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Nail anatomy
Connect this concept to client safety, service outcome, and the manufacturer’s directions.
Focused cosmetology lesson
Nail Care Practice Test
Study natural nail anatomy, disorders, manicure and pedicure procedures, and enhancements.
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Learning objective
Know the decision, not only the definition
By the end of this lesson, you should be able to recognize the safest and most technically correct choice in a nail care scenario.
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Key ideas
Your nail care study checklist
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Disorders and diseases
Connect this concept to client safety, service outcome, and the manufacturer’s directions.
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Manicure and pedicure
Connect this concept to client safety, service outcome, and the manufacturer’s directions.
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Enhancement safety
Connect this concept to client safety, service outcome, and the manufacturer’s directions.
Exam rule
Safety and scope break the tie
When two answers seem possible, prefer the choice that protects the client, follows the product label, and stays inside a cosmetologist’s scope.
Common trap
Technically possible is not always permitted
The exam often contrasts a familiar salon habit with the safest compliant procedure. Read every qualifier before choosing.
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2 original questions with instant answers and plain-English explanations.
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Nail Care questions and explained answers
These original educational questions are the same concepts used in the short practice above. They are not questions copied from a licensing exam.
01Which part of the nail is living tissue?+
Answer: Matrix.
The matrix contains living cells that produce the nail plate. Injury to it can affect future nail growth.
02A nail showing signs of a contagious fungal infection should be+
Answer: referred and not serviced.
Cosmetologists do not diagnose or treat disease. Avoid the service and refer the client to a qualified medical professional.
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