Chapter 14 Pedicure

Question 1

Exfoliating agents found in pedicure scrubs are made of pumice, quartz crystals, jojoba beads,

Accepted Answer

Polypropylene beads

Question 2

The nail technician’s pedicuring stool is usually low to make it __ easier to perform a pedi.

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Ergonomically

Question 3

You should use a _to remove any loose debris from the nail plate during a pedicure.

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Curette

Question 4

What types of pedicure equipment does not have to be cleaned and disinfected after each use?

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Disposables

Question 5

If the client has sensitive or redness-prone skin, avoid:

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Vigorous or strong massage techniques

Question 6

The water temperature in a foot bath prepared for client use should be:

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Comfortable warm

Question 7

Water-based lotions that contain an abrasive are known as:

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Exfoliating scrubs

Question 8

Callus reduction series appointments are scheduled on a _____ basis.

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Weekly

Question 9

When performing a foot massage, you should first:

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Rotate the entire foot in a circular motion

Question 10

A toe nail rasp can be used on:

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The sides of the free edge

Question 11

Gentleness during massage is especially important for clients who have:

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Arthritis

Question 12

Nippers should not be used on clients with diabetes or:

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Psoriasis

Question 13

Female clients must be warned not to ____ within 48 hours before the pedicure.

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Shave their legs

Question 14

How long should a mask be left on the client’s skin?

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5 to 10 minutes

Question 15

Foot massage induces a high degree of relaxation and:

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Stimulate blood flow

Question 16

In general, a _____ file is most appropriate to shorten the toenails.

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Medium-grit

Question 17

Services that require more than one appointment are referred to as a:

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Series

Question 18

When performing a pedicure, what is the first step after completing the pre-service procedure?

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Check the temperature of the pedicure bath for safety

Question 19

Toe separators are commonly made of:

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Foam rubber or cotton

Question 20

What products does not help to maintain the client’s pedicure between services?

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Paraffin wax

Question 21

When performing a basic pedicure, it is recommended that you start by removing the polish from

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The little toe

Question 22

When performing a foot massage, the foot should be grasped between the thumb and fingers at:

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The mid-tarsal area

Question 23

Which implement has jaws and is used for cutting toenails?

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Toenail clippers

Question 24

Terry cloth mitts are routinely used over paraffin to:

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Encourage conditioning of the feet

Question 25

A foot soak is put into the water in the pedicure bath to:

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Soften the skin on the feet

Question 26

The pedicure foot bath soak container is filled with ___water

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Warm

Question 27

What is usually used during a spa pedicure to remove dead cells from the skin on the leg?

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Exfoliation

Question 28

When clients are making an appointment for a pedicure, you should suggest that they wear:

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Sandals

Question 29

A pedicure includes all but which of the following

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Treating a foot disease

Question 30

A fully plumbed pedicure chair is not:

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Portable

Question 31

Callus softeners:

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Are applied directly to a callus

Question 32

Stones used in upscale pedicure services are typically:

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Basalt

Question 33

Implements for manicures and pedicures must be:

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Stainless steel

Question 34

A licensed nail technician who has taken advanced education to learn pedicures is called

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A medical nail technician

Question 35

Unique method of applying pressure with the thumbs and index fingers for health benefits?

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Reflexology

Question 36

Reflexology is based on the principle that areas in the feet and hands correspond to

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Parts of the body

Question 37

Which of the following is not an ingredient commonly found in foot care masks?

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Pumice

Question 38

Causing tiny unseen openings in the skin that may let in pathogenic microbes is called:

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Microtrauma

Question 39

What is recommended prior to providing a paraffin wax treatment to elderly clients?

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A preservice wax patch test

Question 40

Improper, rushed, or careless cleaning of the pedicure bath may lead to:

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Health safety concerns for clients

Question 41

During a basic pedicure, you should let a client’s feet soak in the pedicure bath?

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5 to 10 minutes

Question 42

Foot files or paddles are designed:

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To smooth and reduce dry flaky skin

Question 43

The end of a curette is:

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Scoop-shaped

Chapter 14 Pedicure

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Chapter 14 Pedicure

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