Anatomy and Physiology of Nails

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What is the role of the eponychium?

To produce new nail cells

To protect the nail matrix and nail bed (correct)

To form a protective barrier beneath the free edge of the nail

To promote healthy nail growth

Where is the lunula located?

Near the cuticle, at the base of the nail (correct)

At the free edge of the nail

Beneath the nail root

At the junction between the fingertip and the underside of the nail plate

What is the function of the hyponychium?

To form a protective barrier beneath the free edge of the nail

To produce new nail cells

To serve as a protective barrier, preventing debris and microorganisms from entering beneath the nail (correct)

To protect the nail matrix and nail bed

What is responsible for the production of new nail cells?

Nail matrix Signup and view all the answers

How does age influence nail growth rates?

Nails grow faster in children and teenagers and slow down with aging Signup and view all the answers

What is the main purpose of nails?

To assist in certain physical activities in daily life Signup and view all the answers

How long does it take for a child's nail to grow out completely?

3 months Signup and view all the answers

During which phase does the nail growth slow down?

Catagen Phase Signup and view all the answers

What should the surface of healthy nails be like?

Smooth Signup and view all the answers

What happens to old nail cells during the Telogen (Rest) Phase?

They harden and become visible nail plate Signup and view all the answers

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What is the role of the eponychium?

Where is the lunula located?

What is the function of the hyponychium?

What is responsible for the production of new nail cells?

How does age influence nail growth rates?

What is the main purpose of nails?

How long does it take for a child's nail to grow out completely?

During which phase does the nail growth slow down?

What should the surface of healthy nails be like?

What happens to old nail cells during the Telogen (Rest) Phase?

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