Medical terms are a BIG part of the state board. Let's see how well you know these. Answer TRUE or FALSE for each one! 1. Tinea pedis is the medical term for athlete's foot. 2. Paronychia is a fungal infection of the nail plate. 3. Onychomycosis refers to a fungal infection of the nails. 4. Tinea corporis affects the skin of the feet. No peeking! Drop your answers below first! ⬇️

Imagine this. Your client comes in wearing a brand new white blouse. You start their relaxer service. Things are moving fast. You forget to drape properly. Then it happens. A small splash. A drip. A smear. And just like that, that blouse is ruined. 😬 This is exactly why proper draping is non-negotiable during chemical services. Draping protects your client's clothing from chemical spills and splashes. That's its job. It's not about odor. It's not about the hair's color absorption. It's about making sure your client leaves looking just as good as when they walked in. ✅ Always drape before ANY chemical service ✅ Make sure the cape is secure and covering the clothing completely ✅ Check it throughout the service if needed 💡 State board tip: If you see a draping question on your exam, think CLOTHING PROTECTION first. That's the correct answer every time. Small step. Big difference. Don't skip it! 💛

Quick question — what should you ALWAYS wear when cleaning and disinfecting your workstation? 🅐 Regular glasses and gloves 🅑 Plastic apron and slippers 🅒 Disposable gloves and safety glasses ✅ 🅓 Bare hands and sunglasses 👉 The answer is C! Here's why it matters: When you're cleaning and disinfecting, you're using chemicals that can splash. Regular glasses don't protect you from splashes, and bare hands soak up those harsh chemicals. Always reach for: 🧤 Disposable gloves — protect your hands 🥽 Safety glasses — protect your eyes The state board LOVES PPE questions. Know your gear! 💪

Your client's station is ready, your tools are lined up, and it's time to clean and disinfect before the next service. But what do you reach for first? 🧪 TODAY'S EXAM QUESTION: What should you wear while cleaning and disinfecting your workstation? A) Regular eyeglasses & gloves B) Disposable gloves and safety glasses C) Plastic apron and slippers D) Bare hands and sunglasses Drop your answer in the comments! ⬇️ I'll post the correct answer + explanation shortly. No peeking until you've tried it! 😄 📌 State board LOVES to test your knowledge of proper PPE... don't sleep on this one.

The most tested infection control item on the state board exam is the disinfectant contact time. A wet disinfectant has to stay in full contact with the tool for the entire recommended time to actually work. Just dipping a comb and pulling it out does not count as disinfecting. The tool has to stay submerged or fully wet for the full contact period.