Chemical Disinfectant Precautions Quiz & Flashcards

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Multiple quats are usually able to disinfect within?

10 minutes

What does the OSHA bloodborne pathogens standard require the use of when tools and multi-use supplies come into contact with blood or body fluids?

Approved EPA-registered hospital disinfectant

Virucidals are disinfectants used to kill?

Viruses

Removing dirt and debris to aid in preventing the growth of microbes is?

Cleaning Signup and view all the answers

Key product information, such as toxicology, first-aid, fire-fighting measures, and ecological information, is provided by the:

SDS Signup and view all the answers

To destroy or kill certain microbes on nonporous surfaces is referred to as:

Disinfection Signup and view all the answers

All of the following are precautions to take when using chemical disinfectant EXCEPT?

Mix disinfectants with other chemicals Signup and view all the answers

Tools and instruments used to puncture or invade the skin must be sterilized or designed to be:

Disposable Signup and view all the answers

What is the proper procedure for dealing with tools and multi-use supplies that have NOT come in contact with blood and body fluids?

Use an approved EPA-registered disinfectant Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following steps should a cosmetologist perform immediately prior to service?

Wash hands with warm water and soap Signup and view all the answers

If the skin is not broken following a heat or electrical burn, which of the rolling actions is recommended to treat the burn area?

Immerse in cool water Signup and view all the answers

What should you do with a porous item such as neck-strap, sponge, or emery board once it has been used on a client?

Discard it Signup and view all the answers

Infection control is divided into the following categories:

Cleaning, Disinfection, Sterilization Signup and view all the answers

When performing first-aid for bleeding wounds, what is the next step after bleeding stops?

Apply bandage Signup and view all the answers

Why is it important to add disinfectant to water when diluting a concentrate?

Prevent foaming Signup and view all the answers

How often should the solution in disinfectant container be changed?

As directed by manufacturer Signup and view all the answers

Which level of infection control requires the use of products with efficacy labels that state they are appropriate for floors, countertops, sinks, toilets, towels and/or linens?

Cleaning Signup and view all the answers

Who is responsible for the distribution of Safety Data Sheets?

Manufacturer Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT a method used to ventilate the salon for a healthy environment?

Maintain an average room temperature of about 60 degrees Signup and view all the answers

Chemical products used to destroy most bacteria (except bacterial spores), fungi, and viruses on nonporous surfaces are called?

Disinfectant Signup and view all the answers

A point to remember about cleaning is:

Cleaning requires a mechanical process that causes microbes to loosen for removal Signup and view all the answers

Cleaning is the first level of?

Infection Control Signup and view all the answers

What information is assigned to a product, along with the approval of the efficacy claims on the label to ensure the product is safe and effective?

EPA registration number Signup and view all the answers

Infectious micro-organisms in human blood that can cause disease in humans are called:

Bloodborne Pathogens Signup and view all the answers

Metal tools and nonporous supplies used should be disinfected:

After each use Signup and view all the answers

The regulating agency under the U.S. Department of Labor that enforces safety and health standards in the workplace is:

OSHA Signup and view all the answers

Always store disinfectants in containers that are:

Labeled Signup and view all the answers

What do you do first when a blood-exposure incident occurs?

Stop the service Signup and view all the answers

Any tools or supplies that come in contact with the client during a service must be:

Discarded or Disinfected Signup and view all the answers

This informs the user about what the product is 'effective in fighting against':

Efficacy Label Signup and view all the answers

The use of this cannot take the place of hand washing:

Antiseptic Signup and view all the answers

The agency which approves the efficacy of products:

EPA Signup and view all the answers

An approved EPA-registered disinfectant is effective on what type of surface?

Nonporous Signup and view all the answers

A hair removal service that requires the use of sterilization procedures is called:

Electrolysis Signup and view all the answers

Destroying or killing ALL microbes is:

Sterilization Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Infection Control Concepts

Disinfection Timing: Multiple quats typically disinfect within 10 minutes.
OSHA Requirement: OSHA bloodborne pathogens standard mandates the use of EPA-registered hospital disinfectants for tools and multi-use supplies contaminated with blood or body fluids.
Viral Disinfection: Virucidals are specialized disinfectants designed to kill viruses.
Cleaning Definition: Cleaning involves removing dirt and debris to hinder microbial growth.

Product Information and Safety

Safety Data Sheets (SDS): Provide critical information on product toxicity, first aid measures, fire-fighting techniques, and ecological data.
Disinfection Definition: The process of eliminating or destroying specific microbes on nonporous surfaces.
Disinfectant Precautions: It is recommended to use hands and remove objects from the disinfectant, excluding them as precautions for chemical disinfectants.

Tool and Instrument Management

Disposable Tools: Instruments that puncture or invade the skin must be sterilized or specifically designed as disposable.
Non-Contaminated Tools Protocol: Use an approved EPA-registered disinfectant for tools not exposed to blood or body fluids.

General Hygiene Practices

Pre-Service Hygiene: Cosmetologists should wash hands with warm water and soap before commencing any service.
Burn Treatment: For unbroken skin following burns, immersing the area in cool water is recommended.
Porous Item Disposal: Used porous items like sponges or neck-straps should be discarded post-client use.

Levels of Infection Control

Infection Control Categories: Infection control is segmented into cleaning, disinfection, and sterilization.
First Aid for Wounds: After controlling bleeding from wounds, applying a bandage is the subsequent step.
Disinfectant Dilution: To prevent foaming, disinfectant should always be added to water when diluting.

Disinfectant Management

Solution Changes: Disinfectants should be changed as directed by the manufacturer for efficacy.
Cleaning Products Efficacy: Cleaning products that claim effectiveness on floors, countertops, or linens are integral for infection control.
EPA Registration Number: Assigned to products to validate safety and effectiveness based on efficacy claims on labels.

Regulatory and Storage Practices

Bloodborne Pathogens Definition: Pathogenic microorganisms found in human blood that pose health risks to humans.
Metal Tools Disinfection: Disinfect metal tools and nonporous supplies after each use.
OSHA Overview: The Occupational Safety and Health Administration is responsible for enforcing workplace health and safety standards.

Disinfectant Storage and Incident Procedures

Proper Storage: Disinfectants must be stored in labeled containers.
Incident Response: Immediate action to stop the service is crucial in the event of a blood-exposure incident.
Post-Service Tool Handling: Tools used during client interaction must either be discarded or disinfected.

Product and Surface Information

Efficacy Label: This label indicates what a product effectively combats.
Hand Sanitizers: While antiseptics can be used, they do not replace the need for proper handwashing.
EPA Role: The Environmental Protection Agency is responsible for the approval of disinfectant product efficacy.
Surface Types: Approved EPA-registered disinfectants are effective exclusively on nonporous surfaces.

Specialized Procedures

Electrolysis Requirement: Hair removal via electrolysis necessitates adherence to sterilization procedures.
Sterilization Definition: The total destruction of all microbes, ensuring maximum safety in infection control practices.

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