Texas Manicurist Written State Board Test Questions and Correct Answers Updated

Texas Manicurist Written State Board Test
Questions and Correct Answers Updated
Question 1
When disinfecting your dirty implements, what time standard should you use with
your disinfecting solutions
Correct Answer
manufacturer directions



Question 2
Which product improves adhesion between acrylic enhancement and the natural nails
surface?
Correct Answer
Primer



Question 3
What is the purpose of a finger bowl?

Correct Answer
To soften the skin and cuticle



Question 4
When should a manicure service NOT be performed?
Correct Answer
Inflammation around the nail




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,Question 5
Which step must be completed before reusing the handles of foot paddles with
disposable and replaceable abrasive surfaces?
Correct Answer
Clean and disinfec



Question 6
According to TDLR, how can a person on INACTIVE status return a license to active
Correct Answer
complete continuing education hours



Question 7
Whose legal responsibility is it to protect clients from harmful pathogens found on
contaminated salon tools and equipment
Correct Answer
Licensee



Question 8
What is the appearance of herpes virus I?
Correct Answer
Blisters



Question 9
What should a licensee do when an asymmetrical mole, containing many colors is
visible on a client's arm?
Correct Answer
Refer the client to a physician




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,Question 10
Which part of the nail forms a protective barrier that prevents bacteria from infecting
the nail bed?
Correct Answer
Hyponychium



Question 11
When disinfecting your dirty implements, what standard should licensee follows
Correct Answer
Manufacture direction



Question 12
When performing a pedicure, before removing loose tags of dead skin (hang nails),
what should a licensee do first?
Correct Answer
push back the cuticle



Question 13
What are warts caused by?
Correct Answer
A virus



Question 14
What is used to remove products from their containers in order to prevent
contamination?
Correct Answer
Spatulas




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, Question 15
What is used to understand a client's expectations or needs?
Correct Answer
intake form



Question 16
To determine the best nail shape, a licensee should ask about the client...
Correct Answer
Lifestyle



Question 17
What is important to know about your client prior to performing a massage?
Correct Answer
Medical condition



Question 18
What disinfectant product can damage plastic and some metals?
Correct Answer
Household bleach



Question 19
What grit nail file should be used to shape and blend the nail tip?
Correct Answer
80



Question 20
According to TDLR, licensees shall notify TDLR of change in address/location
Correct Answer
30 days




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