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TEXAS MANICURIST WRITTEN STATE BOARD TEST VERSION A
& B ALL 400 QUESTIONS AND CORRECT ANSWERS ALREADY
GRADED A+ 2024-2025
VERSION A
A nail is composed primarily of - ANSWER-Keratin
What should a licensee do when an asymmetrical mole, containing many colors is visible on a client's arm? - ANSWER-Refer the client to a physician
What is the purpose of a nail tip position stop? - ANSWER-To guide where to place the nail tip
How long should gel products be cured in a UV lamp? - ANSWER-Per manufacturer's direction
A licensee may NOT perform manicuring services for clients with - ANSWER-Nail fungus
What should a licensee use to clean a wound during a blood exposure incident? - ANSWER- Antiseptic
What should be worn when mixing disinfectants? - ANSWER-Safety glasses and gloves
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2 According to TDLR, when does a license expire after being issued? - ANSWER-On the second anniversary of the issue date
Which of following should be applied to treat minor cuts? - ANSWER-Antiseptic
According to TDLR, what should be attached to the front of the individual license? - ANSWER- Current photograph
In nail enhancement maintenance, where should the first bead of monomer and polymer be placed? - ANSWER-Free edge
What should be done with toe separators after completing the pedicure service? - ANSWER- Discard
What could be the result of prolonged or repeated skin contact with gel products? - ANSWER- Skin iritation
What massage technique should be avoided on clients with arthritis? - ANSWER-Vigorous
Which part of the nail forms a protective barrier that prevents bacteria from infecting the nail bed? - ANSWER-Hyponychium 2 / 4
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Malignant melanoma is often characterized by - ANSWER-Dark brown patches
What is the correct way to maintain monomer liquid and polymer powder nail enhancements? - ANSWER-File the nail and apply a new layer of product
According to TDLR, a licensed cosmetologist or manicurist is prohibited from removing calluses using which of the following? - ANSWER-A credo blade
According to TDLR, how can ultraviolet electrical sanitizers be used? - ANSWER-As a dry storage container for clean implements
According to TDLR, what agency bans or deems products as poisonous or unsafe? - ANSWER- FDA
Before applying nail polish, what should be used to eliminate all traces of oil and lotion? - ANSWER-Polish Remover
What step should be completed immediately before applying monomer liquid and polymer powder enhancements? - ANSWER-Apply Primer
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4 According to TDLR, when must multi-use equipment be cleaned and disinfected? - ANSWER- Prior to each client
When performing nail service, what should NOT be performed on someone with a lowered immune system? - ANSWER-Nipping their cuticles
when performing a nail analysis, what is important for the licensee to do? - ANSWER-Record your observation
According to TDLR, what is used to destroy bacteria and disinfect implements and non-porous surfaces? - ANSWER-Chlorine bleach
According to TDLR, all trash containers must be kept clean by washing or using plastic liners and emptied how often? - ANSWER-Daily
According to TDLR, when can an individual perform cosmetology services with an expired license? - ANSWER-Under no circumstances
If a dirty nail clipper is placed into a disinfection container, which of the following will most likely happen? - ANSWER-Disinfectant will be contaminated
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