Skin & Nail ServicesQuestion 399 of 484
When a client has a pterygium (skin growing forward over the nail plate), the manicurist should:
a.Cut the pterygium with sharp nippers as part of a standard manicure
b.Cover it with thick polish so no one notices
c.Not cut the pterygium because it is living tissue and refer the client to a dermatologist if it is unusual or painful
d.Burn the pterygium off with a hot tool
Explanation
A true pterygium is living tissue that has grown abnormally onto the nail plate. Cutting it causes bleeding, severe pain, and risk of infection, and may make the condition worse. The licensee should not cut and should refer unusual or symptomatic cases for medical evaluation.
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