Texas State Board Manicurist Study Guide Questions
and Answers
papillary layer Correct Ans-Upper layer of the dermis. Houses nerve endings that provide
the body sense of touch.
lesion Correct Ans-a mark on the skin
primary lesions Correct Ans-Lesions that are a different color than the color of the skin,
and /or lesions that are raised above the surface of the skin.
secondary lesions Correct Ans-Characterized by piles of material on the skin surface, such
as a crust or a scab, or by depressions in the skin surface, such as an ulcer.
Albinism Correct Ans-Congenital leukoderma; absence of melanin pigment of the body,
including the skin, hair, and eyes.
, Texas State Board Manicurist Study Guide Questions
and Answers
chloasma Correct Ans-Increased pigmentation on the skin or dark spots that are not
elevated.
Lentigenes Correct Ans-Technical term for freckles
leukoderma Correct Ans-Skin disorder characterized by light, abnormal patches and
caused by a burn or congenital disease
Nevus Correct Ans-pigmented skin blemish, birthmark, or mole
port-wine stain Correct Ans-An abnormal brown or wine colored skin discoloration with a
circular and irregular shape
, Texas State Board Manicurist Study Guide Questions
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tan (TAN) Correct Ans-A change in the pigmentation of skin caused by exposure to heat or
ultraviolet energy.
vitiligo Correct Ans-Milky-white spots (leukoderma) of the skin that is hereditary. skin with
this condition must be carefully protected from overexposure to any source of UV energy.
Basal Cell Carcinoma Correct Ans-most common and least severe type of skin cancer which
often appears as light, pearly nodules; includes sores, reddish patches, or a smooth growth
with an elevated border.
malignant melanoma Correct Ans-least common, but most serious form of skin cancer as it
can spread quickly. Black or dark patches on the skin are usually uneven in texture, jagged, or
raised.
, Texas State Board Manicurist Study Guide Questions
and Answers
a nail tech should never.... Correct Ans-attempt to diagnose a skin or nail disorder or
recommend treatment, instead always suggest to seek advice from medical professional.
herpes simplex Correct Ans-highly contagious viral infection that causes blister-like clusters
typically found on the skin around the mouth, nose, or genital areas.
verruca Correct Ans-The technical term for wart
tinea manus Correct Ans-a fungal infection of the hands that cause ringworm. appears as
rings containing blisters dark red to pink in color. DO NOT PERFORM SERVICE!
tinea pedis Correct Ans-a fungal infection of the feet. athlete's foot or ringworm of the
feet. thrives in dark moist places. DO NOT PERFORM SERVICE!
and Answers
papillary layer Correct Ans-Upper layer of the dermis. Houses nerve endings that provide
the body sense of touch.
lesion Correct Ans-a mark on the skin
primary lesions Correct Ans-Lesions that are a different color than the color of the skin,
and /or lesions that are raised above the surface of the skin.
secondary lesions Correct Ans-Characterized by piles of material on the skin surface, such
as a crust or a scab, or by depressions in the skin surface, such as an ulcer.
Albinism Correct Ans-Congenital leukoderma; absence of melanin pigment of the body,
including the skin, hair, and eyes.
, Texas State Board Manicurist Study Guide Questions
and Answers
chloasma Correct Ans-Increased pigmentation on the skin or dark spots that are not
elevated.
Lentigenes Correct Ans-Technical term for freckles
leukoderma Correct Ans-Skin disorder characterized by light, abnormal patches and
caused by a burn or congenital disease
Nevus Correct Ans-pigmented skin blemish, birthmark, or mole
port-wine stain Correct Ans-An abnormal brown or wine colored skin discoloration with a
circular and irregular shape
, Texas State Board Manicurist Study Guide Questions
and Answers
tan (TAN) Correct Ans-A change in the pigmentation of skin caused by exposure to heat or
ultraviolet energy.
vitiligo Correct Ans-Milky-white spots (leukoderma) of the skin that is hereditary. skin with
this condition must be carefully protected from overexposure to any source of UV energy.
Basal Cell Carcinoma Correct Ans-most common and least severe type of skin cancer which
often appears as light, pearly nodules; includes sores, reddish patches, or a smooth growth
with an elevated border.
malignant melanoma Correct Ans-least common, but most serious form of skin cancer as it
can spread quickly. Black or dark patches on the skin are usually uneven in texture, jagged, or
raised.
, Texas State Board Manicurist Study Guide Questions
and Answers
a nail tech should never.... Correct Ans-attempt to diagnose a skin or nail disorder or
recommend treatment, instead always suggest to seek advice from medical professional.
herpes simplex Correct Ans-highly contagious viral infection that causes blister-like clusters
typically found on the skin around the mouth, nose, or genital areas.
verruca Correct Ans-The technical term for wart
tinea manus Correct Ans-a fungal infection of the hands that cause ringworm. appears as
rings containing blisters dark red to pink in color. DO NOT PERFORM SERVICE!
tinea pedis Correct Ans-a fungal infection of the feet. athlete's foot or ringworm of the
feet. thrives in dark moist places. DO NOT PERFORM SERVICE!
