Colorado Nail Tech Theory State Board Exam Review || with
complete solution.
the process of disinfecting eliminates ALL microorganisms on nonporous surfaces correct
answers FALSE
Pathogenic bacteria correct answers Bacteria that can cause disease
Non-pathogenic bacteria correct answers Harmless (good) bacteria that does NOT cause disease
acquired immunity correct answers immunity that the body develops after it overcomes a
disease, or through vaccines
Is it okay to use disinfectant as hand sanitizer? correct answers No — it will cause irritation
Disinfectants must be registered with the EPA correct answers TRUE
Compared to hospitals, salons pose a higher infection risk correct answers FALSE
Protoplasm correct answers The substance that makes up the living parts of cells
Neurons correct answers nerve cells
The three parts of a muscle correct answers Origin, belly, insertion
The keratin in natural nails is softer than the keratin in hair correct answers FALSE
,The water content of a healthy nail is between 5-10% correct answers False — 10%
Why are toenails thicker than fingernails? correct answers The toenail matrix is longer than the
fingernail matrix
How long does it take for a toenail to fully regrow? correct answers 18 months
What is agnail another term for? correct answers Hangnail
Leukonychia spots correct answers White spots on the nails, usually caused by injury to the
matrix area
What is the term used to describe pigment cells? correct answers Melanocytes
Excessive use of cuticle remover can cause what? correct answers Onychorrhexis
Onychomadesis correct answers The separation and falling off of a nail plate from the nail bed
How long is a standard manicure table? correct answers 36-48 inches
Eponychium correct answers cuticles
Hyponichium correct answers Slightly thickened layer of skin that lies between the fingertip and
free edge of the natural nail plate
Reusing implements without properly cleaning and disinfecting them is against the law in every
state correct answers TRUE
, What temperature should paraffin wax be heated to? correct answers Between 125-130 degrees
What is a paddle used for in a pedicure? correct answers To remove calluses and dead skin from
the feet during a pedicure
Clients with scaly feet should be sent to a podiatrist to define whether the scaly condition is
caused by a _____. correct answers Fungus
Always work from left to right during any pedicure or nail service correct answers True
Acrylic nail enhancements are what kind of service correct answers Lucrative
lucrative correct answers bringing in money; profitable
What kind of nail primer should be used for nail enhancement? correct answers acid-free
What size acrylic brush should be used by beginners for acrylic application? correct answers
Between 8-12
Useful product disposal guidelines and medical first aid info can be found where? correct
answers MSDS Sheet
State regulatory agencies correct answers licensing agencies, boards of cosmetology, health
departments
bacteria correct answers single-celled organisms with plant and animal characteristics
The type of bacteria that rarely shows any active motility is correct answers Cocci
complete solution.
the process of disinfecting eliminates ALL microorganisms on nonporous surfaces correct
answers FALSE
Pathogenic bacteria correct answers Bacteria that can cause disease
Non-pathogenic bacteria correct answers Harmless (good) bacteria that does NOT cause disease
acquired immunity correct answers immunity that the body develops after it overcomes a
disease, or through vaccines
Is it okay to use disinfectant as hand sanitizer? correct answers No — it will cause irritation
Disinfectants must be registered with the EPA correct answers TRUE
Compared to hospitals, salons pose a higher infection risk correct answers FALSE
Protoplasm correct answers The substance that makes up the living parts of cells
Neurons correct answers nerve cells
The three parts of a muscle correct answers Origin, belly, insertion
The keratin in natural nails is softer than the keratin in hair correct answers FALSE
,The water content of a healthy nail is between 5-10% correct answers False — 10%
Why are toenails thicker than fingernails? correct answers The toenail matrix is longer than the
fingernail matrix
How long does it take for a toenail to fully regrow? correct answers 18 months
What is agnail another term for? correct answers Hangnail
Leukonychia spots correct answers White spots on the nails, usually caused by injury to the
matrix area
What is the term used to describe pigment cells? correct answers Melanocytes
Excessive use of cuticle remover can cause what? correct answers Onychorrhexis
Onychomadesis correct answers The separation and falling off of a nail plate from the nail bed
How long is a standard manicure table? correct answers 36-48 inches
Eponychium correct answers cuticles
Hyponichium correct answers Slightly thickened layer of skin that lies between the fingertip and
free edge of the natural nail plate
Reusing implements without properly cleaning and disinfecting them is against the law in every
state correct answers TRUE
, What temperature should paraffin wax be heated to? correct answers Between 125-130 degrees
What is a paddle used for in a pedicure? correct answers To remove calluses and dead skin from
the feet during a pedicure
Clients with scaly feet should be sent to a podiatrist to define whether the scaly condition is
caused by a _____. correct answers Fungus
Always work from left to right during any pedicure or nail service correct answers True
Acrylic nail enhancements are what kind of service correct answers Lucrative
lucrative correct answers bringing in money; profitable
What kind of nail primer should be used for nail enhancement? correct answers acid-free
What size acrylic brush should be used by beginners for acrylic application? correct answers
Between 8-12
Useful product disposal guidelines and medical first aid info can be found where? correct
answers MSDS Sheet
State regulatory agencies correct answers licensing agencies, boards of cosmetology, health
departments
bacteria correct answers single-celled organisms with plant and animal characteristics
The type of bacteria that rarely shows any active motility is correct answers Cocci
