Multiple Choice Identify the
choice that best completes the statement or answers the question.
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Pedicures were rarely performed until when?
a. | 1960s | b. | 1970s | c. | 1980s | d. | 1990s |
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When was the resurgence of the spa industry?
a. | 1960s | b. | 1970s | c. | 1980s | d. | 1990s |
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Which of the following has a whirlpool option, which is very luxurious for
clients?
a. | Foot mitt | b. | A paraffin treatment | c. | Pedicure
footbath | d. | Pedicure footrest |
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Which of the following has an electric option, to add a special touch to
pedicures?
a. | Foot mitt | b. | Pedicure cart | c. | Pedicure
footbath | d. | Pedicure footrest |
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You can use ____________________ in an upscale service included in the massage
of the feet and legs.
a. | a paraffin treatment | b. | hot stones | c. | a pedicure
footbath | d. | terry cloth mitts |
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You can use ___________________ after a penetrating conditioning product.
a. | a paraffin treatment | b. | hot stones | c. | a pedicure
footbath | d. | terry cloth mitts |
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A __________ is a concentrated treatment product often composed of mineral clay,
moisturizing agents, skin softeners, aromatherapy oils, botanical extracts, and so on.
a. | paraffin treatment | b. | mask | c. | soak | d. | lotion |
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Which of the following would you NOT find at a pedicure station?
a. | Comfortable chair for client | b. | Ergonomic chair for nail
tech | c. | Finger bowl | d. | Footbath |
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What material is usually NOT used for basin soak baths?
a. | Plastic | b. | Glass | c. | Stainless
steel | d. | Ceramic |
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How often should basin soak baths be cleaned?
a. | After each client's service | b. | After each day of service | c. | After each week of
service | d. | After each day of service, or sooner if the client who used it last had medical
issues |
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When using inserts in footbaths, how often should the insert be changed?
a. | After each client's service | b. | After each day of service | c. | After each week of
service | d. | After each day of service, or sooner if the client who used it last had medical
issues |
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12.
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Curettes require gentle and careful maneuvers to prevent damage to all of the
following EXCEPT?
a. | The nail tip | b. | The hyponychium | c. | The
eponychium | d. | The nail folds |
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Pedicure __________________ must be used carefully to prevent trapping the skin
of the toe in the jaws.
a. | toenail clippers | b. | toenail nippers | c. | curettes | d. | nail rasps |
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Pedicure ___________________ are specifically designed for shortening
toenails.
a. | toenail clippers | b. | toenail nippers | c. | curettes | d. | nail rasps |
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_______________are/is a metal file used in a specific fashion.
a. | Toenail clippers | b. | Toenail nippers | c. | A
curette | d. | A nail rasp |
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The use of _________________ in the spa is banned in several states.
a. | toenail clippers | b. | toenail nippers | c. | curettes | d. | nail rasps |
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A __________________ is designed to reduce and smooth thicker foot
calluses.
a. | foot file | b. | toe separator | c. | nail
file | d. | nail rasp |
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A ___________________ comes in many designs, from a foam rubber one-piece unit
to a rope type that is woven.
a. | foot file | b. | toe separator | c. | nail
file | d. | nail rasp |
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Celeste, a nail tech, is speaking to Kim, another nail tech, about her dry skin.
What might Kim ask Celeste if she is using that could help prevent dry skin?
a. | Hand cream | b. | Gloves | c. | Terry cloth towels
to dry her hands | d. | Ointment |
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Emma is a new pedicure client and doesn't know how she is going to leave
the appointment without smudging her newly applied toenail polish. What should the nail tech give
Emma?
a. | Fabric booties | b. | Plastic booties | c. | Pedicure
slippers | d. | Inexpensive flip-flops |
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Metal versions of this may be illegal in your state; they must be cleaned well
and disinfected after each use and before reuse.
a. | Foot file | b. | Curette | c. | Nail
file | d. | Nail rasp |
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For toenails, which grit is best to use in general?
a. | Coarse grit | b. | Medium grit | c. | Fine
grit | d. | Buffer only |
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For toenails, which grit should you use to seal the edges?
a. | Coarse grit | b. | Medium grit | c. | Fine
grit | d. | Buffer only |
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How might you help a client soften the skin of his or her feet?
a. | Give the client a foot soak. | b. | Give the client a mask. | c. | Put on a foot
lotion. | d. | Give the client an exfoliating scrub. |
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How might you help a client remove dry and flaky skin from the feet?
a. | Give the client a foot soak. | b. | Give the client a mask. | c. | Put on a foot
lotion. | d. | Give the client an exfoliating scrub. |
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Choose the best option for softening and smoothing thickened calluses.
a. | Callus softener | b. | Foot mask | c. | Foot
lotion | d. | Exfoliating scrub |
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27.
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Which of the following involves a gritty lotion?
a. | Foot soak | b. | Mask | c. | Callus
softener | d. | Exfoliating scrub |
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Which of the following allows for slip during a massage service?
a. | Foot soak | b. | Mask | c. | Foot
lotion | d. | Exfoliating scrub |
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Which of the following sets the stage for the rest of the pedicure?
a. | Foot soak | b. | Mask | c. | Foot
lotion | d. | Exfoliating scrub |
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30.
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What is the potential problem of a callus shaver blade?
a. | It can cause infection. | b. | It is difficult to clean. | c. | It can cause a
stress area. | d. | It is fragile and breaks easily. |
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31.
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Some callus softeners are _______________ and potentially hazardous.
a. | acidic | b. | alkaline | c. | pH
neutral | d. | chemicals |
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32.
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When scheduling a pedicure, advise your client NOT to shave her legs for ____
hours prior to her appointment.
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33.
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How long does the basic pedicure take?
a. | 15–30 minutes | b. | 30–45 minutes | c. | 45 minutes–1
hour | d. | 1–1.5 hours |
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34.
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How long does a spa pedicure take?
a. | 15–30 minutes | b. | 30–45 minutes | c. | 45 minutes–1
hour | d. | 1–1.5 hours |
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What should you be doing during the last 10 minutes of your pedicure?
a. | Giving the client a massage | b. | Checking out the client and scheduling the next
appointment | c. | Disinfecting the pedicure basin or bowl | d. | Putting lotion on
the client |
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36.
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Invisible shaving scrapes are known as what?
a. | Staphylococcus aureus | b. | Microtrauma | c. | Catalyst | d. | Chipping |
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A string of related appointments is known as what?
a. | Stand alone | b. | Service set | c. | Scope of
practice | d. | Series |
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38.
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What can be used as a menu expander?
a. | Shorter services | b. | Longer services | c. | Waxing | d. | Expanded specialty
pedicures |
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If a client forgets to wear open-toed shoes, what should a nail tech
provide?
a. | Fabric booties | b. | Plastic booties | c. | Pedicure
slippers | d. | Inexpensive flip-flops |
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40.
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What is NOT included in a basic pedicure?
a. | Leg massage | b. | Polish | c. | Nail
filing | d. | Callus softening or foot filing |
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If a client's feet are in bad shape, when should you recommend he or she
comes back?
a. | Within a week | b. | 1–2 weeks | c. | 2–3
weeks | d. | 3–4 weeks |
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How many treatments might a client with scaly feet need?
a. | 1–2 weekly treatments | b. | 2–4 weekly treatments | c. | 3–6 weekly
treatments | d. | 4–8 weekly treatments |
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What would be an idea for a spa or salon to do to increase business?
a. | Increase staff. | b. | Charge more for a pedicure with a
manicure. | c. | Sell special themed pedicures for holidays. | d. | Decrease their
hours. |
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How could a salon or spa get clients to come for services for a year?
a. | Require that clients pay for all yearly services up front. | b. | Sell clients 12
services at a discount. | c. | Offer high-interest
financing. | d. | Sell clients couples packages so they need to come with a
friend. |
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What is considered to be the MOST enjoyed feature of any nail service?
a. | Massage | b. | New nail color | c. | Time away from
responsibilities | d. | Healthier looking toes and feet |
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When would you add a "specialty" aspect of a pedicure?
a. | You can add a "specialty" aspect of a pedicure after the polishing and
before massage. | b. | You can add a "specialty" aspect of a pedicure after the massage and before
polishing. | c. | You can add a "specialty" aspect of a pedicure after the clipping and
before polishing. | d. | You can add a "specialty" aspect of a
pedicure after the clipping and before massage. |
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________________ is a unique method of applying pressure to specific points on
the hands or feet with the thumb and index fingers that promotes health benefits to specific parts of
the body.
a. | A pedicure | b. | Microtrauma | c. | A
massage | d. | Reflexology |
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48.
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__________________ employs many principles of acupressure and
acupuncture.
a. | A pedicure | b. | Microtrauma | c. | A
massage | d. | Reflexology |
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Reflexology is based on the principle that areas in the feet and hands
correspond to all of the following EXCEPT:
a. | organs. | b. | nails. | c. | glands. | d. | parts of the
body. |
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The MOST enjoyable _____________ is rhythmic.
a. | pedicure | b. | microtrauma | c. | massage | d. | reflexology |
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It is thought that ________________ can initiate positive energy and increase
blood flow.
a. | a pedicure | b. | microtrauma | c. | a
massage | d. | reflexology |
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How should you hold a client's foot when performing a massage?
a. | With a soft grip | b. | With a firm grip | c. | Not holding the foot
but resting it on a platform or your lap | d. | Gently |
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When performing a massage, be aware of all of the following EXCEPT:
a. | your client's health. | b. | how ticklish the client is. | c. | precautionary
requirements. | d. | offering a relaxing massage. |
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A massage performed during a manicure or pedicure is purely for what
purpose?
a. | Relaxation | b. | Health benefits | c. | To rub in lotion or
cream | d. | To personalize a pedicure |
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_____________ is considered a science by many nail technicians.
a. | A pedicure | b. | Microtrauma | c. | A
massage | d. | Reflexology |
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Which of the following can cause a ticklish sensation?
a. | A light, loose grip | b. | A gentle, firm grip | c. | A tight, firm
grip | d. | A quick, pinching grip |
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If your client has this special consideration, do NOT manipulate the joints
during the massage portion of the service.
a. | Involuntary movement | b. | Limited mobility | c. | Painful
joints | d. | Altered vision |
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If your client has this special consideration, give room for any assistance that
the other person may need to provide.
a. | A caregiver | b. | Lowered immunity | c. | Painful
joints | d. | Altered vision |
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If your client has this special consideration, make sure to follow strict
infections control practices.
a. | A caregiver | b. | Lowered immunity | c. | Painful
joints | d. | Altered vision |
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When dealing with a client with health considerations, what should you use to
gently remove nonliving tissue from the nail plate?
a. | Nail nippers | b. | Nail clippers | c. | Curette | d. | Buffer |
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Josie is an instructor and is discussing safety procedures for clients with
special considerations. She says to be mindful when performing this service of clients who are
sensitive to heat due to a loss of sensation in the extremities.
a. | Pedicure | b. | Paraffin | c. | Massage | d. | Reflexology |
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When performing a massage on clients with special consideration, which of the
following best describes which part or parts should NOT be bent?
a. | Knees | b. | Ankles | c. | Toes | d. | Knees, ankles, or
toes |
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When performing a massage, where should you begin to apply lotion?
a. | Only to the feet | b. | Just below the ankle | c. | Just below the
knee | d. | Wherever the client asks |
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64.
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When clipping the nails of a client who has special considerations, what should
you do?
a. | Look between the toes | b. | Look at the texture of the
nails | c. | Look at the color of the nails | d. | Look under the
nails |
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When giving a pedicure to this client with special considerations, be sure to
check for signs of infections between the toes.
a. | Involuntary movement | b. | Limited mobility | c. | Painful
joints | d. | Altered vision |
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66.
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There are several reasons a small nick could be a problem for a client with
health considerations. Which of the following is NOT one of them?
a. | Some clients have thinner skin. | b. | Some clients have difficulty
clotting. | c. | Some clients have arthritis. | d. | Some clients have lowered immune
systems. |
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A disinfectant should claim all of the following EXCEPT what?
a. | Pesticide | b. | Bactericide | c. | Viricidal | d. | Fungicide |
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What should be included in the record of each disinfecting procedure?
a. | The date and state | b. | The time and date | c. | The time and
state | d. | The person who performed the cleaning |
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69.
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What is NOT a likely cause of safety concerns for salon clients with regard to
pedicure baths?
a. | Improper cleaning | b. | Rushed cleaning | c. | Careless
cleaning | d. | Scheduled cleaning |
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70.
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Whose responsibility is it that proper disinfection procedures are
followed?
a. | The federal government | b. | The state | c. | The
county | d. | The salon |
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Which of the following issues has been highly discussed and publicized in the
media?
a. | Improper training of employees | b. | Too much control of the government over salon
practices | c. | Disinfection of pedicure baths | d. | Leniency on the part of salon owners in keeping
salons clean |
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What could be the problem with a pedicure bath that is NOT properly
cleaned?
a. | A footbath that is not properly cleaned can lead to safety concerns for nail
techs. | b. | A footbath that is not properly cleaned can lead to safety concerns for
clients. | c. | A footbath that is not properly cleaned can lower the credibility of a
salon. | d. | A footbath that is not properly cleaned can lead to
lawsuits. |
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73.
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Salons must always use a(n) _______-registered hospital disinfectant.
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74.
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Where should you go to get more information concerning disinfection and other
important topics in the nail industry?
a. | http://www.probeauty.org/NMC | b. | https://www.usda.gov | c. | www.fda.gov/home | d. | https://www.epa.gov |
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Who informs salons about regulations concerning the required disinfection
protocol for foot spas?
a. | The federal government | b. | The state | c. | The
county | d. | The salon |
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