If a client's skin is cut during a pedicure, what is the first step the practitioner should take?

When a client's skin is cut during a pedicure, the first step the practitioner should take is to stop the service. This is essential for several reasons.

First and foremost, stopping the service ensures the immediate safety of the client. Continuing the pedicure could potentially worsen the injury or introduce bacteria into the open cut, leading to infection or further complications. It also allows the practitioner to address the cut properly without the distraction of continuing the procedure.

Once the service has been halted, the practitioner can then assess the situation, provide necessary first aid, and ensure the client's comfort. This initial action demonstrates professionalism and care for the client's well-being, establishing trust and accountability in the client-practitioner relationship. Only after the service has been stopped should further steps, such as applying antiseptic or notifying the client, be taken.