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

Performance should include

- maintenance and disinfection of manicure equipment and tools
- pre-, in-, and post-service steps for manicures
- recognition of contraindications.

Process/Skill Questions:

- What is the importance of analyzing the client's hands before giving a manicure?
- 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?
- Why should one keep a record card for each client?
- What is the purpose of massaging the hands?