Texas Manicurist Written State Board Updated Exam 2026 WITH
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When using acid-based nail primer, what should a licensee wear? -ANSWER-safety
eyewear
According to TDLR, what should be used to thoroughly clean and disinfect tools or
implements exposed to blood? -ANSWER-EPA-registered hospital grade
disinfectant solution
After a blood exposure incident, where should contaminated single-use items be
disposed? -ANSWER-in a covered trash container with a liner
What nail shape is best suited for a person who works with their hands -ANSWER-
Squoval
The five basic nail shapes are square, round, oval, pointed, and -ANSWER-Squoval
When applying tips, what is used for added strength? -ANSWER-Overlay
During a manicure, when should the nails be shaped? -ANSWER-After removing
the nail polish
,According to TDLR, in the salon, what form of alum is prohibited from being used
to stop mild bleeding -ANSWER-Stick
How should pressure in a massage be directed? -ANSWER-From the insertion of
the muscle to its origin
Multi-use implements are constructed of -ANSWER-Hard non-porous materials
When there is no sign of infection, what is an appropriate treatment for a
hangnail -ANSWER-Carefully trimming
What should be done immediately after removing implements from a wet
sanitizer and before using the implements on a client? -ANSWER-Lay the
implements out on a clean towel to dry
According to TDLR, prior to servicing a client, what should be used to clean one's
own hands -ANSWER-Liquid sanitizer
When applying nail primer, before dipping the brush back into the container,
what should be done avoid contamination -ANSWER-wipe the brush on a clean
towel
Which part of the nail is made of cells that produce the nail plate? -ANSWER-
matrix
,When using adhesive, what should a licensee wear? -ANSWER-protective eyewear
The living tissue at the base of the nail plate covering the matrix are that should
never be cut or damaged is the -ANSWER-eponychium
What should a licensee know about pathogenic bacteria? -ANSWER-it is harmful
and may cause disease
What is the purpose of thoroughly cleaning implements prior to immersion in a
disinfectant solution? -ANSWER-avoid contamination
What is the procedure for applying nail polish during a manicure? -ANSWER-
basecoat, color, color, topcoat
According to TDLR, when a porous instrument contacts blood or body fluids, what
shall be done immediately? -ANSWER-double-bagged and discarded
Why is it recommended to cap the free edge when applying gel polish? -ANSWER-
to increase strength
Which of the following statements is true about bacteria? -ANSWER-can be found
in the air
According to TDLR, how shall multi-use implements be prepared prior to use on
each client? -ANSWER-cleaned and disinfected
What should you see when analyzing a healthy nail bed? -ANSWER-slightly pink
, According to TDLR, what shall a licensee never sell, use, or apply to any person? -
ANSWER-methyl methacrylate
Proper hand washing procedure requires rubbing hands together with soap and
water, scrubbing nails, and using a -ANSWER-clean towel or cloth
Why do nails appear thinner after the removal of an enhancement? -ANSWER-
They have been weakened
After the loss of a fingernail, how long does it take to replace the nail plate? -
ANSWER-4 to 6 months
According to TDLR, before beginning every client service, all shampoo bowls and
manicure tables must be -ANSWER-disinfected
What is the purpose of dehydrating the nail prior to applying enhancement
products? -ANSWER-to remove oil
A nail service can be performed on clients with which of the following skin or nail
characteristic? -ANSWER-bruised
Excessive use of cuticle removers, aggressive filing techniques, and hereditary
factors are the causes of -ANSWER-brittle nails
Recent Newest Verified And Well Analyzed Exam Questions (Actual
Exam 2026-2027) Correct Detailed & Verified ANSWERS (100%
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When using acid-based nail primer, what should a licensee wear? -ANSWER-safety
eyewear
According to TDLR, what should be used to thoroughly clean and disinfect tools or
implements exposed to blood? -ANSWER-EPA-registered hospital grade
disinfectant solution
After a blood exposure incident, where should contaminated single-use items be
disposed? -ANSWER-in a covered trash container with a liner
What nail shape is best suited for a person who works with their hands -ANSWER-
Squoval
The five basic nail shapes are square, round, oval, pointed, and -ANSWER-Squoval
When applying tips, what is used for added strength? -ANSWER-Overlay
During a manicure, when should the nails be shaped? -ANSWER-After removing
the nail polish
,According to TDLR, in the salon, what form of alum is prohibited from being used
to stop mild bleeding -ANSWER-Stick
How should pressure in a massage be directed? -ANSWER-From the insertion of
the muscle to its origin
Multi-use implements are constructed of -ANSWER-Hard non-porous materials
When there is no sign of infection, what is an appropriate treatment for a
hangnail -ANSWER-Carefully trimming
What should be done immediately after removing implements from a wet
sanitizer and before using the implements on a client? -ANSWER-Lay the
implements out on a clean towel to dry
According to TDLR, prior to servicing a client, what should be used to clean one's
own hands -ANSWER-Liquid sanitizer
When applying nail primer, before dipping the brush back into the container,
what should be done avoid contamination -ANSWER-wipe the brush on a clean
towel
Which part of the nail is made of cells that produce the nail plate? -ANSWER-
matrix
,When using adhesive, what should a licensee wear? -ANSWER-protective eyewear
The living tissue at the base of the nail plate covering the matrix are that should
never be cut or damaged is the -ANSWER-eponychium
What should a licensee know about pathogenic bacteria? -ANSWER-it is harmful
and may cause disease
What is the purpose of thoroughly cleaning implements prior to immersion in a
disinfectant solution? -ANSWER-avoid contamination
What is the procedure for applying nail polish during a manicure? -ANSWER-
basecoat, color, color, topcoat
According to TDLR, when a porous instrument contacts blood or body fluids, what
shall be done immediately? -ANSWER-double-bagged and discarded
Why is it recommended to cap the free edge when applying gel polish? -ANSWER-
to increase strength
Which of the following statements is true about bacteria? -ANSWER-can be found
in the air
According to TDLR, how shall multi-use implements be prepared prior to use on
each client? -ANSWER-cleaned and disinfected
What should you see when analyzing a healthy nail bed? -ANSWER-slightly pink
, According to TDLR, what shall a licensee never sell, use, or apply to any person? -
ANSWER-methyl methacrylate
Proper hand washing procedure requires rubbing hands together with soap and
water, scrubbing nails, and using a -ANSWER-clean towel or cloth
Why do nails appear thinner after the removal of an enhancement? -ANSWER-
They have been weakened
After the loss of a fingernail, how long does it take to replace the nail plate? -
ANSWER-4 to 6 months
According to TDLR, before beginning every client service, all shampoo bowls and
manicure tables must be -ANSWER-disinfected
What is the purpose of dehydrating the nail prior to applying enhancement
products? -ANSWER-to remove oil
A nail service can be performed on clients with which of the following skin or nail
characteristic? -ANSWER-bruised
Excessive use of cuticle removers, aggressive filing techniques, and hereditary
factors are the causes of -ANSWER-brittle nails
