PSI Texas State Board Nail Tech Practice Exam

The condition where the nail plate separates from the nail bed is known as onycholysis. This condition can arise from various factors, including injury, infection, or as a result of some underlying health issues. The separation often appears as a noticeable gap between the nail and the skin underneath, and it can develop in any nail.

Onychomycosis refers to a fungal infection of the nails, which primarily affects the structure and appearance of the nail but does not specifically involve separation from the nail bed. Paronychia is an infection that occurs around the nail, often resulting in redness, swelling, and pain but not necessarily causing the nail to detach from the nail bed. A hangnail is a small piece of skin that tears near the base of the nail and does not pertain to the separation of the nail plate from the nail bed.

Onycholysis is significant because it can lead to more severe nail disorders if not addressed appropriately, emphasizing the importance of recognizing and understanding this specific condition among nail technicians.