Chapter 26 - Pedicuring Flashcards
When performing 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
c. mid-tarsal area
What are the basic steps to properly disinfect a foot spa after each pedicure service?
a. Drain water and remove water and contaminants, add soap and water, rinse and dry.
b. Drain and remove water and contaminants, clean surface, disinfect with approved disinfectant, rinse and dry.
c. Drain and remove water, disinfect with approved disinfectant, rinse and dry.
d. Change water, add soap, disinfect with approved disinfectant, thoroughly rinse and dry.
b. Drain and remove water and contaminants, clean surface, disinfect with approved disinfectant, rinse and dry.
The weekly maintenance procedure for a pipe-less foot spa requires the disinfectant solution to remain in the foot spa:
a. at least 10 minutes
b. no more than 30 minutes
c. overnight
d. over the weekend
c. overnight
Which massage technique is used most with a pedicure?
a. effleurage
b. petrissage
c. tapotement
d. reflexology
a. effleurage
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
d. disinfectant
The chair the cosmetologist uses when performing a pedicure:
a. is usually high off the ground
b. should not be ergonomic
c. must be inexpensive
d. must be comfortable
d. must be comfortable
Electric foot mitts:
a. provide a great deal of client relaxation
b. create a cooling effect on the feet
c. prevent mask ingredients from penetrating too deeply
d. are designed to be used without any other products
a. provide a great deal of client relaxation
Exfoliating scrubs:
a. are designed to dry greasy feet
b. help reduce calluses
c. are usually oil-based
d. are smooth lotions
b. help reduce calluses
In order to be on time, you must be polishing ______ after beginning a one-hour pedicure.
a. 10-15 minutes
b. 30-35 minutes
c. 45-50 minutes
d. 50-55 minutes
c. 45-50 minutes
Reflexology practitioners believe that pressing certain reflex points on the feet:
a. transmit positive energy
b. decrease blood flow
c. cause significant discomfort
d. reverse signs of aging
a. transmit positive energy
A paraffin bath:
a. stimulates circulation
b. reduces product absorption
c. increases inflammation
d. cools the skin
a. stimulates circulation
Repeated exposure to pedicure water can cause:
a. hyperpigmentation
b. over hydration of the skin
c. cracking of the hands
d. a latex allergy
c. cracking of the hands
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 few appointments to make time for the client
d. tell the client you will do your best but that an additional appointment will necessary
d. tell the client you will do your best but that an additional appointment will necessary
Scaly feet commonly require ______ treatment in the salon.
a. daily
b. weekly
c. monthly
d. yearly
b. weekly
Massage given during manicures and pedicures focuses on:
a. draining lymphatic fluid
b. muscle stimulation
c. pain relief
d. relaxation
d. relaxation
Which of these implements is commonly known as a paddle?
a. foot file
b. nail rasp
c. curette
d. nail file
a. foot file
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. nippers
c. nail rasp
d. curette
c. nail rasp
A _______ is a small scoop-shaped implement use for more efficient removal of debris from the nail folds, eponychium and hyponychium areas.
a. nail rasp
b. curette
c. nail brush
d. tweezer
b. curette
The best type of ______ have jaws that are straight and come to a point.
a. nippers
b. toenail clippers
c. nail rasps
d. nail brushes
b. toenail clippers
Which implement is used to trim tags of dead skin?
a. nippers
b. nail clippers
c. finishing scissors
d. curette
a. nippers