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1. 
Why is paronychia contraindicated to manicure?
A.
Because it is a fungal infection
B.
Because it is a viral infection
C.
Because it is a bacterial infection
D.
Because it is an infestation
2. 
What can severe psoriasis cause?
A.
Thickening of the nail plate with the surface becoming rough
B.
Thinning of the nail plate with the surface becoming smooth
C.
Bending of the nail plate
D.
Splitting of the nail plate
3. 
Which of the following is contagious and therefore contraindicated to manicure/pedicure?
A.
Warts
B.
Onychauxis
C.
Koilonychia
D.
Chilblains
4. 
Which of the following contraindications would you avoid treating?
A.
Onychorrhexis
B.
Pterygium
C.
Onychomycosis
D.
Leuconychia
5. 
Which of the following conditions/disorders may restrict a manicure treatment?
A.
Severe eczema
B.
Minor nail separation
C.
Severe psoriasis
D.
Fungal infection
6. 
Why can psoriasis restrict the service?
A.
Because it is infectious
B.
Because it may bleed and be open to infection
C.
Because it will make the nail enamel change colour
D.
Because it will make the nail enamel change colour
7. 
Which of the following is a possible cause of eczema?
A.
Fungal infection
B.
Stress and/or allergies
C.
Over-production of sebum
D.
Bacterial infection
8. 
Onychophagy is a nail disorder caused by:
A.
Poor blood circulation
B.
Ill health
C.
A severe blow to the nail plate
D.
Biting the nail
9. 
Which of the following is correct when referring a client to a general practioner?
A.
Always refer with a diagnosis
B.
Tell the client what your suspected diagnosis is
C.
Never diagnose
D.
Diagnose if you think it is appropriate
10. 
What might blue nail be attributed to?
A.
Skin disease
B.
Kidney disease
C.
Heart disease
D.
Liver disease
11. 
What are the characteristics of brittle nails?
A.
They are usually flexible
B.
They are usually inflexible
C.
There are usually no blemishes present
D.
They may have a thinner nail plate
12. 
Where are new nail cells formed?
A.
In the nail plate
B.
In the matrix
C.
In the cuticle
D.
In the nail walls
13. 
On average, how long does a fingernail take to grow from the matrix to the free edge?
A.
Between one and two months
B.
Between two and three months
C.
Between four and six months
D.
Between seven and nine months
14. 
What effect does keratinisation have on the nail plate?
A.
It causes splitting of the nail plate
B.
It nourishes the nail plate
C.
It causes the nail plate to grow in thickness and length
D.
It softens the nail plate
15. 
How would you recognise an oily skin?
A.
Dryness, dull appearance
B.
Fine texture with a tendency towards broken capillaries
C.
Orange peel texture, thin/transparent
D.
Open pores, sallow appearance
16. 
A nail treatment performed on a male client should generally conclude with:
A.
Filing
B.
Buffing
C.
Enamelling
D.
Massage
17. 
Which of the following is true with regard to French polish?
A.
It strengthens the nails
B.
It can make short nails look shorter and fatter
C.
It can make short nails look slimmer and longer
D.
It helps to nourish the nails
18. 
Which of the following is an effect of paraffin wax treatment?
A.
To harden the nails
B.
To decrease circulation
C.
To increase joint mobility
D.
To close the pores
19. 
Which is the correct treatment to help remove superficial ridges from the nail plate?
A.
Filing the nail plate with the coarse side of an emery board
B.
Exfoliating with an exfoliating hand/foot cream
C.
Use of cuticle cream with stimulating massage movements
D.
Buffing
20. 
When should the hand be soaked in water?
A.
Prior to the application of cuticle cream/oil
B.
After the application of cuticle cream/oil
C.
After the hand massage
D.
It should never be soaked in water
21. 
Which ingredient found in nail enamel is most likely to cause an allergic reaction?
A.
Formaldehyde
B.
Potassium hydroxide
C.
Glycerol
D.
Nitrocellulose
22. 
What type of product is a cuticle cream?
A.
Astringent
B.
Emollient
C.
Exfoliating
D.
Stimulating
23. 
Which of the following is correct?
A.
Massage brings nutrients to the nails
B.
Massage reduces ridges on the nails
C.
Massage increases discolouration of the nails
D.
Massage slows down nail cell formation
24. 
Which of the following is a benefit of hand and lower arm massage?
A.
To decrease circulation
B.
To aid in the formation of keratin
C.
To break down fatty tissue
D.
To stimulate circulation
25. 
The main effect of effleurage is:
A.
Irritating
B.
Soothing
C.
Stimulating
D.
Invigorating
26. 
The main effect of tapotement is:
A.
Soothing
B.
Relaxing
C.
Stimulating
D.
Calming
27. 
A massage medium should be:
A.
Light and sticky
B.
Heavy and non-sticky
C.
Light and non-sticky
D.
Heavy and sticky
28. 
Which of the following products would be most suitable to use as a massage medium for a client with dry skin?
A.
Exfoliant
B.
Powder
C.
Cream
D.
Gel
29. 
The longevity of a nail enamel is increased by using a:
A.
Cream enamel
B.
Top coat
C.
Cuticle oil
D.
Paraffin wax treatment
30. 
What is the purpose of base coat?
A.
To protect enamel from chipping
B.
To add a high gloss to cream enamel
C.
To prevent pigments from staining the nail plate
D.
To reduce oil in the nail plate
31. 
What contra-action might occur during or after the nail service?
A.
The nail polish might smudge
B.
The client might decide that they do not like the colour of the nail enamel
C.
An allergic reaction to an ingredient in one of the products
D.
The cuticle might still adhere to the nail plate
E.
The nail polish might smudge
F.
The client might decide that they do not like the colour of the nail enamel
32. 
What is a contra-action?
A.
A positive reaction to the treatment
B.
An incorrect treatment
C.
The action to be taken if the client gives you a negative feedback
D.
An adverse or negative reaction to the treatment