Final Nail Technician Exam Paper PDF

Question 1 What is the relationship between nail cell production and plate growth? Response: The faster nail cells are produced, the faster the plate will grow. Question 2 Liam just sat down to take his state board licensing exam. As the rest of the test takers are filtering into the exam room, he...

Question 1 What is the relationship between nail cell production and plate growth? Response: The faster nail cells are produced, the faster the plate will grow. Question 2 Liam just sat down to take his state board licensing exam. As the rest of the test takers are filtering into the exam room, he is trying to remember the test-taking strategies his instructor shared with him for best results. Which of the following was most likely NOT a test-taking tip given by his instructor? Response: Answer the hardest questions first, saving the easiest ones for the end. Question 3 When applying a bead of gel, float it TOWARD the ___________. This is NOT the first area to float the gel on. Response: free edge Question 4 Though typically a woman's manicures can take longer than a man's, what is one reason that a nail tech would need to spend more time on a man's nails than a woman's? Response: Men tend to go longer between services and need more work on their nails and hands. Question 5 Invisible shaving scrapes are known as what? Response: Microtrauma Question 6 ___________ are/is placed under the free edge of the natural nail and used as a guide to extend the nail enhancement product beyond the fingertip to add additional length. Response: Forms Question 7 Which of the following can lead to telangiectasias with overuse? Response: Alcohol Question 8 ______________ is a chemical that causes two surfaces to stick together. Response: Adhesive Question 9 What colors are pure-pigment colors that CANNOT be obtained from mixing other colors together? Response: Primary Question 10 How many coats do you need for the MOST successful nail polish application? Response: Four Question 11 A realistic benchmark for the net profit of a salon, spa, or barbershop is ______. Response: 15% Question 12 You are the owner of a high-end establishment. Your best beauty pro, Niles, has confessed that the massage oils the employees have been using without incident for many months are now starting to give them terrible rashes and sneezing fits. Which of the following do you use to explain to Niles what has happened? Response: the overexposure principle Question 13 Which of the following is the MOST important question to ask yourself when creating your brand identity? Response: what is my business's point of difference Question 14 If, as a beauty professional, you are regularly and successfully recommending and selling additional services to your clients, than you have most likely perfected the practice of ______. Response: ticket upgrading Question 15 Stephanie is pregnant. She is talking to her nail tech friend Charlie about how wonderful her prenatal vitamins have been for her hair and nail growth. What could Charlie tell Stephanie about her nail growth? Response: Nail growth rates accelerate during pregnancy whether she is taking a prenatal or not. Question 16 Angie has just noticed that the nippers she will need to use on her client have a small amount of blood on them. What will Angie need to do to be able to use the nippers again? Response: She must decontaminate them. Question 17 Which of the following is often composed of mineral clay, moisturizing agents, skin softeners, aromatherapy oils, and beneficial extracts? Response: Mask Question 18 Soaking nails in water or acetone will temporarily soften the nail plate for how long? Response: 60 minutes Question 19 Which of the following should you do the day after your interview? Response: Follow-up with a thank-you note or email. Question 20 Which of the following is an advantage of nail forms? Response: They are natural looking. Question 21 When is the best time to make a recommendation to a client? Response:? Question 22 For toenails, which grit is best to use in general? Response: Medium grit Question 23 Which vitamin enables the body to properly absorb and use calcium? Response: Vitamin D Question 24 Just as Sandra turned on her electrical device, all of the appliances in the business shut off and the lights went dark. It turned out that Sandra’s device, added to all of the other appliances that were in use, was asking for too much amperage. Which of the following did Sandra MOST likely have to do to quickly get the power in the establishment back on? Response: Flip the main circuit switch on the circuit breaker. Question 25 Which of the following is NOT an example of a soft skill? Response: study habits Question 26 A person who has an issue with blood clotting may have trouble with what vitamin? Response: Vitamin K Question 27 What would happen if the body were deprived of oxygen? Response: You will die within minutes. Question 28 The lateral nail fold is also known as _____________. Response: the side walls Question 29 What would you use to provide strength, structure, and support to a nail? Response: overlay Question 30 Which of the following is NOT necessary to have in your polish collection? Response: colors to complement the client's natural nail color. Question 31 What is the first step of electric filing for pedicures? Response: Clean the feet, and inspect for cuts or unhealthy conditions. Question 32 What does monomer mean? Response: atoms or small molecules that bond together to form more complex structures such as polymers. Question 33 Which of the following is NOT one of the outcomes of using an electric file? Response: Creates more difficulty in refining your work Question 34 ______________ is a term to describe when one color fades into the other. Response: Color graduation Question 35 Which of the following is NOT true of ventilation and air circulation systems inside of salons, spas, and barbershops? Response: The vents for these systems can be located anywhere. Question 36 The second step of infection control is ______. Response: disinfecting Question 37 ______________ gels are an alternative to traditional nail lacquers; they are available in frosted hues and creams. Response: Soak-off Question 38 Many nail tips have a shallow depression called a _______. Response: well Question 39 pH is an abbreviation of ______. Response: potential hydrogen Question 40 What part or function of the body would you give as an example of the endocrine glands? Response: Insulin Question 41 In which of the following locations would a GFI MOST likely be required? Response: a bathroom Question 42 Sophia is very artistic and has been told by her instructor to practice her talents on clients' nails. What type of product will Sophia MOST likely use to create her nail effects? Response: Polymer powder Question 43 During what time of year do nail plates grow fastest? Response: Summer Question 44 A ___________________ is a tough band of fibrous tissue that connects bones or holds an organ in place. Response: ligament Question 45 Pedicure bits come in varying types and materials. Which is NOT one of them? Response: emerald Question 46 __________ tissue contracts and moves various parts of the body. Response: Muscle Question 47 There are three versions of monomer used in the nail industry. Which is NOT recommended and is illegal in most states? Response: Methyl methacrylate Question 48 Gels are NOT as hard as _______ enhancements. Response: liquid and powder Question 49 Henry’s duties include mixing a variety of chemicals for the products and treatment ointments and mixtures they use on customers. When mixing these chemicals, Henry should avoid all EXCEPT which of the following? Response: well-ventilated areas Question 50 What would eliminate the relaxation therapy of a massage? Response: Talking Question 51 Blood is composed of several things. Which of the following contributes to the blood-clotting process? Response: Platelets Question 52 When working on the job, your cellphone should be ______. Response: checked only between clients Question 53 Which of the following represents a similarity between being in beauty and wellness school and working as a professional in the beauty and wellness industry? Response: In both cases, you can showcase your skills by working hard and doing your best. Question 54 Alicia is gathering the supplies that she will need for a gel application. Which product should she get to extend the length of the natural nail? Response: Nail tips Question 55 What is a lamp unit called that contains four 9-watt lamps? Response: 36-watt lamp unit Question 56 ______________ is a term to describe a swirled effect that is created by combining two or more colors while they are wet and mixing them with a stylus. Response: Marbleizing Question 57 When there is a new client in the salon, the nail technician should take the opportunity to get to know the client and his or her wants and needs. Which step is this in the nail service? Response: Consultation Question 58 Examples of this type of tissue are bone, ligaments, fascia, and blood. Response: Specialized connective tissues Question 59 A shiner is a ___________ file and is used to create high shine on a natural nail or nail enhancement. Response: buffer Question 60 Rhonda works hard as a licensed beauty professional. However, she is one of seven professionals at her business. If Rhonda wants to truly succeed as part of a growing team, which of the following should she AVOID doing? Response: remaining insubordinate Question 61 _______________ is a force of nature that makes two surfaces stick together. Response: Adhesion Question 62 The pH scale is used to measure ______. Response: how acidic an object is Question 63 Before applying warm or hot water to a client's hair or skin, always test the water temperature on ______. Response: the inside of your wrist Question 64 Walter is your coworker, and is a bit confused as to what type and level of infection control he must employ in cleaning tools, as he has been asked to do by your manager, Carlos. Walter tells you, “I have no idea what to do. Carlos told me to clean these tools and then make sure I use the highest level of infection control so that I completely destroy EVERYTHING.” As Walter's coworker, what level of infection control should you recommend that he use, and why? Response: Walter should sterilize the tools, because that will destroy all microbial life. Question 65 Which type of file would you use for refining and finishing? Response: Fine grit Question 66 _____________ refers to the thickness of the resin liquid. Response: Viscosity Question 67 Sofia has worked at her current place of employment for nearly 10 years. As a veteran of the industry, Sofia feels as though she does everything exactly as it should be done. For example, she wears comfortable but professional clothing, always makes sure her hair is tied back and out of the way, abstains from wearing any long or dangly jewelry, and always makes sure her cell phone is placed securely on her workstation and on vibrate. What, if anything, is Sofia doing incorrectly? Response: Sofia's cell phone should be stored out of sight. Question 68 A _________ line is where the free edge of the nail meets the nail bed. Response: stress Question 69 Which step could determine whether a first-time client returns to you? Response: providing excellent customer service Question 70 Which of the following should nail technicians keep in mind about their clients? Response: They will try something a little bolder on their toes than on their hands Question 71 __________ are specialized acrylic monomers that have good adhesion to the natural nail plate and polymerize in minutes; they are used to make UV gels. Response: Acrylates Question 72 The ________________ system is also called the gastrointestinal system. Response: digestive Question 73 AVOID this treatment on clients who have cuts, burns, rashes, warts, or eczema. Response: Paraffin treatment Question 74 Which of the following reactions can be expected when using cataphoresis? Response: closing of the pores Question 75 What is a good rule of thumb about lifting? Response: If you can see it now, you can see it later. Question 76 Kayla is interested in using a building resin on her client. What kind of viscosity would it have? Response: It would have a thick viscosity. Question 77 Make sure to keep the _________ parallel to the nail. Response: Hand piece Question 78 Which of the following is TRUE of direct and indirect transmission of disease? Response: Direct transmission requires contact with another person, whereas indirect transmission does not. Question 79 What is the suggested speed for maintenance? Response: Medium Question 80 How often should one change gloves? Response: after every single use Question 81 Which of the following is TRUE of ultraviolet light? Response: it is invisible Question 82 Wilson is in disbelief. He cannot believe that his longtime friend Umberto has opened up his own business after all these years servicing clients. “Maybe you’ve arranged some other business structure to make it work? Because I cannot believe you are a sole proprietor,” says Wilson to Umberto. How can Umberto demonstrate to Wilson that he is, in fact, the sole proprietor of his establishment? Response: Explain that he alone manages and assumes all of the expenses as well as receiving all profits. Question 83 The key duty of receptionists is ______. Response: booking appointments Question 84 When would you add a "specialty" aspect of a pedicure? Response: after the massage and before polishing Question 85 What service could you recommend next to a male client who received a manicure? Response: Pedicure Question 86 If you were to leave the freezer open all night, all of the ice will melt. This is a result of ______. Response: endothermic reaction. Question 87 Which of the following is an electrical safety device that is designed to prevent excessive current from passing through a circuit by blowing out or melting when a wire becomes too hot from overloading the circuit with too much current? Response: a fuse Question 88 What type of skin inflammation appears as a swollen red area that feels hot and tender? Response: cellulitis Question 89 What is the average percent of a C-curve in a salon or spa? Response: 35% Question 90 Elliott is gathering the supplies that he will need for a gel application. Which product should he be sure to get in order to improve the adhesion of gels? Response: gel primer Question 91 Why might you need to know about nail resins? Response: Colored dip systems are a very popular service. Question 92 Which type of nail would you recommend to a client who has NOT had a manicure before and would like to be conservative in nail shape? Response: oval nail Question 93 If a nail tech were to apply a second top resin coat, what would happen? Response: It would create great shine Question 94 When scheduling a pedicure, advise your client NOT to shave her legs for ____ hours prior to her appointment. Response: 48 Question 95 How long does the basic pedicure take? Response: 30-45 minutes Question 96 The first reality of a service position is that your career revolves around ______. Response: your clients Question 97 Ursula is working on a description of the key strategic influences of her business, including the varied services she will offer and the high quality she expects those services to provide. What, exactly, is Ursula working on? Response: her mission statement Question 98 It is the end of the workday, and Juanita is about to begin disinfecting all of the implements she has used throughout the day. Just before she submerges the implements in a disinfectant, however, her boss, Julia, runs over to stop her. “Juanita,” Julia says, “you cannot disinfect those implements.” Assuming Julia is RIGHT, which of the following would explain her outburst? Response: Juanita had not cleaned any of the implements she was about to disinfect. Question 99 Macy wants to purchase her first nail brush. Which one should she choose, as the MOST common and versatile? Response: Round brush Question 100 Shawna is your new client where you work. She has told you that she left the business she previously went to for three years because they were not attentive enough to the needs of her very sensitive skin. Shawna, it seems, has very dry, dehydrated, and irritable skin. Which of the following do you advise Shawna on during her initial consultation visit? Response: She should use products that are slightly alkaline.