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Chapter 14: Pedicuring Flashcards

1
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Pedicures create client loyalty, produce considerable income, and can be important ….. for many clients.

A

preventive health services

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Cosmetics services performed on the feet by a licensed nail technician or cosmetologist include trimming, shaping, exfoliating, polishing toenails, and massage is called …..

A

pedicures

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3
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Shaving the legs within 24 hours of having a pedicure increases the risks of ……, which causes tiny unseen openings in the skin that may allow entry by pathogenic microbes.

A

microtrauma

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4
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Which term refers to all of the permanent tools used to perform nail services that are not implements?

A

equipments

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5
Q

When preparing the pedicure foot bath, it is recommended that you fill it with ….. water.

A

warm

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6
Q

Some fully plumbed whirlpool baths are ……. and connected to a drain.

A

permanently plumbed to hot and cold water.

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7
Q

Electric foot mitts are designed to ….

A

add a special touch to a pedicure

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8
Q

Toenail clippers have a …. space between the jaws, allowing them to cut thicker nails.

A

wider

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9
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Which implement has a small, scoop-shaped end?

A

curette

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10
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Only curettes with ….. are safe and appropriate for nail technicians to use.

A

dull edges

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11
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For most clients, a ….. nail file is recommended for pedicures

A

medium-grit

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12
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Foot files or paddles are designed to reduce and smooth…….

A

thicker food calluses

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13
Q

Which implement is used to trim tags of dead skin?

A

nipper

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14
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You should not use metal pushers or sharp implements on clients who have …..

A

any chronic disease

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15
Q

A spa pedicure usually lasts for about ….. minutes

A

60-90

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16
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Toe separators are used when …..

A

polishing toe nails

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17
Q

The disposable slippers are provided for clients who have not worn open-toe shoes and want to avoid smudging their newly applied toenail polish. They are typically made of……

A

paper or foam

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18
Q

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

A

foot soaks

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19
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Exfoliating scrubs are usually ….. that contain an abrasive as the exfoliating agent.

A

water-based lotions

20
Q

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

A

beneficial extracts

21
Q

Callus softener products are applied …..

A

directly to the callus

22
Q

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

A

MNT

23
Q

Treatments that require multiple appointments are referred to as ……

A

a series

24
Q

Appointments to ensure lower calluses should be scheduled ……

A

weekly

25
Q

A typical callus reduction appointment includes a soak application, a reduction product application and treatment, ……..and dismissal.

A

a lotion application

26
Q

A client going through a callus reduction process will typically require about ……. visits

A

4-6

27
Q

The typical method for applying paraffin from the bath is to dip and re-dip the hands or feet ….. times into a larger paraffin bath.

A

3-4

28
Q

The massage performed during a pedicure service is predominantly …….

A

effeurage

29
Q

Reflexology is a unique method of applying pressure with the thumb and index finger to the hands and feet and demonstrates …..

A

health benefits

30
Q

Hot stones are used in pedicures to provide a deep, penetrating, and comforting heat that enhances relaxation and ……

A

circulation

31
Q

Salons must always use an EPA-registered hospital disinfectant that is labeled a broad spectrum ……, virucide, and fungicide

A

bactericide

32
Q

Ergonomics in pedicuring focuses on….

A

the technician’s body positioning

32
Q

Generally, when performing a foot massage, the foot should be gently grasped …..

A

just above the ankle

33
Q

When performing a pedicure, a ….. is used to gently remove and loose dead tissue

A

wooden pusher

34
Q

Curettes must always be used with the bowl of the curette …. the skin

A

toward the skin

35
Q

Nail technicians can ……

A

cannot cut or trim calluses

36
Q

….. is a traditional release in massage.

A

Feathering

37
Q

After a pedicure, what is the first step prior to applying the base coat?

A

applying toe separator

38
Q

What is the purpose of a callus?

A

To protect the underlying skin from irritation

39
Q

When using a curette to remove loose debris from the nail plate, it is recommended that you use a ….. motion

A

scooping

40
Q

The ….. toenail is usually the most challenging to trim

A

big

41
Q

Massaging the leg is not recommended for clients with severe hypertension or circulatory problems because it …..

A

increases circulation

41
Q

The basic pedicure includes a foot massage and not a leg massage due to time constraints and the fact that it is considered to be ……

A

a special service addition

42
Q

Foot care mask ingredients are used to cleanse, exfoliate, tighten, tone, hydrate, and …….. the skin

A

nourish

43
Q

When performing a pedicure, it is recommended that you ….. as you work.

A

keep your body relaxed and unstrained

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