Pedicure Techniques & Foot Care Flashcards
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When performing a pedicure on a client with onychomycosis (nail fungus), what is the most appropriate course of action?
Answer: Refer the client to a physician and decline the service
Onychomycosis is a medical condition that requires physician treatment; performing a pedicure risks spreading infection and is outside the scope of a nail technician.
Which type of foot file is most appropriate for removing thick calluses on a client's heel?
Answer: Coarse-grit paddle file or foot rasp
A coarse-grit paddle file or foot rasp is designed to abrade thick, hyperkeratotic skin efficiently without excessive pressure.
What is the correct direction for filing a client's toenails to prevent ingrown nails?
Answer: Straight across with slightly smoothed corners
Toenails should be filed straight across with corners lightly smoothed to discourage the nail plate from embedding into the lateral nail fold.
A client reports a burning sensation immediately after paraffin wax is applied to their feet. What should the technician do first?
Answer: Remove the paraffin immediately and assess the skin
Immediate removal of paraffin and skin assessment are required to determine whether a burn has occurred and to prevent further tissue damage.
Which anatomical landmark separates the forefoot from the midfoot?
Answer: The Lisfranc (tarsometatarsal) joint line
The Lisfranc joint complex is the articulation between the tarsal bones and the metatarsals, marking the boundary between the midfoot and forefoot.
What is the primary purpose of applying cuticle oil at the conclusion of a pedicure service?
Answer: To rehydrate the nail fold and surrounding skin after water exposure
Cuticle oil replenishes moisture lost during soaking and filing, keeping the proximal nail fold and eponychium supple and healthy.
Which condition is characterized by an inward rotation of the foot and ankle during walking and is a common finding noted during a CMP foot assessment?
Answer: Overpronation
Overpronation (excessive inward rolling) places abnormal stress on the arch, heel, and ankle, and is a key biomechanical finding during foot assessments.