COPY: Milady Chapter 10 Nail Disorders Review

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Nail services should be performed for clients suspected of having an infection.

False (B)

Name at least eight common nail disorders and describe their appearance.

Onychia, Onychocryptosis, Onycholysis, Onychomadesis, Nail psoriasis, Paronychia, Tinea Pedis, Onychomycosis

What is Onychia?

Inflammation of the nail matrix

What is Onychocryptosis?

<p>Ingrown nail</p>
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What is Onycholysis?

<p>Lifting of the nail plate</p>
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What is Onychomadesis?

<p>Separation of the nail plate from the nail bed</p>
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What is Nail Psoriasis?

<p>Noninfectious condition causing tiny pits or severe roughness on the nail plate</p>
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What is Paronychia?

<p>Bacterial inflammation of the tissues surrounding the nail</p>
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What is Tinea Pedis?

<p>Fungal infection of the feet</p>
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What is Onychomycosis?

<p>Fungal infection of the natural nail plate</p>
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What is Pseudomonas aeruginosa?

<p>One of several common bacteria that can cause nail infection</p>
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What is the most effective way to avoid transferring infections among your clients?

<p>Thoroughly disinfect all metal and reusable implements, throw away single-use nail files, wash linens or replace them with disposable towels, and thoroughly clean and disinfect the table surface before and after the procedure.</p>
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A cosmetologist can offer treatment advice for a client who has developed a nail infection.

<p>False (B)</p>
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A cosmetologist can treat an ingrown toenail if there is no sign of pus or discharge.

<p>False (B)</p>
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Name two common causes of onycholysis.

<p>Physical injury trauma, or allergic reaction of the nail bed</p>
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