Ch 07 Pedicuring Equipment Quiz

It is extremely important to disinfect stones between clients so as to prevent the spread of fungi, viruses, or bacteria, such as _____.

MRSA

A pedicure station includes a comfortable chair that has a(n) _____ and footrest as well as a(n) _____ chair for the technician.

armrest, ergonomic

A pedicure _____ helps keep supplies organized and may have _____ for greater ease of mobility.

cart, wheels

____ pedicure units are a step above portable water baths and have a footbath and technician's stool built into one unit.

customized

Something found in pedicures and not typically in manicures is the use of _____.

hot stones

It is extremely important to disinfect between clients to prevent the transfer of _____, as even something as minor as an insect bite or invisible skin lesions from shaving the legs can be dangerous.

infection

An ergonomic pedicuring stool is usually _____ and may come with a built-in _____.

low, footrest

A(n) _____ is a concentrated treatment product that is sometimes put on the feet, which are then placed into _____.

mask, electric foot mitts

Hot stone pedicures are an upscale service that can be included in the _____ portion of the service and can enhance relaxation and stimulate circulation.

massage

_____ stones are porous and cannot be disinfected; therefore, the best choice for hot stone pedicures are _____ stones that can be disinfected.

natural, synthetic

_____ in pedicure services is typically scooped from a bag and then spread over the foot, which is then placed into a bag to promote moisture and _____ of the skin.

paraffin, hydration

A _____ is a fully plumbed whirlpool bath with an attached seat for the client.

pedicure chair

Basin footbaths can be made of different materials, such as _____, ceramic, or plastic.

stainless steel

An option for mitts that are both washable and reusable is _____.

terry cloth

The _____-type pedicure chair may feature built-in massaging features and seat warmers as well as self-cleaning and disinfection cycles in the footbath.

throne

Regardless of the type of footbath, the water that fills it should be _____.

warm

The _____ from the foot mitts helps the mask penetrate the skin and also helps aid in relaxation during the treatment.

warmth

Some pedicure footbaths are automatic _____ that also warm and massage the client's feet.

whirlpools