Texas State Board Manicurist Study Guide Questions
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papillary layer Correct Ans-Upper layer of the dermis. Houses nerve endings that provide
the body sense of touch.
lesion Correct Ans-a mark on the skin
primary lesions Correct Ans-Lesions that are a different color than the color of the skin,
and /or lesions that are raised above the surface of the skin.
secondary lesions Correct Ans-Characterized by piles of material on the skin surface, such
as a crust or a scab, or by depressions in the skin surface, such as an ulcer.
Albinism Correct Ans-Congenital leukoderma; absence of melanin pigment of the body,
including the skin, hair, and eyes.
, Texas State Board Manicurist Study Guide Questions
and Answers
chloasma Correct Ans-Increased pigmentation on the skin or dark spots that are not
elevated.
Lentigenes Correct Ans-Technical term for freckles
leukoderma Correct Ans-Skin disorder characterized by light, abnormal patches and
caused by a burn or congenital disease
Nevus Correct Ans-pigmented skin blemish, birthmark, or mole
port-wine stain Correct Ans-An abnormal brown or wine colored skin discoloration with a
circular and irregular shape
, Texas State Board Manicurist Study Guide Questions
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tan (TAN) Correct Ans-A change in the pigmentation of skin caused by exposure to heat or
ultraviolet energy.
vitiligo Correct Ans-Milky-white spots (leukoderma) of the skin that is hereditary. skin with
this condition must be carefully protected from overexposure to any source of UV energy.
Basal Cell Carcinoma Correct Ans-most common and least severe type of skin cancer which
often appears as light, pearly nodules; includes sores, reddish patches, or a smooth growth
with an elevated border.
malignant melanoma Correct Ans-least common, but most serious form of skin cancer as it
can spread quickly. Black or dark patches on the skin are usually uneven in texture, jagged, or
raised.
, Texas State Board Manicurist Study Guide Questions
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a nail tech should never.... Correct Ans-attempt to diagnose a skin or nail disorder or
recommend treatment, instead always suggest to seek advice from medical professional.
typically found on the skin around the mouth, nose, or genital areas.
verruca Correct Ans-The technical term for wart
tinea manus Correct Ans-a fungal infection of the hands that cause ringworm. appears as
rings containing blisters dark red to pink in color. DO NOT PERFORM SERVICE!
tinea pedis Correct Ans-a fungal infection of the feet. athlete's foot or ringworm of the
feet. thrives in dark moist places. DO NOT PERFORM SERVICE!
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