Nails Test Study Guide

4. The largest upper bone in the arm.
8. Toenails are __________ than fingernails because the toenail matrix is longer.
10. _________ pushers are multi-use implements that should be held at a 20-30 degree angle from the nail plate.
11. The part of the nail bed that extends below the nail root and helps to produce the nail plate.
12. If the hyponychium is damaged, an __________ under the nail is possible
13. Nail wrap ________ is a type of adhesive applied on top of the nail fabric to create a hard nail surface.
14. Electric hand mitts, electric foot mitts, and Paraffin treatments are examples of ______ ______ services.
15. The 8 bones of the wrist.
17. Also known as the shin bone.
18. The term for bitten nails.
21. Nail ________ is a non-infectious condition that affects the surface of the natural nail making it appear pitted or rough.
22. _________ -Grit abrasives should be used with caution and generally not on natural nails.
24. Abnormal brittleness of the nail plate.

1. Nail ________ are folds or normal skin that surround the natural nail plate.
2. Whitish discoloration of the nails caused by injury.
3. Cosmetologist should NOT provide ___________ advice.
5. A type of muscle that spreads the fingers and toes apart.
6. A nail disorder associated with significant darkening of the fingernails.
7. Spongy, respiratory organs responsible for inhaling and exhaling.
9. Another name for the kneecap.
10. The Flexor Digiti ________ is the muscle that moves the little toe.
16. The split cuticle located around the nail.
19. The acrylic powder, which is combined with the liquid, to form the sculpting product for acrylic nails.
20. A group of adductor muscles located in the palm that pulls the thumb toward the fingers.
23. Short polymer chains consisting of just a few monomers that create a thick resin or "gel-like" substance.