to an ingredient in one of the products
D.
The cuticle might still adhere to the nail plate
32. 
What is a contra-action?
A.
A positive reaction to the treatment
B.
An incorrect treatment
C.
The action to be taken if the client gives you a negative feedback
D.
An adverse or negative reaction to the treatment