L2 Pedicure RevisionOnline version L2 Beauty Pedicure. Please allow 34 minutes for this revision test. by Gulnaz Rafiq 1 What can severe psoriasis cause? a Thickening of the nail plate with the surface becoming rough b Thinning of the nail plate with the surface becoming smooth c Bending of the nail plate d Splitting of the nail plate 2 Which of the following is contagious and therefore contraindicated to manicure/pedicure? a Warts b Onychauxis c Koilonychia d Chilblains 3 Which of the following is a possible cause of eczema? a Fungal infection b Stress and/or allergies c Over-production of sebum d Bacterial infection 4 Why is a verucca contraindicated to pedicure? a Because it is a viral infection b Because it is a bacterial infection c Because it is an infestation d Because it is a fungal infection 5 Which of the following conditions/disorders may restrict a pedicure treatment? a Severe nail separation b Damaged nails c Parasitic infection to the nails d Viral infection to the nails 6 Which of the following describes a corn? a They are a viral infection which appear as raised patches and are sometimes discoloured and rough b They are characterised by small red patches covered in silvery scales c They have a central core and are surrounded by thick skin which thickens further when rubbed, putting painful pressure on nerve endings d They are a bacterial infection which becomes swollen, red and inflamed usually caused by broken skin, rough treatment or injury to the cuticle 7 Which of the following conditions/disorders may restrict a pedicure treatment? a Infected ingrowing toe nails b Dermatitis c Bunions d Fungal infection 8 What precautions would you take when a client presents with a varicose vein on the lower leg? a Avoid buffing b Avoid exfoliating the foot c Avoid massaging the foot and lower leg d Avoid soaking the foot and ankle 9 Which of the following is correct when referring a client to a general practioner? a Always refer with a diagnosis b Tell the client what your suspected diagnosis is c Never diagnose d Diagnose if you think it is appropriate 10 What is the colour of normal, healthy nails? a White b Yellow c Blue d Pink 11 What are the characteristics of dry nails? a Good flexibility b Smooth surface c Dull appearance d Moist cuticles 12 How would you recognise an oily skin? a Dryness, dull appearance b Fine texture with a tendency towards broken capillaries c Orange peel texture, thin/transparent d Open pores, sallow appearance 13 Which of the following products/services would not normally be used for a male client? a Exfoliating cream b Buffing paste c Foot and lower leg massage d Top coat 14 When should hard skin removal take place? a Before filing the nails and soaking the feet b Before filing the nails and starting the cuticle work c After filing the nails and before soaking the feet d After filing the nails and soaking the feet 15 Which of the following is true with regard to French polish? a It strengthens the nails b It can make short nails look shorter and fatter c It can make short nails look slimmer and longer d It helps to nourish the nails 16 What is the main benefit of passive massage movements to the lower leg and foot? a To increase nail growth b To spread the massage medium over the area c To enable the client to get used to the touch of the therapist d To increase mobility in the joints 17 When performing filing, how would you avoid causing ingrowing toenails? a By filing the nails straight across b By filing the nails into an oval shape c By filing the nails with a metal file d By filing the nails into a square shape 18 What is the purpose of a foot mask during a pedicure treatment? a To increase treatment cost b To improve the appearance of the nails c To increase treatment time d To improve the skin's condition 19 What is the effect of oleic acid when used in cuticle remover? a To provide an alkaline effect b To counteract any drying effect c To make the product into a milky lotion d To make the product more flexible 20 Of what benefit is the effleurage movement during foot and lower leg massage? a It decreases circulation of nutrients b It slows desquamation of the skin c It improves lymphatic circulation d It has a tightening and toning effect on the muscles 21 The main effect of tapotement is: a Soothing b Relaxing c Stimulating d Calming 22 The main effect of effleurage is: a Irritating b Soothing c Stimulating d Invigorating 23 Which of the following is correct? a Massage brings nutrients to the nails b Massage reduces ridges on the nails c Massage increases discolouration of the nails d Massage slows down nail cell formation 24 What is the advantage of using a light massage lotion? a It is absorbed faster than massage creams b It is better for oily skin c It allows a more firm massage to be given d It is better for dry skin 25 A massage medium should be: a Light and sticky b Heavy and non-sticky c Light and non-sticky d Heavy and sticky 26 What is the purpose of base coat? a To protect enamel from chipping b To add a high gloss to cream enamel c To prevent pigments from staining the nail plate d To reduce oil in the nail plate 27 What is the function of top coat? a To prevent staining of the nail b To protect the enamel from chipping c To fill in ridges d To prevent the nail from breaking 28 What contra-action might occur during the pedicure service? a There may be some hard skin left on the heels b The massage medium may not have been removed correctly c The client might have an allergic reaction to one of the products d The client might not like the shape of the nails 29 What is a contra-action? a A positive reaction to the treatment b An incorrect treatment c The action to be taken if the client gives you a negative feedback d An adverse or negative reaction to the treatment
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