Guidelines to disinfecting a pedicure basin each day include all of the following actions except:

• A. Leave the disinfectant in the basin overnight
• B. Rinse the basin with clean water after disinfection
• C. Wipe surfaces with a clean towel after disinfection
• D. Empty and refill the basin with fresh water

Answer: (A)

The main concept here is maintaining a safe, clean pedicure basin by completing a proper disinfection cycle and then removing chemical residues before the next client.

Leaving the disinfectant in the basin overnight isn’t part of daily practice because disinfectants need a defined contact time to kill pathogens, and after that time the basin should be drained and rinsed to remove any chemical residue. Keeping the solution in the basin can leave harmful residue, potentially irritate skin, and may damage surfaces or equipment over time.

Rinsing the basin with clean water after disinfection helps wash away any leftover chemical, reducing the chance of exposure or irritation for the next client. Wiping surfaces with a clean towel after disinfection drys the area and removes moisture that can harbor microbes. Emptying and refilling the basin with fresh water ensures the next use starts with clean water, avoiding dilution or contamination from previously used water.

So, the step that isn’t part of daily guidelines is leaving the disinfectant in the basin overnight; the other steps—rinse, wipe, and refill with fresh water—are standard practice.