Ohio State Board Nail Technician Practice Exam

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To avoid an ingrown toenail, how should the nail be filed?

In a straight line
Slightly rounded at corners
In a zigzag pattern
Very short

The correct answer is: Slightly rounded at corners

Filing the nail in a straight line or in a zigzag pattern can both increase the likelihood of an ingrown toenail by creating sharp edges that can penetrate the skin. Filing the nail very short can also cause the nail to rub against the skin, increasing the chances of an ingrown toenail. Choosing to file the nail slightly rounded at the corners helps to prevent the nail from growing into the skin, reducing the risk of an ingrown toenail.