CMP CMP Foot Pathology & Medical Conditions

Question 1

What condition is characterized by abnormal thickening of the nail plate, often caused by trauma or fungal infection?

Accepted Answer

Onychauxis

Answer

Onychauxis is hypertrophy of the nail plate, resulting in abnormal thickening often caused by trauma or chronic fungal infection.

Question 2

A client presents with a nail that has separated from the nail bed. This condition is called:

Accepted Answer

Onycholysis

Answer

Onycholysis is the painless separation of the nail plate from the nail bed, beginning at the free edge.

Question 3

Which foot condition involves inflammation of the plantar fascia and is a common cause of heel pain?

Accepted Answer

Plantar fasciitis

Answer

Plantar fasciitis is inflammation of the thick fibrous band connecting the heel bone to the toes, causing stabbing heel pain.

Question 4

A client with diabetes should receive pedicure services with extra caution primarily because:

Accepted Answer

They have reduced circulation and nerve sensitivity

Answer

Diabetic clients often have peripheral neuropathy and poor circulation, increasing the risk of undetected injury and slow healing.

Question 5

Tinea pedis is the medical term for which common foot condition?

Accepted Answer

Athlete's foot

Answer

Tinea pedis is a fungal infection of the skin on the feet, commonly known as athlete's foot.

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