Nail and Skin Structure Quiz
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Nail and Skin Structure Quiz

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What are the two layers that make up the dermis layer?

Papillary and Reticular

Which term means to remove all visible dirt and debris from tools, implements, and equipment by washing with soap and water?

Clean

What is the area of the nail where the nail plate cells are formed?

Matrix

What is produced by the chemical combination of two or more atoms of different elements?

<p>Compound</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the bone that forms the back of the skull above the nape?

<p>Occipital</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the medical branch of science that deals with the study of the skin, its functions, and diseases?

<p>Dermatology</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the term for the living skin at the base of the nail plate covering the matrix area?

<p>Eponychium</p> Signup and view all the answers

What muscle causes goose bumps when a person is frightened or cold?

<p>Arrector Pili Muscle</p> Signup and view all the answers

What type of bacteria rarely shows any active motility?

<p>Cocci</p> Signup and view all the answers

What do elements differ from one another because of?

<p>Structure of Atoms</p> Signup and view all the answers

Where should disposable contaminated objects be discarded if an exposure incident occurs?

<p>Contaminated Waste Container</p> Signup and view all the answers

In ancient Rome, women used hair color to indicate their what?

<p>Class in society</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the top of the papillary layer where it joins the epidermis called?

<p>Epidermal-dermal Junction</p> Signup and view all the answers

What should the surface of a healthy natural nail look like?

<p>Smooth and unspotted</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the average rate of nail growth in the normal adult?

<p>1/10 inch per month</p> Signup and view all the answers

What fuels your career after obtaining your license?

<p>Personal dedication and passion</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the layer of skin that we see and is treated by the practitioner?

<p>Corneum</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a sweet, colorless, oil substance used as a moisturizer in skin and body creams?

<p>Glycerin</p> Signup and view all the answers

What unfavorable conditions for mitosis include toxins, disease, and injury?

<p>Toxins: Disease: Injury</p> Signup and view all the answers

What substances are used to neutralize acids or raise the pH of many hair products?

<p>Alkanolamines</p> Signup and view all the answers

Bacteria generally consist of an outer cell wall containing what?

<p>Protoplasm</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a success strategy where you imagine yourself working in your dream salon?

<p>Visualization</p> Signup and view all the answers

What surrounds the nucleus in a cell?

<p>Cytoplasm</p> Signup and view all the answers

What must single-use items that do not have the capacity to be disinfected after each client use be?

<p>Discarded</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a combination of understanding, empathy, and acceptance called?

<p>Sensitivity</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a large blister containing watery fluid called?

<p>Bulla</p> Signup and view all the answers

What term describes the effectiveness with which a disinfecting solution kills germs when used according to the label instructions?

<p>Efficacy</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the heavy, long bone that forms the leg above the knee called?

<p>Femur</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the main food source for acne bacteria?

<p>Fatty Acids</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the inner desire that propels you to do something called?

<p>Motivation</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the bone that forms the forehead called?

<p>Frontal</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a sign of a bacterial infection?

<p>Pus</p> Signup and view all the answers

What are the two bones that form the sides of the head in the ear region?

<p>Temporal Bones</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the surface of healthy skin slightly?

<p>Acidic</p> Signup and view all the answers

What are the bones in the fingers or digits called?

<p>Phalanges</p> Signup and view all the answers

What are the characteristics of inflammation?

<p>Swelling: Heat: Pain</p> Signup and view all the answers

What are lesions of the skin characterized by piles of material on the skin surface called?

<p>Secondary</p> Signup and view all the answers

What are spongy tissues composed of microscopic cells in which inhaled air is exchanged for carbon dioxide during one breathing cycle?

<p>Lungs</p> Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Nail and Skin Structure

  • Papillary and Reticular: The dermis is composed of two layers providing structural integrity and support.
  • Matrix: Area at the base of the nail where new nail plate cells are generated.
  • Eponychium: Living skin covering the matrix at the nail base.
  • Corneum: Layer of skin visible and treated by practitioners.

Bacteria and Chemical Composition

  • Cocci: A type of bacteria with limited mobility.
  • Atoms: Differentiation of elements stems from the structural differences in their atoms.
  • Protoplasm: Liquid component within bacterial cells, crucial for their functions.
  • Fatty Acids: Primary nutrient source for acne-causing bacteria.

Health and Hygiene Practices

  • Clean: The process of removing all dirt from tools using soap and water.
  • Contaminated Waste Container: Required for proper disposal of disposable contaminated items post-exposure.
  • Discarded: Single-use items must be thrown away after one use since they cannot be disinfected.

Bones and Anatomy

  • Occipital Bone: Bone forming the back section of the skull above the nape.
  • Femur: The long bone in the upper leg.
  • Frontal Bone: The bone that constitutes the forehead region.
  • Temporal Bones: Pair of bones forming the side regions of the skull around the ears.

Dermatology and Skin Conditions

  • Dermatology: Medical field focused on skin functions and diseases.
  • Inflammation Signs: Characterized by swelling, heat, and pain.
  • Melanonychia: Condition marked by dark bands in nails, often a sign of health issues.

Personal and Professional Development

  • Motivation: The inner drive to pursue goals and objectives.
  • Visualization: Mental strategy for achieving career aspirations in the beauty industry.
  • Personal Dedication and Passion: Essential for advancing in a beauty career; enhances job satisfaction and growth.

Product Composition and Efficacy

  • Alkanolamines: Used to adjust the pH in hair products, ensuring product stability and effectiveness.
  • Efficacy: Effectiveness of a disinfectant in killing germs when used as instructed.

Skin Health and Characteristics

  • Healthy Nail Surface: Should be smooth and free of spots.
  • Acidic Surface: Healthy skin has a slightly acidic pH, which protects it from pathogens.
  • Bulla: A large blister filled with fluid, indicative of certain skin conditions.

Support and Interaction

  • Sensitivity: A mix of understanding, empathy, and acceptance in professional interactions is vital for client relations.
  • Secondary Lesions: Skin lesions characterized by the accumulation of material on the surface, indicating underlying conditions.

Additional Health Considerations

  • Lungs: Spongy tissues involved in gas exchange during respiration, critical for overall body function.
  • 1/10 Inch Per Month: Average nail growth rate in adults, reflecting health and metabolism.

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Test your knowledge on the anatomy of nails and skin, including the layers of the dermis and the role of various skin components. Additionally, explore the implications of bacteria and health practices related to skin and nail care.

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