Performance should include

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

Process/Skill Questions:

• What is the importance of analyzing the 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?