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When performing a pedicure, you should grasp the foot between your thumb and fingers at the:
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mid-tarsal area
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What are the basic steps to properly disinfect a foot spa after each pedicure service?
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drain and remove water and contaminants, clean surface, disinfect with approved disinfectant, rinse, and dry
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The weekly maintenance procedure for a pipe-less foot spa requires the disinfectant solution to remain in the foot spa:
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overnight
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Which massage technique is used most with a pedicure?
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effleurage
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Which of the following should never be placed in the foot bath with the client's feet?
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disinfectant
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The chair a cosmetologist uses when performing a pedicure must be:
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comfortable
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Electric foot mitts provide:
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a great deal of client relaxation
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Exfoliating scrubs help:
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reduce calluses
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In order to be on time, you must be polishing ____ after beginning a one hour pedicure.
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45-50 minutes
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Reflexology practitioners believe that pressing certain reflex points on the feet:
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transmit positive energy
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A Paraffin bath:
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stimulates circulation
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Repeated exposure to pedicure water can cause:
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cracking on the hands
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If a clients 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:
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tell the client you will do your best but that an additional appointment will be necessary
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Scaly feet commonly require ____ treatment in the salon.
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weekly
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massage given during manicures and pedicures focuses on:
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relaxation
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Which implement is commonly known as a paddle?
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foot file
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Which of these is a metal implement with a grooved edge used for filing and smoothing the edges of the nail plate?
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nail rasp
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A ____ is a small scoop-shaped implement used for more efficient removal of debris from the nail folds, eponychium, and hyponychium areas.
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curette
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The best type of ____ have jaws that are straight and come to a point.
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toenail clippers
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Which implement is used to trim tags of dead skin?
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nippers
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How long are masks typically left on the clients skin
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5 to 10 minutes
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If a client drifts off during a pedicure it is reommended that you:
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leave her alone and let her enjoy the service
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Clients should be warned not to shave their legs __ before a pedicure.
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48 hours
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Some improvements in the feet required more than one appointment in services referred to as a:
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series
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Who bears the responsibility for ensuring that proper disinfection of the pedicure bath occurs?
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both the salon and the technician
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