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BEAUTY CARE
(NAIL CARE) SERVICES
Quarter 1 Module 3
Personal Protective Equipment
and Nail Structures and Shapes
(Week 5&6)

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Introductory Message
For the facilitator:

This module was collaboratively 1designed, developed and evaluated

by the Development and Quality Assurance Teams of SDO TAPAT to assist
you
in helping the learners meet the standards set by the K to 12 Curriculum,
while overcoming their personal, social and economic constraints in
schooling.
As a facilitator, you are expected to orient the learners on how to use
this module. You also need to keep track of the learners' progress while
allowing them to manage their own learning. Furthermore, you are expected
to encourage and assist the learners as they do the tasks included in the
module.

For the learner:

This module was designed to provide you with fun and meaningful
opportunities for guided and independent learning at your own pace and time.
You will be enabled to process the contents of the learning resource while
being an active learner.
The following are some reminders in using this module:
1. Use the module with care. Do not put unnecessary mark/s on any part
of the module. Use a separate sheet of paper in answering the
exercises.
2. Don’t forget to answer Let’s Try before moving on to the other activities
included in the module.
3. Read the instruction carefully before doing each task.
4. Observe honesty and integrity in doing the tasks and checking your
answers.
5. Finish the task at hand before proceeding to the next.
6. Return this module to your teacher/facilitator once you are through
with it.
If you encounter any difficulty in answering the tasks in this module,
do not hesitate to consult your facilitator. Always bear in mind that you are
not alone.
We hope that through this material, you will experience meaningful learning
and gain deep understanding of the relevant competencies. You can do it!

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 Let’s Learn

This module was designed and written with you in mind. It is here to help you
master the Beauty Care (Nail Care Services). The scope of this module permits
it to be used in many different learning situations. The language used
recognizes the diverse vocabulary level of students. The lessons are arranged
to follow the standard sequence of the course.

Week 5

The module consists of one lesson

Lesson 1: Personal Protective Equipment for Nail

Care After going through this module, you are expected

to:

1. identify the personal protective equipment in nail care services

2. enumerate and describe the different PPE in nail care services
3. value the importance of wearing PPE in the salon.

Week 6

The module consists of one lesson

Lesson 1: Nail Structures and Shapes

After going through this module, you are expected to:

1. describe the structures and composition of nail.
2. name and label the structures of the nail.
3. draw the different shapes of the nail.

Let’s Try
A. Directions: Complete the sentence by choosing the correct word inside
the box below. Write your answer on a separate sheet of paper.

*Personal Protective Equipment *Protective Eye Wear * Contaminated

*Gloves *Mask *Clients *Hands * Face * Neck
*Headband *Smock gown *Safety Shoes * Absorbent

1. The garment covering the whole hand is called .

2. are the garments designed to protect the user or wearer
from injury or job-related occupational safety.
3. A loose cloak or robe worn to protect the clothes is .
4. is a protective face covering for hygienic purposes and to
prevent the face from chemical exposure.

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5. is band of absorbent material worn on or around the head
across the forehead to keep the sweat and hair off the face.

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 6. Gloves are used to cover the .
7. A is used to protect the wearer's eyes and prevent from
chemical and/or biological agents.
8. A mask is a protective covering.
9. Personal Protective Equipment for nail care workers protects their
skin from possible infection as well as their .
10. A mask is also used to prevent the breathing of air with
chemical and/or biological agents.
To answer the pre-test using google forms, please visit the link below
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfUv4Nmw1bpeV19N50ahS8JI
Asgv4tZ8I4tQGOWKFBGF4j8AQ/viewform

Lesson Personal Protective Equipment

5 for Nail Care
Personal Protective Equipment is the garments designed to protect the
wearer’s body from injury or chemicals or for job-related occupational
safety and health purposes. The purpose of personal protective equipment is
to reduce employee exposure to hazards and risks.
After going through this module, you are expected to:
1. identify the personal protective equipment in nail care services
2. enumerate and describe the different PPE in nail care services
3. value the importance of wearing PPE in the salon.

Let’s recall
Directions: Look at the illustrations below. Identify what type of hazard
happened in the salon is shown in every picture. Choose your answer inside
the box and write it on a separate sheet of paper.
Electrical Hazard Ergonomic Hazard Chemical Hazard
Biological Hazard Manual Handling Hazard

1. 2. 3. 4.

5. 6. 7 8.

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 Let’s Explore
Personal Protective Equipment for eyes, face, head and extremities,
protective clothing and protective shields and barriers shall be provided,
used and maintained in a sanitary and reliable condition wherever it is
necessary by reason of hazards and risks of processes or environment and
chemical hazards. Why do you need to wear Personal Protective Equipment
for Nail Care Services?

As a manicurist, you have a sense of duty for your own health and
safety at work. Use personal protective equipment for your own sake. You
have the responsibility to follow safety instructions in the workplace. You
also must take all the reasonable care not to put your client at risk.

Let’s Elaborate
Personal Protective Equipment for nail care workers protects their
skin from possible infection as well as their clients. Wearing safety
equipment provides some protection in case of chemical splashes and
airborne nail or artificial nail particles and eye irritations. Personal
protective equipment is clothing equipment designed to be worn by a nail
technician or salon workers to protect them from risks of injury or illness. It
should only be considered as a control measure when exposure to a risk
cannot be minimized in another way, or when used in conjunction with
other control measures as a final barrier between the nail salon worker from
the chemical hazard and other cause of hazards. These clothing equipment
does not control hazard at the source equipment which will protect you
from risks to health and safety

Advantages of wearing PPE at work:

 To prevent damage to workers’ nails and skin.
 To prevent skin from absorbing potentially harmful ingredients which
may cause skin allergies, irritation, or other related problems.
 So as not to generate a lot of dust, it may be necessary to wear a dust
mask to minimize breathing in particles while filing or buffing nails.
 To protect the wearer's face and prevent the breathing of air
contaminated with chemical and/or biological agents
To know more about the importance of PPE, here is the link of the video
that you can watch https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8o8aBkAXZPw

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Personal Protective Equipment are the following:

1. Gloves - is a garment covering for the whole hand.

2. Smock gown – is a loose cloak or robe worn

to protect the clothes.

3. Mask – is a protective face covering for hygienic

purposes and to prevent the face from chemical
exposure.

4. Headband – is band of absorbent material

worn on or around the head across the
forehead to keep the sweat and the hair off
the face.

5. Protective Eyewear - To protect the wearer's

eyes and prevent from chemical and/or biological
agents.
To gain further knowledge and insights on the personal
protective equipment used in nail salon, please visit the
following links: https://www.youtube.com/watch?
v=g9dY37JLcn8&t=23s https://www.youtube.com/watch?
v=6YneEb4mfpY

Let’s Dig In
Directions: Write the word TRUE if the statement is correct and FALSE if
the statement is incorrect. Write it on a separate sheet of paper.
1. A mask is band of absorbent material worn on or around the head
across the forehead to keep the sweat and the hair off the face.
2. Personal protective equipment is clothing equipment designed to be
worn by a nail technician or salon workers to protect them from risks of injury
or illness.
3. A smock gown is a loose cloak or robe worn to protect the clothes.
4. Personal Protective Equipment protects only the clients from possible
infection.
5. A mask is a protective face covering for hygienic purposes and to
prevent the face from chemical exposure.

Let’s Remember
Directions: Answer the following questions. Write your answer on a
separate sheet of paper.
1. Why is it important to wear personal protective equipment?

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 2. Give the advantages of wearing PPE at work?

Let’s Apply
In a clean short bond paper, draw a person wearing the complete Personal
Protective Equipment used in nail care services. For your guide in doing this
activity, you can visit this link.
https://images.app.goo.gl/cwVw4kSLYZz8tPM89
Criteria for the Activity: (Total 10 pts)
Creativity- 4 pts Neatness – 3 pts Finished the Task Completely – 3 pts

Let’s Evaluate
A. Directions: Choose the letter of the correct answer and write it on a
separate sheet of paper.
1. It is a garment covering for the whole hand.
a.mask b.gloves c. headband d. smock gown
2. It is a band of absorbent material worn on or around the head across
the forehead to keep sweat and the hair off the face.
a.mask b.gloves c. headband d. smock gown
3. It is a protective face covering for hygienic purposes and to prevent the
face from chemical exposure.
a.mask b.gloves c. headband d. smock gown
4. It is a loose cloak or robe worn to protect the clothes.
a.mask b.gloves c. headband d. smock gown
5. These are designed garments to protect the user from injury and safety
purposes.
a.Sanitization c. Personal Protective Equipment
b.Sterilization d. Occupational Safety and Health Procedures
B. Directions: Name the following PPE used in Nail Care Services. Write
your answers on a separate sheet of paper.

6. 7. 8. 9. 10.

To answer the post-test using google forms, please visit the link below
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/1hm4bCyreR9jfIlZ0gTDm4giC2m43nGSpR
2Ydhhm80iM/edit

Let’s Extend
Directions: Visit the link below to watch the video about the reopening of
many nail salons after the lock down due to the pandemic. Then answer the
following questions on a separate sheet of paper.

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Link: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dgcQHMf-YfM&t=39s

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 1. Aside from the PPE that has been discussed in the lesson, what are the
additional protective equipment they are now using in the salon to
protect customers and workers from Covid-19?
2. Do you think it is already safe to allow the reopening of nail salons while
there is still a pandemic? Explain your answer.

Let’s Try
Directions: Identify the following statement. Choose your answer from the
box below. Use a separate sheet of paper for your answer.

*Nail Walls *Free edge *Lunula *Matrix *Nail plate *Cuticle *Nail bed
*Square nail *Pointed nail *Squoval nail *Round nail * Oval nail

1. The overlapping epidermis around the nail.

2. The only living reproducing part of the nail. This is situated
directly below the cuticle.
3. The pearly coloured and crescent shaped is due to the cells
being pushed closely together, the blood capillaries cannot be seen through
the lunula because of this.
4. The part of the nail where the nail plate rests on, also a
continuation of the matrix.
5. The part of the nail that can be filed and shaped.
6. Nail shape that is ideal for shorter nails.
7. It is a square nail but the softer edges of an oval.
8. This is also known as Stilleto nails.
9. This is the most famous among the nail shapes.
10. This nail shape is common among people with long, perfect
nail beds.
To answer the pre-test using google forms, please visit the link below:
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/1gNjRmbRvccQOgpm8HW8mDe_TMuhZyjH
gV9kM-RkO8PQ/edit

Lesson Nail Structures and Shapes

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It is very important for a manicurist to learn and understand the
anatomy and function of the nails so you could give your clients a
professional and responsible service and care.Nails are a part of the skin and
are made up of the same protein, keratin (KER-a-tin), as skin and hair. It is
composed of then hardest keratin. The purpose of nails is to protect the ends
of fingers and toes and to help the fingers grasp small objects. Adult
fingernails grow at an average rate of 1/8 inch a month; toenails grow
more easily. The characteristics of healthy nails are smooth, shiny, and
translucent pink. Its surface is smooth, curved, and unspotted, without any
hollows or wavy ridges.Normally, nails replace themselves every four
months and grow more quickly in summer than in winter. The nail grows
fastest on the middle finger and slowest on the thumb.
After going through this module, you are expected to:
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 1. describe the structures and composition of nail
2. name and label the structures of the nail.
3. draw the different shapes of the nail.

Let’s Recall
Directions: What are the five Personal Protective Equipment used
in Nail Care Services. Write your answers on a separate sheet of paper.

Let’s Explore
Look at the pictures below and answer the questions on a separate sheet of
paper.
What did you observe in the illustrations? Did you observe that a healthy
nail has a pinkish color? What makes it color pink and translucent? What
part of the nail gives its pinkish color? Let’s watch a short video on the
different parts of nails and how nails grow using this link.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MBHh8Lh6unY&fbclid=IwAR1EtTRc--
ZE9Lgg3wDxMRR3oPEnTPapv7iognpJj0n0IfoCKkBzu5DiYmY)

Let’s Elaborate

Basic Information About Nail

Nail is a plate of keratin that lies on the tips of the fingers and toes.
The main purpose of the nail is to protect the fingers and toes; however, the
fingernail also assists with certain physical activities in daily life.
.

Diagrams of
the nail and
its structure

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 Structures of Nail
1. Lunula - the pearly colored and crescent shaped is due to the cells being
pushed closely together, the blood capillaries cannot be seen through the
lunula because of this.
2. Cuticle - the overlapping epidermis around the nail. It is the transparent
skin, which is called the 'true cuticle', that is removed during the manicuring
process.
3. Free edge -the part of the nail that can be filed and shaped. It is an
extension of the nail plate that overlaps the hyponychium.
4. Matrix - the only living reproducing part of the nail. This is situated directly
below the cuticle. New cells form here and continually push towards to
produce the nail plate. It also contains blood vessels and nerves. Blood
supply provides the cells with nourishment. If the matrix is damaged the nail
will grow deformed. Note: Be careful not to apply excessive pressure to this
area during a manicure.
5. Nail bed - the part of the nail where the nail plate rests on, also a
continuation of the matrix. It is abundantly supplied with blood vessels and
nerves, having numerous parallel ridges which dovetail exactly with the
ridges on the under surface of the nail plate.
6. Nail walls - the folds of skin that overlap the sides of the nail. They hold your
nail in place and protect the nail plate edges.
7. Nail Plate - is visible nail that rests on the nail bed up to the free edge. This
is made up from dead cells and minimum amount of moisture. The nail is
semi-transparent – allowing the color of blood supply of the dermis to show.
To gain further knowledge and insights on the structures of nail, you can
visit and watch the video using this link. https://www.youtube.com/watch?
v=8YrW8AjxytI

Shapes of Nail
The shape of nail conforms to that of fingertips of an individual.

Oval nail Square nail Round nail Squoval nail Pointed nail

1. Oval nail - this is common among people with long, perfect nail beds. It
may be styled slightly rounded at the base and slightly pointed at the
fingertips. Most often this type of nail has a natural look and looks very good
in a short-medium length.
2. Round nail - ideal for shorter nails, the nail is allowed to grow out straight
at the sides for approximately 1.5 mm and then the tip is filed into a rounded

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shape. This is a strong shape which is great for those who keep their nails
short.
3. Stiletto/ pointed nail - filed away at the sides to a point at the tip; this
shape is very weak as the sides of the nail (which provide the strength) are
totally lost
4. Squoval Nail - is a square nail but the softer edges of an oval.
5. Square Nail - this is the most famous among the nail shapes. It is created
by allowing the nail to grow out straight and then filing the tip straight
across at right angles with the rest of the nail plate.
Trim your nails
Trimming of nail plays a very vital role. It is very easy task but sometime it
causes little problems such as unwanted abrasions and ingrown nails, when
done not properly Apply the following steps while cutting nails.
Step 01:
Prepare the types of instruments for this task. Nail cutter, who has small or
medium slightly curved blades, which are suitable for trimming the finger
nails. Nail cutters with straight blades are suitable for use.
Step 02:
Before using your nail cutter, make sure that it is clean. Wash your nail cutter
to remove dust and germs, especially when you are sharing your nail cutter
with someone else. Dry thoroughly after washing it.
Step 03:
Wash your hands. Wipe dry with any towel or tissue paper to remove extra
water. This process cleans your fingernails, and beside cleaning fingernails it
also helps in softening your nails and easier to cut them
Step 04:
You must cut your nails in a place where you can clearly see what you are
doing. Put a small container near you in which you can collect the nails.
Step 05:
Decide the shape of your nails. Decide which shape you actually want. After
deciding, lift the nail cutter and start cutting your nails.
Step 06:
Start cutting your nails starting from your little finger.
Step 07 :
Click on the nail cutter that can cut through the nail. You can make at least
two or three cuts of a finger nail until everything is snug. Follow the curve of
the nail to get a clean cut. Check skin flaps after each cut and remove
carefully.
Step 08:
Sit comfortably and crouch your knee side to easily reach up and see the nails
clearly. Be sure not to set up deep razor to prevent scratches. Adjust the
position of razor if you feel any discomfort.
Step 09:
After cutting your nails, use a nail file to smooth any rough and odd surface
of newly trimmed nails. When you file, do it in on tilt – from the corner of the
nail to go down.
Step 10:
Apply some moisturizer on your hands to keep the cuticles moisturized and
smooth.

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 To gain further knowledge and insights on the structures and shapes of
nails, watch these videos using these links.
 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yRBSrCjirQ&fbclid=IwAR3nOMD0
fLLEUcyo9meSG0UlgE_Zb6SaZrZ-0ARQJWbWLrGXqfmHqcrrDJI
 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Rw5j7jNx-jI&fbclid=IwAR1-
8yvDqUExlo6ryPh6TYzTG3vpmjUiqpsSBCrpqPVgD_X9ULyQGiQjFrk

Let’s Dig In
Directions: Enumerate the following items listed below. In any order, write
your answer on a separate sheet of paper.

A. Structures of nails
B. Shapes of nails
1.
1.
2.
2.
3.
3.
4.
4.
5.
5.
6.
7.

Let’s Remember
Directions: Fill in the blanks with the correct answer. Choose your answer inside
the box and write it on a separate sheet of paper.

Nail Walls Free edge Lunula Matrix Nail plate Cuticle Nail bed

1. Free edge is the part of the nail that can be filed and shaped. It is an extension
of the that overlaps the hyponychium.
2 are the folds of skin that overlap the sides of the nail. It holds your
nail in place and protects the nail plate edges.
3. Nail bed is the part of the nail that the nail plate on, also a
continuation of the matrix. It is abundantly supplied with blood vessels and
nerves, having numerous parallel ridges which dovetail exactly with the ridges
on the under surface of the nail plate.
4. Matrix is the only living reproducing part of the nail, this is situated directly
below the . New cells form here and continually push towards to
produce the nail plate. It also contains blood vessels and nerves. Blood supply
provides the cells with nourishment. If the matrix is damaged the nail will grow
deformed.
5. is a visible nail that rests on the nail bed up to the free edge. This
is made up from dead cells and minimum amount of moisture.

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 Let’s Apply
Directions: Draw the five different shapes of nails. Use bond paper for your
drawings. For your guide in doing this activity, you can refer to this link:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VW5tfU1atog
Criteria for the Activity: (Total 10 pts)
Creativity- 4 pts Neatness – 3 pts Finished the Task Completely – 3 pts

Let’s Evaluate
Label the different parts of the nail. Write your answer
Directions: on a separate sheet of paper

1.

2.

3.

4.

5.

2. Identify the different shapes of nail.

a. b. c. d. e.

To answer the post-test using google forms, please visit the link below:
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/18qOIh2J4erjnje1jnlhWYEvwfgSlqCcvx69Y
7wOVaUs/edit

Let’s Extend
Directions: Observe and list down the shapes of the nails of your family
members (mother, father, brothers, sisters etc.). Who among of your family
members have the same nail shape with yours? Write your observations on a
sheet of paper.
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References:
Week 5
Printed Materials
 K to 12 Basic Education Curriculum Technology and Livelihood Education
Learning Module in Beauty Care (Nail Care) Services Exploratory Course
Grade 7 and 8 pp. 62-89

Online Resources
 https://www.google.com/search?q=clipart+picture+of+beauty+care+nail+car
e+services&hl=en&tbm=isch&sxsrf=ALeKk01gDVeV_OZ8a0mRdm1dwSQopO
cjqw:
 https://www.google.com/search?q=clipart+picture+of+beauty+care+nail+car
e+services&sxsrf=ALeKk038afFBCu-7pRVS7I6WY9eRvnEWwQ
 https://www.google.com/search?q=clipart+picture+of+beauty+care+nail+car
e+services&sxsrf=ALeKk038afFBCu-
 https://www.google.com/search?q=clipart+picture+teacher+pointing+to+the
+left&sxsrf=ALeKk03V80GWe0iJT6ndCR7zsTf3aig4w:
YouTube
 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8o8aBkAXZPw
 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=g9dY37JLcn8&t=23s
 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6YneEb4mfpY
 https://images.app.goo.gl/cwVw4kSLYZz8tPM89
 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dgcQHMf-YfM&t=39s

Week 6
Printed Materials
 K to 12 Basic Education Curriculum Technology and Livelihood Education
Learning Module in Beauty Care (Nail Care) Services Exploratory Course
Grade 7 and 8 pp. 90 -113

Online Resources
 https://www.google.com/search?q=DIFFERENT+SHAPES+OF+NAILS&tbm=i
sch&ved=2ahUKEwj72bSI7vnrAhUHx2EKHZ5hBOIQ2
 http://www.google.com.ph/imgrewww.cbd.in/ibd/2008/Resources/teacher
s/appendix3.shtm
 https://tleonline801533702.wordpress.com>
 https://gltnhs-tle.weebly.com/lesson-44.html
 https://www.pinterest.ph/amp/pin/130745195405310399/

You Tube
 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8YrW8AjxytI
 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VW5tfU1atog
 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yRBSrCjirQ&fbclid=IwAR3nOMD
0fLLEUcyo9meSG0UlgE_Zb6SaZrZ-0ARQJWbWLrGXqfmHqcrrDJI
 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Rw5j7jNx-jI&fbclid=IwAR1-
8yvDqUExlo6ryPh6TYzTG3vpmjUiqpsSBCrpqPVgD_X9ULyQGiQjFrk
 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MBHh8Lh6unY&fbclid=IwAR1EtTRc--
ZE9Lgg3wDxMRR3oPEnTPapv7iognpJj0n0IfoCKkBzu5DiYmY)

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 Development Team of the Module
Writers: MRS. CHERRYL G. PANOPIO
MRS. ESPERANZA M.
JACOBO
Content Editors: MR. ARNEL S. GESTIADA, HT III- BNHS
MRS. ESPERANZA H. VASQUEZ
Language Editor: MRS. AILEEN GEÑOSO, EPSA- ALS
Reviewers: DR. ANGELA K. ALAMAN, HT IV- SVNHS
DR. RONALDO J. LASIN, Master Teacher I
Illustrator: MR. RONNEL GUTIERREZ
Layout Artist: MR. RONNEL GUTIERREZ

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DR. MELEDA H. POLITA, SDS (Ret.)
School Head In-Charge:
DR. REA M. CRUZ, Principal IV
Content Validator/Editor:
MR. SANTIAGO P. ALVIS, Principal II
Management Team:
DR. MARGARITO B. MATERUM,
SDS DR. GEORGE P. TIZON, SGOD
CHIEF DR. ELLERY G. QUINTIA, CID
CHIEF
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