Chapter 14 pedicuring

Question 1

Cosmetic services performed on the feet by a licensed nail tech or cosmetologist that include trimming shaving exfoliating polishing toenails and massage are called

Manicures, pedicures, aromatherapy, reflexology

Answer 1

Pedicures

Question 2

Pedicures create client loyalty produce considerable income and can be important_for many clients

Medical treatment,
self-esteem building treatment, emotional therapy,
preventative health services

Answer 2

Preventive health services

Question 3

Shaving their legs within 24 hours of having a pedicure increases the risk of_which causes tiny unseen openings in the skin let me allow entry by pathogenic microbes

Macrotrauma
Irritation
Microtrauma
Infection

Answer 3

Microtrauma

Question 4

Which term refers to all of the permanent tools used to perform nail services that are not implements

Equipment, materials, supplies, pedicure products

Answer 4

Equipment

Question 5

When preparing pedicure foot bath it is recommended that you fill it with_water

Calls, hot, cool, warm

Answer 5

Warm

Question 6

Some fully plumbed whirlpool baths are_and connected to a drain

Portable & flexible, permanently, plumbed to hot and cold water , filled using a hose to run water into the bath, manually Filled



Answer 6

Permanently plumbed to hot and cold water

Question 7

Electric foot mits are designed to_

Add a special touch to a pedicure, slow the penetration of the conditioning ingredients, help keep the clients feet from feeling cool, create a stimulating effect

Answer 7

Add a special touch to a pedicure

Question 8

Toenail clippers have_space between the jaws allowing them to cut thicker nails

Curved, wider, jagged, narrower

Answer 8

Wider

Question 9

Which implement has a small scoop shaped end

Nail rasp, nipper, toenail clipper, curette

Answer 9

Currete

Question 10

Only curettes with_are safe and appropriate for nail techs to use

Replaceable blades, permanent blades, dull edges, sharp edges

Answer 10

Dull edges

Question 11

For most clients an_nail file is recommended for pedicures

Medium grit, grit abrasive, fine grit, grit free

Answer 11

Medium grit

Question 12

Foot files or paddles are designed to reduce and smooth_

Warts, lesions, skin irritations, thicker foot calluses

Answer 12

Thicker foot calluses

Question 13

Which implement is used to trim tags of dead skin

Toenail clipper, nipper, nail rasp, foot paddle

Answer 13

Nipper

Question 14

You should not use metal pushers or sharp implements on clients who have_

Skin irritation, had a recent illness, Any chronic disease, edema

Answer 14

Any chronic disease

Question 15

A spa pedicure usually lasts for about_minutes

20 to 30, 30 to 45, 45 to 60, 60 to 90

Answer 15

60 to 90

Question 16

Toe separators are used when

Massaging the feet, polishing the toenails, exfoliating the feet, clipping the toenails

Answer 16

Polishing the toenails

Question 17

The disposable slippers provided for clients who have not worn open toe shoes and want to avoid smudging there newly applied toenail polish or typically made of

Rubber or cotton,
paper or plastic,
paper or foam,
rubber or plastic

Answer 17

Paper or foam

Question 18

Which type of product is put into the water in a pedicure bath to soft and the skin on the feet

Foot soaks, essential oils, scrubs, masks

Answer 18

Foot soaks

Question 19

Exfoliating scrubs are usually_that contain an abrasive as the exfoliating agent

Oil based creams,
water-based lotions,
crystallized creams,
oil based breams

Answer 19

Water-based lotions

Question 20

Masks are commonly made with mineral clays moisturizing agents skin Softeners aromatherapy oils and

Skin sloughers
Skin scrubs
Beneficial extracts
Skin antiseptics

Answer 20

Beneficial extracts

Question 21

Callus softener products are applied

Directly to the Callus
by mixing with water and a pedicure bath,
Spraying an entire foot with a mister , by mixing with a softening lotion

Answer 21

Directly to the callus

Question 22

Which abbreviation refers to a licensed nail tech or cosmetologist who has taken advanced education to learn to perform safe pedicures on podiatry patients

NMC, MNT, EPA, INTA

Answer 22

MNT

Question 23

Treatments that require multiple appointments are referred to as

A grouping, a series, successive services, a collection

Answer 23

A series

Question 24

Appointments to ensure lower calluses should be scheduled

Weekly, daily, monthly, biweekly

Answer 24

Weekly

Question 25

A typical callous reduction appointment includes a soak application a reduction product application and treatment,_and dismissal Nail polish application, foot massage, a lotion application, an antiseptic application

Answer 25

A lotion application

Question 26

A client going through a callus reduction process will typically require about_visits 2 to 3, 4 to 6, 8 to 10, 12 to 15

Answer 26

4-6

Question 27

The typical method for applying paraffin from the bath is to dip and redip the hands or feet _ Time is in to the larger paraffin bath 1 to 2, 2 to 3, 3 to 4, 4 to 6

Answer 27

3–4

Question 28

And the massage performed during a pedicure service is predominantly_ Effleurage, petrissage, tapotement, vibration

Answer 28

Effleurage

Question 29

Reflexology is a unique method of applying pressure with the thumb and index fingers to the hands and feet and demonstrates_ Healing of chronic illness, healing of back pain, control of foot pain, health benefits

Answer 29

Health benefits

Question 30

Hot stones are used in pedicures to provide a deep penetrating and comforting heat that enhances relaxation and Ability to sleep, circulation, stimulation, blood flow reduction

Answer 30

Circulation

Question 31

Salons must always use an EPA registered hospital disinfectant that is labeled a broad spectrum_viricide and fungicide Bactericide, tuberculoside , germicide, antibiotic

Answer 31

Bactericide

Question 32

Ergonomics in pedicuring focuses on_ The technicians body positioning, the products used, the water temperature, massage techniques

Answer 32

The technicians body positioning

Question 33

generally when performing a foot massage the foot should be gently grasped_ Just above the ankle, by the heal, between the thumb and the fingers, just below the toes

Answer 33

Just above the ankle

Question 34

When performing a pedicure A_is used to gently remove and loosen dead tissue Nail brush, wooden pusher, nail clipper, curette

Answer 34

Wooden pusher

Question 35

Curettes must always be used with the bowl of the Curette_the skin Horizontal too, toward skin, away from the skin, directly opposite from

Answer 35

Toward the skin

Question 36

Nail technicians can’t Prevent ingrown nails, can treat ingrown nails, cut and trim calluses, cannot cut or trim calluses

Answer 36

Cannot cut or trim calluses

Question 37

This is a traditional release In massage Feathering, patting lightly, reflexology, gently squeezing

Answer 37

Feathering

Question 38

After a pedicure what is the first step prior to applying the base coat Using polish remover to remove oils and lotion from the nails, asking client to put on pedicure slippers, applying toe separators, applying moisturizer

Answer 38

Applying toe separators

Question 39

What is the purpose of a callus A callous has no purpose, to prevent foot, dehydration, to protect the underlying skin from irritation, to help regulate the foot temperature

Answer 39

To protect underlying skin from irritation

Question 40

When using a curette to remove loose debris from the nail plate it is recommended you use a_motion Up and down, scooping, side to side, circular

Answer 40

Scooping

Question 41

This toenail is usually the most challenging to trim Big, middle, little, second

Answer 41

Big toe

Question 42

Massaging the leg is not recommended for clients with severe hypertension or circulatory problems because it Promotes inflammation, inhibits inflammation, increases circulation, decreases circulation

Answer 42

Increases circulation

Question 43

The basic pedicure includes a foot massage and not a leg massage due to time constraints and the fact that it is considered Inappropriate, excessive, a special service addition, inefficient and costly

Answer 43

A special service addition

Question 44

Foot care mask ingredients are used to cleanse exfoliate tighten tone hydrate and_the skin Roughin, loosen, nourish, circulate

Answer 44

Nourish

Question 45

When performing a pedicure it is recommended you_as you work Lean forward toward client Keep your body relaxed and unstrained  Stretch to reach your clients feet Keep your back rigid and firm

Answer 45

Keep your body relaxed and unstrained