WorksheetsChapter 7 Pedicuring
Total questions: 25
Worksheet time: 13mins
What is the potential problem of a callus shaver blade?
It can cause infection
It is difficult to clean
It can cause a stress area
It is fragile and breaks easily
When performing a massage, where should you begin to apply lotion?
Only to the feet
Just below the ankle
Just below the knee
Whereever the clients asks
When was the resurgence of the spa industry?
1960's
1970's
1980's
1990's
Which is LEAST likely to be used with electric foot mitts?
Skin softeners
Mask
Soak
Lotion
What should be included in the record of each disinfecting procedure?
The date and state
The time and date
The time and state
The person who performed the cleaning
How can nail techs protect themselves from painful back conditions?
Nail techs should receive regular massages.
Nail techs should pay attention to their body's position and work ergonomically.
Nail techs should sit high enough so that they are parallel to the client.
Nail techs should always use a back brace.
How might you help a client remove dry and flaky skin from the feet?
Give the client a foot soak
Give the clients a mask
Put on a foot lotion
Give the client an exfoliating scrub
Choose the best option for softening and smoothing thickened calluses.
Callus softener
Foot lotion
Foot lotion
Exfoliating scrub
A pedicure includes all of the following EXCEPT:
Trimming the toenails
Shaping the toenails
Exfoliating the toenails
Polishing the toenails
Which of the following involves a gritty lotion?
Foot soak
Mask
Callus softener
Exfoliating scrub
How long does a spa pedicure take?
15-30 minutes
30 - 45 minutes
45 minutes - 1 hours
1 - 1.5 hours
For toenails, which grit is best to use in general?
Coarse grit
Medium grit
Fine grit
Buffer only
A massage performed during a manicure or pedicure is purely for what purpose?
Relaxation
Health benefits
To rub in lotion or cream
To personalize a pedicure
What is NOT a likely cause of safety concerns for salon clients with regard to pedicure baths?
Improper cleaning
Rushed cleaning
Careless cleaning
Scheduled cleaning
For toenails, which grit should you use to seal the edges?
Coarse grit
Medium grit
Fine grit
Buffer only
Which of the following can cause a ticklish sensation?
A light, loose grip
A gentle, firm grip
A tight, firm grip
A quick, pinching grip
The MOST enjoyable _____________ is rhythmic.
Pedicure
Microtrauma
Massage
Reflexology
How many types of massage routines are there?
5 main types
10 main types
100 different types
Unlimited number of types
If your client has this special consideration, do NOT manipulate the joints during the massage portion of the service.
Involuntary movement
Limited mobility
Painful joints
Altered vision
Curettes require gentle and careful maneuvers to prevent damage to all of the following EXCEPT?
The nail tip
The hyponychium
The eponychium
The nail folds
A string of related appointments is known as what?
Stand alone
Service set
Scope of practice
Series
The possibility of NOT being able to wear a certain pair of shoes should be discussed before doing this:
Performing a massage
Soaking the feet
Trimming the nails
Removing calluses
How many treatments might a client with scaly feet need?
1 - 2 weekly treatments
2 - 4 weekly treatments
3 - 6 weekly treatments
4 - 8 weekly treatment
Which implement is best to use around the edges of the big toenail plate?
Toenail clippers
Toenail nippers
Curette
Nail rasp
How should you hold a client's foot when performing a massage?
With a soft grip
With a firm grip
Not holding the foot but resting it on a platform or your lap
Gently
