CHAPTER 26: PEDICURING

Question 1

When performing a foot massage during a pedicure, you should grasp the foot between your thumb and fingers at the __________.

a. bottom of the foot
b. heel area
c. mid-tarsal area
d. ankle area

Answer 1

c. mid-tarsal area

Question 2

Hot stones used in pedicures are smooth and typically _________.

a. granite
b. basalt
c. quartz
d. slate

Answer 2

b. basalt

Question 3

Products designed to soften and smooth thickened tissue are _________.

a. foot creams
b. skin solvents
c. callus softeners
d. callus removers

Answer 3

c. callus softeners

Question 4

Which massage technique is used most with a pedicure?

a. effleurage
b. petrissage
c. tapotement
d. reflexology

Answer 4

a. effleurage

Question 5

Which of the following should never be placed in the foot bath with the client’s feet?

a. solution
b. antiseptic
c. magnesium salt
d. disinfectant

Answer 5

d. disinfectant

Question 6

The chair a cosmetologist uses when performing a pedicure ____________.

a. is usually high off the ground
b. should be ergonomic
c. must be inexpensive
d. should be contemporary

Answer 6

b. should be ergonomic

Question 7

A concentrated treatment product often composed of mineral clays, moisturizing agents, skin softeners, aromatherapy oils, botanical extracts, and other beneficial ingredients is ______________.

a. a mask
b. an exfoliant
c. an emollient
d. a scub

Answer 7

a. a mask

Question 8

Exfoliating scrubs are usually _________ lotions that contain ______ as the exfoliating agent.

a. oil-based / an abrasive
b. water-based / an abrasive
c. emollient / crystals
d. glycerin / granules

Answer 8

b. water-based / an abrasive

Question 9

In order to be on time for the next client, you should be polishing ______ after beginning a one-hour pedicure.

a. 10-15 minutes
b. 30-35 minutes
c. 45-50 minutes
d. 50-55 minutes

Answer 9

c. 45-50 minutes

Question 10

Reflexology practitioners believe that stimulating or pressing certain reflexes or point on the feet can _______ to the specified areas.

a. reflect positive energy
b. decrease blood flow
c. cause significant discomfort
d. revers the signs of aging

Answer 10

a. reflect positive energy

Question 11

A paraffin bath ____________.

a. promotes circulation
b. reduces product absorption
c. increases inflammation
d. cools the skin

Answer 11

a. promotes circulation

Question 12

An organic acid that derives originally from the bark of willow trees is ____________.

a. potassium hydroxide
b. urea
c. salicylic acid
d. distilled acid

Answer 12

c. salicylic acid

Question 13

If a client books a standard pedicure and you discover that the feet are in unusually bad condition and will require more time than was scheduled, it is recommended that you __________.

a. take as much time as necessary, even if it means that other clients must wait
b. send the client home and tell her to book a longer appointment next time
c. cancel the next few appointments to make time for the client
d. tell the client you will do the best you can in the time schedule, but another pedicure may be needed

Answer 13

d. tell the client you will do the best you can in the time schedule, but another pedicure may be needed

Question 14

Scaly feet commonly require _______ treatment in the salon.

a. daily
b. weekly
c. monthly
d. yearly

Answer 14

b. weekly

Question 15

Massage given during manicures and pedicures definitely focuses on _________.

a. draining lymphatic fluid
b. muscle stimulation
c. pain relief
d. relaxation

Answer 15

d. relaxation

Question 16

Which of these implements is commonly known as a pedicure paddle?

a. foot file
b. nail rasp
c. curette
d. nail file

Answer 16

a. foot file

Question 17

Which of these is a metal implement with a grooved edge used for filing and smoothing the edges of the nail plate?

a. nail clipper
b. nail nippers
c. nail rasp
d. curette

Answer 17

c. nail rasp

Question 18

A _________ is a small scoop-shaped implement used for more efficient removal of debris from the nail folds, eponychium, and hyponychium areas.

a. nail rasp
b. curette
c. nail brush
d. tweezer

Answer 18

b. curette

Question 19

Many elderly clients have health issues that, when receiving pedicure services, require ____________.

a. extra time
b. medical supervision
c. exceptionally gentle care
d. special products

Answer 19

c. exceptionally gentle care

Question 20

Which implement must be used carefully to prevent trapping the skin of the toe in the jaws?

a. toenail nippers
b. rasp
c. finishing scissors
d. curette

Answer 20

a. toenail nippers

Question 21

How long are masks typically left on the client’s skin?

a. five to ten minutes
b. ten to fifteen minutes
c. fifteen to twenty minutes
d. twenty to thirty minutes

Answer 21

a. five to ten minutes

Question 22

If a client wants to drift off during a pedicure, it is recommended that you __________.

a. try to engage the client in pleasant conversation
b. start telling the client about the home care products that you offer
c. allow the client the peace and tranquility they are seeking
d. squeeze the client’s foot gently to keep them awake

Answer 22

c. allow the client the peace and tranquility they are seeking

Question 23

Clients should be warned not to shave their legs within _____ a pedicure.

a. 24 hours after
b. 48 hours after
c. 24 hours before
d. 48 hours before

Answer 23

d. 48 hours before

Question 24

Some improvements in the feet require more than one appointment in services referred to as a ________

a. set
b. system
c. series
d. selection

Answer 24

c. series

Question 25

Who bears the responsibility for ensuring that proper disinfection of the pedicure bath occurs?

a. the technician
b. the salon
c. the client
d. the salon and the technician

Answer 25

d. the salon and the technician