Questions and Answers
What are depressions running across the width of the nail plate known as?
Beau's lines
Bruised nails may be a sign of what?
Blood clot
Eggshell nails are noticeably what compared to normal nails?
Thinner
Is it safe from an infection control standpoint to perform nail services for clients who have eggshell nails?
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Which of these nail conditions can a cosmetologist not perform services for at the salon?
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What can split or torn living tissue around the nail result in?
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What is the technical term for white spots or a whitish discoloration of the nails?
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What is the term for the darkening of the fingernails or toenails?
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What is a nail condition that is safe to work with in the salon?
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Onychorrhexis is characterized by abnormally brittle nails with what?
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What can uneven growth of the nails usually result from?
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What is helpful when manicuring a client with ridges?
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Pterygium can be recognized by what?
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What is the general term for nail disease and deformity?
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An inflammation called onychia affects what?
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Which of the following is classified as a parasite?
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Paronychia, which affects the tissues surrounding the nail, is what kind of inflammation?
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Nail disorders formerly called molds are actually caused by what?
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What can cause nail infections when artificial products are applied under unclean conditions?
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What is a lump of red tissue growing up from the nail bed to the nail plate called?
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Tinea pedis is the medical term for what?
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The term for red itchy patches of skin on both feet and/or between the toes is what?
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Onychocryptosis is commonly called what?
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What is lifting of nails commonly referred to as?
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What common symptom is shared by onychomadesis and onychia?
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Study Notes
Nail Disorders & Diseases
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Beau's Lines: Depressions across the width of the nail plate, indicating potential trauma or illness.
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Bruised Nails: May indicate the presence of a blood clot underneath the nail.
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Eggshell Nails: Characterized by a thin nail plate, appearing more flexible than regular nails.
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Infection Control for Eggshell Nails: Safe to perform nail services on clients with eggshell nails from an infection control perspective.
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Onycryptosis: A nail condition, commonly known as an ingrown nail, that prevents cosmetologists from performing services.
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Hangnail: A condition where split or torn living tissue occurs around the nail, leading to discomfort.
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Leukonichia: The technical term for white spots or whitish discoloration found on nails.
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Melanonychia: Refers to the darkening of either fingernails or toenails, often indicating underlying conditions.
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Onychophagy: A nail biting condition that is generally safe to work with in a salon setting.
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Onychorrhexis: Characterized by lengthwise ridges and abnormal brittleness of the nails.
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Ridges on Nails: Caused by uneven growth resulting from illness or injury, affecting nail appearance and texture.
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Nail Care for Ridges: Buffing the nails and applying a filler with polish can improve the look of nails with ridges during a manicure.
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Pterygium: Recognized by the stretching of the skin around the nail, potentially affecting nail growth.
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Onychosis: A general term encompassing various nail diseases and deformities.
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Onychia: An inflammation condition affecting the matrix, which is essential for nail growth.
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Fungi: Classifies as a parasite, often responsible for various nail infections.
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Paronychia: Involves bacterial inflammation affecting the tissues surrounding the nail, leading to pain and swelling.
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Nail Discoloration: Often caused by bacteria, particularly in cases where fake nails are applied under unsanitary conditions.
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Pseudomonas Aeruginosa: A bacterium that poses a risk for nail infections, especially when artificial nails are applied improperly.
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Pyogenic Granuloma: Describes a lump of red tissue that extends from the nail bed to the nail plate.
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Tinea Pedis: The medical term for a fungal infection of the foot, often characterized by itching and discomfort.
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Itchy Skin Issues: Tinea pedis presents as red, itchy patches on the feet and in between toes.
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Onychocryptosis: Commonly referred to as ingrown nails, indicating a painful condition where the nail grows into the surrounding tissue.
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Onycholysis: Refers to the lifting of nails from their nail beds, indicating potential underlying issues.
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Onychomadesis and Onychia: Both conditions may share the common symptom of shedding nails.
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