A new client with Skin Type II has never been able to tan outdoors without sunburning. What should you do?

For a client with Skin Type II, which typically indicates a person who burns easily and has difficulty tanning without burning, the most prudent approach is to set conservative initial exposure times and evaluate them before increasing. This strategy acknowledges the client's sensitivity to UV radiation and aims to minimize the risk of sunburn, which can be both painful and damaging to the skin.

By starting with short exposure durations, the client can gradually build their tolerance to tanning without overwhelming their skin. Regular evaluations after each session will allow both the client and the technician to monitor any adverse reactions, such as redness or discomfort. Should the client tolerate the initial exposure well, times can be safely extended over subsequent tanning sessions.

The other choices suggest either increased exposure without proper assessment, recommending sunscreen which, while beneficial for UV protection, does not directly address the client's need to build a tanning tolerance, or advising complete avoidance of tanning which may not align with the client's goals if they desire to tan safely. Therefore, the approach of conservative initial exposure followed by careful monitoring is the most responsible and effective method for clients in this situation.