Title: Perform a pedicure.
Course: Cosmetology III (19101-III) > Section: Caring for Skin, Hands, and Feet

Performance should include

- maintenance and disinfection of pedicure equipment and tools
- pre- and post-service steps for pedicures
- recognition of contraindications.

Process/Skill Questions:

- What is the importance of analyzing client's feet before giving a pedicure?
- Why should one use disinfected implements on the client?
- Why is it necessary to know the medical history of a client (e.g., diabetes, blood clots, medicines)?
- Why should one ask if the client has high blood pressure?
- What is the danger of massaging the shin area?
- Why should one keep a record card for each client?