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Side A ------ Side B
The study of the growth and structure of nails is known as ------ Onyxology
Etiology is the study of ------ The cause of a disease
Often referred to as the cuticle, it overlaps the lunula at the base of the nail: ------ Eponychium
Infection at the nail base, usually with pus, untreated can cause loss of the nail ------ Onychia
Onychophagy refers to ------ Bitten nails
Onychia refers to a condition where ------ Inflammation at the base of the nailwith pus usually present
The technical term for bitten nails is  ------ Onychophagy
Tight shoes, or improper trimming of the toe nails,may results in: ------ Onychocryptosis/ingrown toe-nails
Onychocryptosis is a condition that may result from ------ Excessively tight shoe
A nail product used to smooth out and fill in minor depression in a client's nails is  ------ Ridge filler
The nail is composed of a substance known as ------ Keratin
The area from the nail root to the free edge, contain no blood vessels/nerves ------ nail plate/nail body
Portions of the nail assembly where the nail plate rests, contain blood vessels and nerves ------ nail bed
The point where the nail enters the skin at the nail base is referred to as the ------ Eponychium
The tissue beneath the free edge of the nail is known as  ------ Hyponychium
Contains the blood, lymph, and nerves from which new nail cells are generated ------ nail matrix
This is the active tissue from which new nail cells are generated ------ nail matrix
The root and nail matrix are located  in this cup/pocket like structure ------ nail mantle 
leuconychia is a condition that usually presents as ------ white spot/ streaks under the nails
The Latin / medical term for nails is  ------ Onyx
If a finger nail is lost / removed, approximately how long will it take to grow back ------ 3 -6 months
If  lost / removed, how long will it take to grow a new plate/nail body  ------ 3-6 months 
If a toe-nails is /removed, approximately how long will it take to grow back ------ 9-18 months
If the technician causes bleediing to occur during a nail service, they should use  ------ styptic powder/ powdered alum
  Once destroyed, which part of the nail will not grow again ------ Matrix
The adhesive coat for polish is the ------ Base coat
Pumice powder is most commonly found in  ------ Cuticle cream
If bleeding occurs during a manicure /pedicure use ------ Antiseptic
Always file natural nails ------ corner to center
The technical term for a hang nail is  ------ Agnail
If artificial nails are lifting from the nail bed, this may cause  ------ mold and infection
Cuticle cream will help prevent ------ hang-nails/agnail
Onychophagy may increase blood flow to the ____ and cause the nail to grow faster ------ nail matrix
This portion of the nail effect its shape,size, and rate of growth ------ matrix
A half-moon is at the base of the nail is known as  ------ Lunula
Oil or moisture under a nail enhancement may cause ------ Enhancement to lift/fall off
The largerest bone in the arm is known as  ------ humerous
The correct order of application in polishing a client's nails would be ------ Base coat, enamel, top coat
This bone is found in the forearm and on the same side as the little finger  ------ Ulna
The bone is found in the forearm and on the same side as the thumb ------ Radius
When removing polish from artificial nails, use ------ non- acetone
When removing artificial nails or nail enhancements, use ------ Acetone
Before performing any nail service, the nail tech should attempt to find out if the client  ------ Is diabetic
What is the best manner in which to treat agnails ------ Hot oil manicure
When in use, how should manicuring/pedicuring implements be kept  ------ On a clean towel
When not in use, manicure/pedicure implements should be stored in a ------ Closed container
These warts, caused by HPV Virus, are flat,hard, thick growths, usually occuring on the soles of the feet and sometimes look like a circle in a circle ------ Plantar warts
Nail beaches and lighteners usually contain  ------ Hydrogen peroxide
Thickened white skin and watery blisters between the toes are indication of  ------ Athlete's foot/ Tinea Pedis
Another name for Athlete foot is  ------ Ringworm of the feet/Tinea Pedis
Watery blisters and thickened whitish skin between the toes, is known as  ------ Tinea Pedis
If your client has brittle/dry nails or dry cuticles, what should you recommend? ------ Hot oil manicure
To avoid in grown toe-nails (onychocryptosis), do not file or clip ------ Into the corners of the nails
The instrument used for trimming the cuticle is a ------ Nipper
A bacterial infection with pus at the nail matrix is known as  ------ Onychia
When giving a pedicure with a foot & leg massage, you should not massage over the  ------ shin bone
For a natural effect, the shape of the finger nails should conform to the shape of the  ------ client's finger
Most nail techs consider the ideal nail shape is  ------ Oval
Onychophagy is the technical term for  ------ bitten nail
When pushing back cuticle, how should the nail techhician hold the pusher ------ Angled with medium pressure
A semicircular fold of skin overlapping the nail plate on either side ------ Nail wall
To remove your client's acrylic nails, you should ------ Use a nippers to remove unwanted acrylic nails, then soak off remainder
Condition describes a forward growth of the cuticle covering most of the nail plate/body ------ Pterygium
Atrophyor wasting away  of the nail plate, may be the result of injury or disease ------ Onychatrophia
These are the tracks on both sides of the nail, through which it moves as it grows ------ Grooves/tracks
This is the cuticle overlappin the lunula at he base of the nail ------ Eponychium
This is the skin surrounding, touching, and overlapping the nail on 3 sides  ------ perionychium
Nail shape reccomended for individuals who work on computer keyboard ------ square
The feild of medicine dealing specifically with the feet and related issue is  ------ Podiatry
Portion of the nail extending beyond the end of the finger/toes, and protecting the tips ------ free edge
Cresent shape whitish area of the nail bed  ------ lunula
This skin surrounds,touches, and overlaps the nail ------ Perionychium
The term used to indicate inflammation of the skin surrounding the nail plate/body ------ Paronychia
The fold of skin at the sides of the nail ------ Perionychium
The matacarpus/palm of the  hand contains how many long & slender bones ------ Five
The carpus/ wrist contain how many bones ------ eight
The tissue beneath of the distal end (free edge) of the nail and the finger or toe ------ Hyponychium
Hyponychium refers to the  ------ Skin under the free edge
The technical term for a "hangnail" is ------ Agnail
The skin beneath/under the Free Edge of the nail ------ Hyponychium
An inflammation at the base of the nail ------ Onychia
What is the primary purpose of nail primer? ------ To improve adhesion
What can a nail tech use to smooth out imperfections in a client's natural nails? ------ Ridge filler
What is used to dry and harden gel nails ------ An ultra-violet lite
In the salon, nail techs often use styptic in this form to stop bleeding from minor cuts ------ powdered alum
What is the function of "primer" when applied during an artificial nail application? ------ to adhesion both sides nail and articial nail
The excessive heat often generated by electric nail sanders may harm the  ------ nail plate
A steel nail pusher should only be used ------ On a moist nail
What effect will acetone have on a sculptured, artificial, or gel nail? ------ Soften
What is the function of a "dehydrator" when applied during an articial nail application ------ Absorb oil & moisture
This is found at the base of the nail often overlapping the lunula ------ Eponychium
The Latin/ medical/ technical term for nails ------ Onyx
Very thin nails that are brittle and less flexible than usual are referred to as ------ Eggshell nails
Found at the nail base, may overlap the lunula and extend as far back as the first knuckle ------ Eponychium
This refer to the tissue that is found under the free edge of the nail ------ hyponychium
This is a deep fold of the skin within which the nail root & matrix are found ------ Mantle
Contains many nerves and blood vessels ------ Nail bed
Wavy nail ridges, often the result of uneven growth due to injury, are known as  ------ Corrugations
Nail tech will shape/file the nail prior to soaking in the nail bath, this is done because ------ filing dry nails is easier for nail tech filling damp nails is difficult
If the nail matrx is destroyed, what will occur ------ nail will not grow again
The nail matrix and nail root are found here ------ nail mantle
Functions as a barrier to stop bacteria/ infection from getting to the nail matrix ------ Eponychium
The cuticle overlapping the lunula is referred to as the  ------ Eponychium
All nourishment is supplied to the nail from the  ------ Nail root
Before the nail tech applies artificial nail enhancements, the natural nail must be ------ buffed
The improper use of nail nippers may result in ------ Agnails
Very dry cuticles may result in which of the following ------ Agnails (hangnail)
A baterial infection of the tissue around the nail ------ paronychia
The active ingredient in nail bleach or whiteners  ------ H202 and Hydrogen peroxide
For the most natural look, the shape of the nail should conform to the shape  ------ fingertips
Which of the following will not cause nail fungus ------ Execessive primer
The pedicure process begins by ------ soaking the feet in a disinfectant footbath
When giving a manicure, the proper procedure for dealing with cuticles is  ------ Do not cut unless client insists

Side A ------ Side B
The study of the growth and structure of nails is known as ------ Onyxology
Etiology is the study of ------ The cause of a disease
Often referred to as the cuticle, it overlaps the lunula at the base of the nail: ------ Eponychium
Infection at the nail base, usually with pus, untreated can cause loss of the nail ------ Onychia
Onychophagy refers to ------ Bitten nails
Onychia refers to a condition where ------ Inflammation at the base of the nailwith pus usually present
The technical term for bitten nails is  ------ Onychophagy
Tight shoes, or improper trimming of the toe nails,may results in: ------ Onychocryptosis/ingrown toe-nails
Onychocryptosis is a condition that may result from ------ Excessively tight shoe
A nail product used to smooth out and fill in minor depression in a client's nails is  ------ Ridge filler
The nail is composed of a substance known as ------ Keratin
The area from the nail root to the free edge, contain no blood vessels/nerves ------ nail plate/nail body
Portions of the nail assembly where the nail plate rests, contain blood vessels and nerves ------ nail bed
The point where the nail enters the skin at the nail base is referred to as the ------ Eponychium
The tissue beneath the free edge of the nail is known as  ------ Hyponychium
Contains the blood, lymph, and nerves from which new nail cells are generated ------ nail matrix
This is the active tissue from which new nail cells are generated ------ nail matrix
The root and nail matrix are located  in this cup/pocket like structure ------ nail mantle 
leuconychia is a condition that usually presents as ------ white spot/ streaks under the nails
The Latin / medical term for nails is  ------ Onyx
If a finger nail is lost / removed, approximately how long will it take to grow back ------ 3 -6 months
If  lost / removed, how long will it take to grow a new plate/nail body  ------ 3-6 months 
If a toe-nails is /removed, approximately how long will it take to grow back ------ 9-18 months
If the technician causes bleediing to occur during a nail service, they should use  ------ styptic powder/ powdered alum
  Once destroyed, which part of the nail will not grow again ------ Matrix
The adhesive coat for polish is the ------ Base coat
Pumice powder is most commonly found in  ------ Cuticle cream
If bleeding occurs during a manicure /pedicure use ------ Antiseptic
Always file natural nails ------ corner to center
The technical term for a hang nail is  ------ Agnail
If artificial nails are lifting from the nail bed, this may cause  ------ mold and infection
Cuticle cream will help prevent ------ hang-nails/agnail
Onychophagy may increase blood flow to the ____ and cause the nail to grow faster ------ nail matrix
This portion of the nail effect its shape,size, and rate of growth ------ matrix
A half-moon is at the base of the nail is known as  ------ Lunula
Oil or moisture under a nail enhancement may cause ------ Enhancement to lift/fall off
The largerest bone in the arm is known as  ------ humerous
The correct order of application in polishing a client's nails would be ------ Base coat, enamel, top coat
This bone is found in the forearm and on the same side as the little finger  ------ Ulna
The bone is found in the forearm and on the same side as the thumb ------ Radius
When removing polish from artificial nails, use ------ non- acetone
When removing artificial nails or nail enhancements, use ------ Acetone
Before performing any nail service, the nail tech should attempt to find out if the client  ------ Is diabetic
What is the best manner in which to treat agnails ------ Hot oil manicure
When in use, how should manicuring/pedicuring implements be kept  ------ On a clean towel
When not in use, manicure/pedicure implements should be stored in a ------ Closed container
These warts, caused by HPV Virus, are flat,hard, thick growths, usually occuring on the soles of the feet and sometimes look like a circle in a circle ------ Plantar warts
Nail beaches and lighteners usually contain  ------ Hydrogen peroxide
Thickened white skin and watery blisters between the toes are indication of  ------ Athlete's foot/ Tinea Pedis
Another name for Athlete foot is  ------ Ringworm of the feet/Tinea Pedis
Watery blisters and thickened whitish skin between the toes, is known as  ------ Tinea Pedis
If your client has brittle/dry nails or dry cuticles, what should you recommend? ------ Hot oil manicure
To avoid in grown toe-nails (onychocryptosis), do not file or clip ------ Into the corners of the nails
The instrument used for trimming the cuticle is a ------ Nipper
A bacterial infection with pus at the nail matrix is known as  ------ Onychia
When giving a pedicure with a foot & leg massage, you should not massage over the  ------ shin bone
For a natural effect, the shape of the finger nails should conform to the shape of the  ------ client's finger
Most nail techs consider the ideal nail shape is  ------ Oval
Onychophagy is the technical term for  ------ bitten nail
When pushing back cuticle, how should the nail techhician hold the pusher ------ Angled with medium pressure
A semicircular fold of skin overlapping the nail plate on either side ------ Nail wall
To remove your client's acrylic nails, you should ------ Use a nippers to remove unwanted acrylic nails, then soak off remainder
Condition describes a forward growth of the cuticle covering most of the nail plate/body ------ Pterygium
Atrophyor wasting away  of the nail plate, may be the result of injury or disease ------ Onychatrophia
These are the tracks on both sides of the nail, through which it moves as it grows ------ Grooves/tracks
This is the cuticle overlappin the lunula at he base of the nail ------ Eponychium
This is the skin surrounding, touching, and overlapping the nail on 3 sides  ------ perionychium
Nail shape reccomended for individuals who work on computer keyboard ------ square
The feild of medicine dealing specifically with the feet and related issue is  ------ Podiatry
Portion of the nail extending beyond the end of the finger/toes, and protecting the tips ------ free edge
Cresent shape whitish area of the nail bed  ------ lunula
This skin surrounds,touches, and overlaps the nail ------ Perionychium
The term used to indicate inflammation of the skin surrounding the nail plate/body ------ Paronychia
The fold of skin at the sides of the nail ------ Perionychium
The matacarpus/palm of the  hand contains how many long & slender bones ------ Five
The carpus/ wrist contain how many bones ------ eight
The tissue beneath of the distal end (free edge) of the nail and the finger or toe ------ Hyponychium
Hyponychium refers to the  ------ Skin under the free edge
The technical term for a "hangnail" is ------ Agnail
The skin beneath/under the Free Edge of the nail ------ Hyponychium
An inflammation at the base of the nail ------ Onychia
What is the primary purpose of nail primer? ------ To improve adhesion
What can a nail tech use to smooth out imperfections in a client's natural nails? ------ Ridge filler
What is used to dry and harden gel nails ------ An ultra-violet lite
In the salon, nail techs often use styptic in this form to stop bleeding from minor cuts ------ powdered alum
What is the function of "primer" when applied during an artificial nail application? ------ to adhesion both sides nail and articial nail
The excessive heat often generated by electric nail sanders may harm the  ------ nail plate
A steel nail pusher should only be used ------ On a moist nail
What effect will acetone have on a sculptured, artificial, or gel nail? ------ Soften
What is the function of a "dehydrator" when applied during an articial nail application ------ Absorb oil & moisture
This is found at the base of the nail often overlapping the lunula ------ Eponychium
The Latin/ medical/ technical term for nails ------ Onyx
Very thin nails that are brittle and less flexible than usual are referred to as ------ Eggshell nails
Found at the nail base, may overlap the lunula and extend as far back as the first knuckle ------ Eponychium
This refer to the tissue that is found under the free edge of the nail ------ hyponychium
This is a deep fold of the skin within which the nail root & matrix are found ------ Mantle
Contains many nerves and blood vessels ------ Nail bed
Wavy nail ridges, often the result of uneven growth due to injury, are known as  ------ Corrugations
Nail tech will shape/file the nail prior to soaking in the nail bath, this is done because ------ filing dry nails is easier for nail tech filling damp nails is difficult
If the nail matrx is destroyed, what will occur ------ nail will not grow again
The nail matrix and nail root are found here ------ nail mantle
Functions as a barrier to stop bacteria/ infection from getting to the nail matrix ------ Eponychium
The cuticle overlapping the lunula is referred to as the  ------ Eponychium
All nourishment is supplied to the nail from the  ------ Nail root
Before the nail tech applies artificial nail enhancements, the natural nail must be ------ buffed
The improper use of nail nippers may result in ------ Agnails
Very dry cuticles may result in which of the following ------ Agnails (hangnail)
A baterial infection of the tissue around the nail ------ paronychia
The active ingredient in nail bleach or whiteners  ------ H202 and Hydrogen peroxide
For the most natural look, the shape of the nail should conform to the shape  ------ fingertips
Which of the following will not cause nail fungus ------ Execessive primer
The pedicure process begins by ------ soaking the feet in a disinfectant footbath
When giving a manicure, the proper procedure for dealing with cuticles is  ------ Do not cut unless client insists