Which factors are important to assess during a client consultation for nail services?

• A. Medical history
• B. All of the above
• C. Allergies and sensitivities
• D. Lifestyle

Answer: (B)

When consulting for nail services, you assess medical history, allergies and sensitivities, and lifestyle because all three impact safety and suitability of the treatment. Medical history helps you spot conditions or medications that could affect procedures, healing, or risk of infection (for example, diabetes, immune conditions, or anticoagulant use). Allergies and sensitivities guide product choice to prevent reactions to adhesives, acrylics, dyes, or other ingredients. Lifestyle information informs how feasible or durable a service will be—work patterns, hand exposure to water or chemicals, or habits like nail-biting can influence which techniques you choose and what aftercare you recommend. Taken together, these factors ensure you tailor the service safely and effectively to each client. Relying on only one aspect would miss other important safety and suitability concerns, so considering all three provides a comprehensive, client-centered approach.