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Multiple quats are usually able to disinfect within?
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?
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?
Virucidals are disinfectants used to kill?
Viruses
Removing dirt and debris to aid in preventing the growth of microbes is?
Removing dirt and debris to aid in preventing the growth of microbes is?
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Key product information, such as toxicology, first-aid, fire-fighting measures, and ecological information, is provided by the:
Key product information, such as toxicology, first-aid, fire-fighting measures, and ecological information, is provided by the:
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To destroy or kill certain microbes on nonporous surfaces is referred to as:
To destroy or kill certain microbes on nonporous surfaces is referred to as:
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All of the following are precautions to take when using chemical disinfectant EXCEPT?
All of the following are precautions to take when using chemical disinfectant EXCEPT?
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Tools and instruments used to puncture or invade the skin must be sterilized or designed to be:
Tools and instruments used to puncture or invade the skin must be sterilized or designed to be:
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What is the proper procedure for dealing with tools and multi-use supplies that have NOT come in contact with blood and body fluids?
What is the proper procedure for dealing with tools and multi-use supplies that have NOT come in contact with blood and body fluids?
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Which of the following steps should a cosmetologist perform immediately prior to service?
Which of the following steps should a cosmetologist perform immediately prior to service?
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If the skin is not broken following a heat or electrical burn, which of the rolling actions is recommended to treat the burn area?
If the skin is not broken following a heat or electrical burn, which of the rolling actions is recommended to treat the burn area?
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What should you do with a porous item such as neck-strap, sponge, or emery board once it has been used on a client?
What should you do with a porous item such as neck-strap, sponge, or emery board once it has been used on a client?
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Infection control is divided into the following categories:
Infection control is divided into the following categories:
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When performing first-aid for bleeding wounds, what is the next step after bleeding stops?
When performing first-aid for bleeding wounds, what is the next step after bleeding stops?
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Why is it important to add disinfectant to water when diluting a concentrate?
Why is it important to add disinfectant to water when diluting a concentrate?
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How often should the solution in disinfectant container be changed?
How often should the solution in disinfectant container be changed?
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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?
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?
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Who is responsible for the distribution of Safety Data Sheets?
Who is responsible for the distribution of Safety Data Sheets?
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Which of the following is NOT a method used to ventilate the salon for a healthy environment?
Which of the following is NOT a method used to ventilate the salon for a healthy environment?
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Chemical products used to destroy most bacteria (except bacterial spores), fungi, and viruses on nonporous surfaces are called?
Chemical products used to destroy most bacteria (except bacterial spores), fungi, and viruses on nonporous surfaces are called?
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A point to remember about cleaning is:
A point to remember about cleaning is:
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Cleaning is the first level of?
Cleaning is the first level of?
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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?
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?
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Infectious micro-organisms in human blood that can cause disease in humans are called:
Infectious micro-organisms in human blood that can cause disease in humans are called:
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Metal tools and nonporous supplies used should be disinfected:
Metal tools and nonporous supplies used should be disinfected:
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The regulating agency under the U.S. Department of Labor that enforces safety and health standards in the workplace is:
The regulating agency under the U.S. Department of Labor that enforces safety and health standards in the workplace is:
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Always store disinfectants in containers that are:
Always store disinfectants in containers that are:
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What do you do first when a blood-exposure incident occurs?
What do you do first when a blood-exposure incident occurs?
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Any tools or supplies that come in contact with the client during a service must be:
Any tools or supplies that come in contact with the client during a service must be:
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This informs the user about what the product is 'effective in fighting against':
This informs the user about what the product is 'effective in fighting against':
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The use of this cannot take the place of hand washing:
The use of this cannot take the place of hand washing:
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The agency which approves the efficacy of products:
The agency which approves the efficacy of products:
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An approved EPA-registered disinfectant is effective on what type of surface?
An approved EPA-registered disinfectant is effective on what type of surface?
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A hair removal service that requires the use of sterilization procedures is called:
A hair removal service that requires the use of sterilization procedures is called:
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Destroying or killing ALL microbes is:
Destroying or killing ALL microbes is:
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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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Test your knowledge on infection control with these flashcards. Learn about disinfectants, their effectiveness, and the regulations surrounding the use of cleaning agents in healthcare settings. Ideal for students and professionals in medical fields.
