Mn State Nail Exam - General Theory Questions And Answers Graded A+

MN STATE NAIL EXAM - GENERAL THEORY QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS GRADED A+ Monomer liquid and polymer powder products can be applied in three ways: 1. 0n the natural nail as a protective overlay 2. Over a nail tip 3. On a form to create a nail extension 4. To create small works of art on top or inside a nail enhancement MMA Methyl methacrylate What liquid monomer is illegal? Why is MMA monomer not recommended to use? 1. MMA doesn't adhere to the nail plate 2. MMA creates the hardest and most rigid nail enhancements 3. MMA is extremely hard to remove 4. The FDA says NOT to use it polymerization reaction a reaction in which monomer units are bonded together to form a polymer catalyst substance that speeds up the rate of a chemical reaction 1.5 liquid to 1 powder = medium bead higher liquid to powder ratio = wet bead equal liquid to powder ratio = dry bead Nail dehydrators remove surface moisture and tiny amounts of oil left on the natural nail plate, both of which can block adhesion. Nail dehydrator should be applied liberally to the natural nail plate only skin Nail primer is used on the natural nail prior to product application to assist in adhesion. The primer is used to chemically bond the enhancement product to the natural nail. abrasives nail files or buffers (lower the number the rougher the abrasive) a course grit file of 100 grit is used for to prepare the enhancement for a refill or rebalance. a medium grit file of 150-180 grit is used for is used for initial shaping of the perimeter of the nail, refining the overall surface shape of a nail enhancement, or for smoothing the surface before buffing. a fine grit file or buffer of 240 grit or higher is used for a high shine on a natural nail or a nail enhancement when no polish will be worn. nail disorder Condition caused by an injury or disease of the nail unit. Bruised nail beds a condition in which a blood clot forms under the nail plate, causing a dark purplish spot. Eggshell nails Noticeably thin, white nail plates that are more flexible than normal and can curve over the free edge. Beau's lies visible depressions running across the width of the natural nail plate Hangnail A condition in which the living tissue surrounding the nail plate splits or tears. Leukonychia spots Also known as white spots; whitish discolorations of the nails, usually caused by injury to the matrix area; not related to the body's health or vitamin deficiencies. Melanonychia Darkening of the fingernails or toenails; may be seen as a black band within the nail plate, extending from the base to the free edge. Onychorrhexis Split or brittle nails that have a series of lengthwise ridges giving a rough appearance to the surface of the nail plate. plicatured nail Also known as folded nail; a type of highly curved nail usually caused by injury to the matrix, but may be inherited. Often lead to ingrown nails. Nail pterygium Abnormal condition that occurs when the skin is stretched by the nail plate; usually caused by serious injury, such as burns, or an adverse skin reaction to chemical nail enhancement products. Ridged nails Vertical lines running the length of the natural nail plate, usually related to normal aging. Splinter hemorrhages Hemorrhages caused by trauma or injury to the nail bed that damage the capillaries and allow small amounts of blood flow. pincer nail (trumpet nail) Increased crosswise curvature throughout the nail plate caused by an increased curvature of the matrix Onychia Inflammation of the nail matrix and shedding of the nail onychocryptosis ingrown nail Onycholysis separation of the nail plate and the nail bed Onychomadesis The separation and falling off of a nail plate from the nail bed; affects fingernails and toenails. onychomycosis fungal infection of the nail paronychia Bacterial inflammation of the tissues surrounding the nail causing pus, swelling, and redness. Pyogenic granuloma Severe inflammation of the nail in which a lump of red tissue grows up from the nail bed to the nail plate. tinea pedis Red itchy patches of skin on the bottom of feet and/or between the toes. Nail psoriasis causes tiny pits or severe roughness on the surface of the nail plate Effleurage massage Light in stroke/produces reflexive response. Petrissage massage Kneading and picking up of the tissue Tapotement Also known as percussion; movements consisting of short, quick tapping, slapping, and hacking movements.