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

Performance should include

- examining the client's skin and feet for abrasions, disorders, and diseases
- sanitizing and disinfecting implements and the footbath
- pre-service
- in-service
- post-service.

Process/Skill Questions:

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