PIVOT POINT NAIL EXAM
QUESTIONS WITH CORRECT
DETAILED ANSWERS
What is the pocket-like structure that holds the root and matrix of the nail? - Answer-
mantle
The study of the structure and growth of the nails is called: - Answer-Onychology
Jane accidentally closed the car door on her finger. The nail on that finger eventually fell
off and one year later had not grown back. What nail structure has possibly been
permanently damaged? - Answer-matrix
What is the living tissue that overlies the nail plate on the sides of the nail? - Answer-
Perionychium
Under normal circumstances, the growth of a new fingernail takes approximately: -
Answer-4-6 months
The nail plate rests on which area of the nail? - Answer-nail bed
The living tissue under the free edge of the nail is the: - Answer-hyponychium
Attached at the base of the nail, under the skin and inside the mantle is the: - Answer-
nail root
A healthy nail is smooth, curved, translucent, pinkish in color and: - Answer-Is without
hollows or wavy ridges
A protein substance found in nails and hair is: - Answer-keratin
The live tissue at the base of the nail is called the: - Answer-eponychium
Which of the following statements is not correct about onychomycosis: - Answer-
Caused by biting the nail
Which of the following terms is considered an appendage of the skin? - Answer-Nail
A thickening of the nail plate or an abnormal outgrowth of the nail is called: - Answer-
Onychauxis
, Onychoptosis refers to: - Answer-Shedding or falling off of nails
The lanula is the half moon shape at the base of the nail and is the visible part of the: -
Answer-Nail matrix
Which of the following conditions can be caused by a nervous habit: - Answer-
Onychophagy
White spots in the nail caused by an injury in which a small separation occurs between
the nail and the nail bed is called: - Answer-Leuconychia
The primary purpose of the free edge of the nail is to: - Answer-Protect the tip of the
finger and/or toe
What term is used to describe the cosmetic care of the feet and toenails? - Answer-
Pedicuring
How should the nails be filed while performing a manicure? - Answer-Corner to center
A polish technique that creates a natural looking effect on nails is called - Answer-
French polish
What is the recommended amount of time a client should wait to get a pedicure after
shaving their legs? - Answer-24 hours
What is the controlled use of highly fragranced oils for a specific outcome? - Answer-
aromatherapy
A stroking or circular massage movement that is light, relaxing, smooth and gentle is
called - Answer-Effleurage
What type of light does no chip polish utilize to cure? - Answer-led
Which of the following products helps prevent nails from splitting - Answer-Nail
strengthener
Which of the following product aids in moisturizing brittle nails? - Answer-Cuticle oil
What is placed between the toes before polish application? - Answer-Toe separators
What tool has a shape designed to follow the natural curve of the nail? - Answer-Cuticle
pusher
When performing a manicure, what product may be used to soften cuticle skin? -
Answer-Cuticle cream
QUESTIONS WITH CORRECT
DETAILED ANSWERS
What is the pocket-like structure that holds the root and matrix of the nail? - Answer-
mantle
The study of the structure and growth of the nails is called: - Answer-Onychology
Jane accidentally closed the car door on her finger. The nail on that finger eventually fell
off and one year later had not grown back. What nail structure has possibly been
permanently damaged? - Answer-matrix
What is the living tissue that overlies the nail plate on the sides of the nail? - Answer-
Perionychium
Under normal circumstances, the growth of a new fingernail takes approximately: -
Answer-4-6 months
The nail plate rests on which area of the nail? - Answer-nail bed
The living tissue under the free edge of the nail is the: - Answer-hyponychium
Attached at the base of the nail, under the skin and inside the mantle is the: - Answer-
nail root
A healthy nail is smooth, curved, translucent, pinkish in color and: - Answer-Is without
hollows or wavy ridges
A protein substance found in nails and hair is: - Answer-keratin
The live tissue at the base of the nail is called the: - Answer-eponychium
Which of the following statements is not correct about onychomycosis: - Answer-
Caused by biting the nail
Which of the following terms is considered an appendage of the skin? - Answer-Nail
A thickening of the nail plate or an abnormal outgrowth of the nail is called: - Answer-
Onychauxis
, Onychoptosis refers to: - Answer-Shedding or falling off of nails
The lanula is the half moon shape at the base of the nail and is the visible part of the: -
Answer-Nail matrix
Which of the following conditions can be caused by a nervous habit: - Answer-
Onychophagy
White spots in the nail caused by an injury in which a small separation occurs between
the nail and the nail bed is called: - Answer-Leuconychia
The primary purpose of the free edge of the nail is to: - Answer-Protect the tip of the
finger and/or toe
What term is used to describe the cosmetic care of the feet and toenails? - Answer-
Pedicuring
How should the nails be filed while performing a manicure? - Answer-Corner to center
A polish technique that creates a natural looking effect on nails is called - Answer-
French polish
What is the recommended amount of time a client should wait to get a pedicure after
shaving their legs? - Answer-24 hours
What is the controlled use of highly fragranced oils for a specific outcome? - Answer-
aromatherapy
A stroking or circular massage movement that is light, relaxing, smooth and gentle is
called - Answer-Effleurage
What type of light does no chip polish utilize to cure? - Answer-led
Which of the following products helps prevent nails from splitting - Answer-Nail
strengthener
Which of the following product aids in moisturizing brittle nails? - Answer-Cuticle oil
What is placed between the toes before polish application? - Answer-Toe separators
What tool has a shape designed to follow the natural curve of the nail? - Answer-Cuticle
pusher
When performing a manicure, what product may be used to soften cuticle skin? -
Answer-Cuticle cream
