Why must the Hyponychium be treated gently
If the Hyponychium is damaged as infection under the nail plate is possible
These are spongy, respiratory organs responsible for inhaling and exhaling
Lungs
folds of normal skin that surround the natural nail plate
Nail folds
A type of adhesive applied on top of the nail fabric to create a hard nail surface
Nail wrap resin
Another name for kneecap
Patella
Short polymer chains consisting of just a few monomers that create a thick resin or gel like substance
Oligomers
Which of the following multiuse implements should be held at a 20-30 degree angle from nail plate
Metal pusher
How would you compare fingernail and toenail growth
Toenails are thicker than fingernails because toenail matrix is longer
The muscle moves the little toe
Flexor digiti minimi
Which nail disorder is associated with significant darking of the fingernails or toenails caused by increased pigment cells
Melanonychia
Abnormal brittleness of the nail plate
Onychorrhexis
Also known as shin bone
Tibia
A group of adductor muscle located in the palm that pulls the thumb toward the finger
Opponens
Bitten nails
Onychophagy
The acrylic powder which is combined with the liquid to form sculpting product for acrylic nails
Polymer
Noninfectious condition that affects the surface of the natural nail making it appear pitted or rough
Nail psoriasis
Jessica notice that a few toes on her guest feet seem to have a fungal infection Jessica suggests that the guest start a regimen of regular foot soaks as well as using tea tree oil and that if she does this she doesn’t need to see a podiatrist. Jessica manager overhears this conversation and is unhappy with Jessica response why?
Cosmetologist should not provide any medical advice
The largest upper bone in the arm
Humerus
The following are considered special treatment as an add on service except
The ventilation system
The part of the nail bed that extends below the nail root and helps to produce the nail plate
Matrix
A type of muscle that spread the fingers and toes apart
Abductor
These are the 8 bones of the wrist
Carpals
Which of the following abrasives should be used with caution and generally not on natural nails
Lower-grit abrasives
The split cuticle located around the nail
Agnail
Whitish discoloration of the nails caused by injury
Leukonychia