TEXAS MANICURIST BOARD TEST WITH
CERTIFIED QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS FOR THE
5TH EDITION
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
toplace the nail tip
How long should gel products be cured in a UV lamp? – ANSWER
Permanufacturer's direction
A licensee may NOT perform manicuring services for clients with – ANSWER
Nailfungus
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
andgloves
According to TDLR, when does a license expire after being issued? – ANSWER
Onthe second anniversary of the issue date
Which of the 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 irritation
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
According to TDLR, all trash containers must be kept clean by washing or using
plastic liners and emptied how often? - ANSWERDaily
According to TDLR, when can an individual perform cosmetology services with
an expired license? - ANSWERUnder no circumstances
If a dirty nail clipper is placed into a disinfection container, which of the following
will most likely happen? - ANSWERDisinfectant will be contaminated
, According to TDLR, prior to each use, electrical equipment that cannot be
immersed in liquid shall be wiped clean and – ANSWER Disinfected
What should a licensee do if they suspect their client has a nail disease?
–ANSWER Refer the client to a physician
According to the TLDR, what product is prohibited from use in a nail
salon? –ANSWER Methyl methacrylate (MMA)
Safety data sheets explain which of the following? – ANSWER How to
protectyourself when using the product
What is important to know about your client prior to performing a massage?
–ANSWER Medical condition
Which type of tip does NOT require blending? – ANSWER Well-less
How should monomer liquid be disposed – ANSWER Absorbed with a paper
toweland placed in a sealed plastic bag
When should a manicure service NOT be performed? – ANSWER
Inflammationaround the nail
What implement can cause damage to the eponychium when applying too much
pressure? – ANSWER Pusher
According to TLDR, a licensee shall retain a copy of the continuing education
course completion certificate for how many years? - ANSWER2
What are warts caused by? - ANSWERA virus
According to TDLR, a licensee may perform a service, within the scope of the
license, at a location other than a licensed facility for a client who - ANSWERWill
receive the services at the special event
Which of the following is a contagious disease? - ANSWERScabies
According to TDLR, when must an individual obtain a new salon or shop license?
- ANSWERThere is a change in ownership
What is necessary to use when preparing the feet for a pedicure service? -
ANSWERFoot bath
Complete the pedicure foot massage by - ANSWERFeathering off the foot
CERTIFIED QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS FOR THE
5TH EDITION
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
toplace the nail tip
How long should gel products be cured in a UV lamp? – ANSWER
Permanufacturer's direction
A licensee may NOT perform manicuring services for clients with – ANSWER
Nailfungus
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
andgloves
According to TDLR, when does a license expire after being issued? – ANSWER
Onthe second anniversary of the issue date
Which of the 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 irritation
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
According to TDLR, all trash containers must be kept clean by washing or using
plastic liners and emptied how often? - ANSWERDaily
According to TDLR, when can an individual perform cosmetology services with
an expired license? - ANSWERUnder no circumstances
If a dirty nail clipper is placed into a disinfection container, which of the following
will most likely happen? - ANSWERDisinfectant will be contaminated
, According to TDLR, prior to each use, electrical equipment that cannot be
immersed in liquid shall be wiped clean and – ANSWER Disinfected
What should a licensee do if they suspect their client has a nail disease?
–ANSWER Refer the client to a physician
According to the TLDR, what product is prohibited from use in a nail
salon? –ANSWER Methyl methacrylate (MMA)
Safety data sheets explain which of the following? – ANSWER How to
protectyourself when using the product
What is important to know about your client prior to performing a massage?
–ANSWER Medical condition
Which type of tip does NOT require blending? – ANSWER Well-less
How should monomer liquid be disposed – ANSWER Absorbed with a paper
toweland placed in a sealed plastic bag
When should a manicure service NOT be performed? – ANSWER
Inflammationaround the nail
What implement can cause damage to the eponychium when applying too much
pressure? – ANSWER Pusher
According to TLDR, a licensee shall retain a copy of the continuing education
course completion certificate for how many years? - ANSWER2
What are warts caused by? - ANSWERA virus
According to TDLR, a licensee may perform a service, within the scope of the
license, at a location other than a licensed facility for a client who - ANSWERWill
receive the services at the special event
Which of the following is a contagious disease? - ANSWERScabies
According to TDLR, when must an individual obtain a new salon or shop license?
- ANSWERThere is a change in ownership
What is necessary to use when preparing the feet for a pedicure service? -
ANSWERFoot bath
Complete the pedicure foot massage by - ANSWERFeathering off the foot
