Anatomy and Structure of the Nail

study of nails Question the primary purpose of the free edge of he nail is to the nail bed is attached to the bone by attached at the base of the nail ,under the skin and inside the mantle is the what is the skin that touches, overlaps and surrounds the nail the lunula is the half moon shape at the base of the nail that appears white due to a reflection of the light at the point where the the active tissue that generates cells that harden as they move more outward from the root to the nail is called what are the appendage of the skin that is the cuticle that overlaps the lunula at the base of the nail what is the deep pocket like area that holds the root and the matrix of the nail the loose and pliable overlapping skin around the nail is the the skin under the free edge of the nail is the the folds of skin on either side of the nail groove are called the tracks on either side of the nail that the nail moves on as it grows are called the nail will not grow back if what has been permanent damaged what is the average growth rate of the nail in adults nails grow slower due to nails grow faster in the under normal conditions ,the nail growth of a new nail plate takes approximately which nail structure consists of many nerves and blood vessels for continuous nourishment any disease,disorder or conditions of he nail is called nails with a sign of disease require a healthy nail is smooth,curved,translucent,pinkish in color and the technical name for the disease referred to as ringworm (tinea)of the nail what may be caused by bacterial infection ,an infected hangnail or washing hands too often,as opposed to being a systemic disease appears as itching and peeling of the skin on the feet and must be referred to a physician what is caused by an injury or systemic disease and is NOT caused by fungus onychia is an inflammation of the vertical lines down the nail plate that may be caused by illness or injury are called systemic or long-term illness or nervous disturbance can cause the disorder in which the nail grows into he edge of the nail grooves causing ingrown toenails is called uneven growth of the nail may cause trimming toenails straight across can help avoid small white spots on the nail caused by an injury in which a small separation occurs between the nail and the nail bed is called blood trapped under nails is a condition referred to as what condition results when the cuticle becomes overly dry and slits Answer protect the tip of the finger and /or toe ligaments nail root perionychium nail matrix and nail bed meet nail matrix nails eponchium mantle cuticle hyponychium nail walls the nail grooves matrix 1/8" per month aging.winter months and/or poor nutrition summer 4 to 6 months nail bed onychosis referral to physician is without hollows or wavy rides onychomycosis paronychia tenea pedis onychia nail matrix furrows spoon nails onychocryptosis wavy ridges ingrown toenails leuconychia bruised nails hangnail which of the following condition refers to an excess of living skin attached to the nail plate that disrupts normal nail growth what is another name for onychauxis a thickening of the nail plate or an abnormal outgrowth of the nail is called what would be the correct response if a client arrives for a manicure and exhibits signs of onychophagy Improper filing,injuries or harsh chemicals could be cause of which of the following condition is caused by a nervous habit what is the nail condition that can be indicated by a yellow discoloration that turns back and begins to smell bad onychorrhexis is a term indicating Discoloration of the nail can indicate serious problems in which of the following parts of the nail upon discovery of a nail fungus on a client's hands or feet,the cosmetologist needs to what is the job of the manicurist when determining the shape of the client's nails An implement that shortens,shapes and smooth rough edges of natural nails is called what product may be used ti remove nail stains what is the function of a nail dryer when used during a nail service the finger bowl should contain warm water and what is generally the wattage for a bulb found in a lamp used for close detail work how should implements involved in a blood spill incident be handle wash implements with soap and water before placing in how often should a disinfectant be replaced when removing polish from the nail,work from when performing a manicure you must remove any traces of oil, lotion or cream when is it appropriate to offer a hand massage during a manicure how should nail be polished be applied what should you use to remove excess polish at the edge of the nail the manicurist will apply nail polish During the massage portion of a pedicure service apply pressure to the muscular tissue on either side of Brittle nails or dry aging hands could receive some benefit from Following an acrylic nail service,brushes should be cleaned Because most nail polishes vapors are flammable Avoid the use of acetone polish remover ON how much of the nail bed should a nail tip cover A dehydrant is used to help remove moisture and oil and to prevent the growth of When should a dehydrating product be used to applied to the nail pterygium hypertrophy onychauxis offer to perform a weekly nail service ,including polish split nail onychophagy nail fungus split or brittle nails nail bed refer client to physician enhance the client's natural nail shape emery board hydrogen peroxide aid in fast drying and protection from being sticky or dull soap 40 watts disinfect implement with a broad spectrum disinfectant disinfectant as directed by manufacturer base to tip before applying polish prior to polishing the nail using light sweeping strokes an orangewood stick wrapped in cotton with the tip saturated in polish remover over the base coat the shinbone hot oil or cream manicuring in brush cleaner smoking should not be allowed in a salon ACRYLIC NAILS 1/3 to 1/2 fungi before performing a sculptured nail service After applying the dehydrant and primer during a sculptured nail avoid touching the nail service , you should Rebalancing the nail during a fill-in service means to file and buff the remaining acrylic to new growth area nail to blend If a nail fungus is found prior to performing a fill-in nail service ,which of removing the artificial nail the following step should be taken