Questions and Answers
What does 'Universal Precautions' refer to?
How should contaminated supplies that come in contact with blood be disposed of?
In a closed container with a liner bag
What does a pediculicide shampoo kill?
Lice
What are spherical (round)-shaped bacterial cells known as?
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Rod-shaped bacterial cells are known as?
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What does complete immersion mean in the context of disinfection?
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What should you do after bleeding stops in first aid for wounds?
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Which organization approves the efficacy of products used for infection control?
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What laws encourage people to help others in emergency situations?
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What must a cosmetologist do immediately prior to a service?
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Before immersing tools, what must be done?
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What does Human Immunodeficiency Virus (HIV) cause the immune system to do?
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What should you do first when someone has fainted?
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If a tool is free from dirt, oil, and microbes, it has been?
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How often should towels be laundered?
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How often should the solution in disinfectant containers be changed?
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What infectious disease should personal service workers be inoculated against?
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What is another term that means the same as germ or bacteria?
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What must be done with any tools or supplies that come in contact with the client during a service?
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What are disease-causing bacteria or viruses that are carried through blood or body fluids known as?
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When is an approved EPA-registered hospital disinfectant required for use?
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What does a communicable disease refer to?
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If a victim appears to be having an allergic reaction, where can you locate information about product usage?
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Study Notes
Infection Control Practices
- Universal Precautions: Essential processes for disinfecting salon equipment to maintain hygiene and safety in beauty services.
- Contaminated Supplies: Must be discarded in a closed container lined with a bag to prevent exposure and contamination.
- Disinfection Requirements: All tools need thorough cleaning before immersion in disinfectants for effective sanitization.
Bacterial Types
- Cocci: Round-shaped bacterial cells that can appear singly or in clusters.
- Bacilli: Rod-shaped bacterial cells, significant in understanding bacterial morphology for infection control.
First Aid Procedures
- Bleeding Wounds: After bleeding stops, it's crucial to apply a bandage to protect the wound.
- Fainting Victims: Apply a cold compress as the first step to help the individual recover.
- Allergic Reactions: For expected reactions, refer to the Safety Data Sheet (SDS) to understand product usage and potential hazards.
Infection Risk and Prevention
- Bloodborne Pathogens: These are disease-causing organisms carried through blood or body fluids, highlighting the importance of proper sanitation practices.
- Good Samaritan Laws: Enacted by states to protect individuals who assist others in emergency situations.
OSHA and Infection Control Standards
- Disinfection Guidelines: Use an EPA-approved hospital disinfectant when tools have contact with blood or body fluids to prevent disease spread.
- Hepatitis B Virus: Personal service workers, such as those in healthcare and beauty professions, are recommended to be inoculated against this virus for safety.
Hygiene Practices
- Hand Washing: Essential practice for cosmetologists before providing any service; hands should be washed with warm water and soap.
- Laundering Towels: All towels should be laundered after every use to ensure hygiene.
- Disinfectant Solutions: The solutions in disinfectant containers should be changed as directed by the manufacturer for effective germicidal action.
General Knowledge
- Decontamination: A tool is considered decontaminated when it is free from dirt, oil, and microbes, making it safe for use.
- Microbe: Another term that refers to germs or bacteria, crucial in discussions about sanitation and infection control.
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Test your knowledge on microbiology, infection control measures, and first aid concepts with this comprehensive quiz. Each question covers essential terms and practices in maintaining safety and hygiene in various settings.
