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Which of the following describes bacteria that can form protective coatings to survive harsh environments?
Which of the following describes bacteria that can form protective coatings to survive harsh environments?
- Bacterial Spores (correct)
- Bloodborne Pathogens
- Biofilms
- Cocci
What is the primary purpose of regulatory agencies?
What is the primary purpose of regulatory agencies?
- To train professionals
- To enforce safety standards (correct)
- To provide financial assistance
- To sell beauty products
Bactericidal products are capable of killing bacteria.
Bactericidal products are capable of killing bacteria.
True (A)
What is the process by which bacteria divide into two daughter cells?
What is the process by which bacteria divide into two daughter cells?
HIV is considered a risk in salon environments.
HIV is considered a risk in salon environments.
List the four types of microorganisms that are pertinent to cosmetology.
List the four types of microorganisms that are pertinent to cosmetology.
A disease that spreads from one person to another is termed a ______ disease.
A disease that spreads from one person to another is termed a ______ disease.
Standard Precautions are guidelines designed to protect both the ______ and the ______ from infections.
Standard Precautions are guidelines designed to protect both the ______ and the ______ from infections.
Match the following types of bacteria to their descriptions:
Match the following types of bacteria to their descriptions:
What is the main purpose of cleaning in cosmetology?
What is the main purpose of cleaning in cosmetology?
What is a contagious disease?
What is a contagious disease?
Disinfectants are approved by the EPA to destroy all bacteria, including spores.
Disinfectants are approved by the EPA to destroy all bacteria, including spores.
Match the following terms with their definitions:
Match the following terms with their definitions:
Define decontamination in the context of cosmetology.
Define decontamination in the context of cosmetology.
What is complete immersion in the context of disinfecting tools?
What is complete immersion in the context of disinfecting tools?
The bacteria that is round-shaped and can occur singly or in groups includes ______.
The bacteria that is round-shaped and can occur singly or in groups includes ______.
Which of the following is an example of an exposure incident?
Which of the following is an example of an exposure incident?
Which of the following terms refers to disease-causing microorganisms found in blood?
Which of the following terms refers to disease-causing microorganisms found in blood?
Which of the following diseases is NOT caused by bacteria?
Which of the following diseases is NOT caused by bacteria?
Fungal infections can include conditions like tinea pedis.
Fungal infections can include conditions like tinea pedis.
What is the primary purpose of sterilization in medical procedures?
What is the primary purpose of sterilization in medical procedures?
An example of a disinfectant used in salons is __________.
An example of a disinfectant used in salons is __________.
Match the following types of infections with their descriptions:
Match the following types of infections with their descriptions:
What type of organism is Methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus (MRSA)?
What type of organism is Methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus (MRSA)?
Natural immunity is harmful and typically inherited.
Natural immunity is harmful and typically inherited.
Define 'pathogenic'.
Define 'pathogenic'.
________ disinfectants are known for being powerful tuberculocidal and can damage skin and eyes.
________ disinfectants are known for being powerful tuberculocidal and can damage skin and eyes.
Match the following terms with their definitions:
Match the following terms with their definitions:
What does the term 'efficacy' refer to?
What does the term 'efficacy' refer to?
Fungi can only be classified as multi-cellular organisms.
Fungi can only be classified as multi-cellular organisms.
What is an exposure incident?
What is an exposure incident?
The virus that causes acquired immune deficiency syndrome is known as ____.
The virus that causes acquired immune deficiency syndrome is known as ____.
Match the following terms with their definitions:
Match the following terms with their definitions:
What is the role of hospital disinfectants?
What is the role of hospital disinfectants?
Indirect transmission involves direct contact between individuals.
Indirect transmission involves direct contact between individuals.
What does 'fungicidal' mean?
What does 'fungicidal' mean?
____ is a synonym for 'barber's itch'.
____ is a synonym for 'barber's itch'.
Human Papilloma Virus is primarily known for causing which of the following?
Human Papilloma Virus is primarily known for causing which of the following?
Study Notes
Microorganisms
- Bacteria are single-celled organisms with both plant and animal characteristics.
- Bacteria can produce a protective coating called spores, which allows them to survive in harsh environments.
- Cocci bacteria are round, single-cell organisms, which appear individually or in groups.
- Staphylococci appear in clusters, while streptococci appear in chains, and diplococci grow in pairs.
- Bacilli are rod-shaped bacteria.
- Spirilla bacteria are spiral-shaped bacteria, that cause syphilis and Lyme disease.
- Fungi are single-cell organisms like molds, mildews and yeasts.
- Fungi cause contagions like ringworm.
- Viruses are submicroscopic particles that infect cells, and can be destroyed using virucidal disinfectants.
- Fungal and bacterial infections are highly contagious; viruses can be spread by direct contact, and sometimes by airborne transmission.
Disease Transmission
- Communicable diseases are contagious and can be spread from person to person.
- Direct transmission occurs through touching, kissing, coughing, sneezing and talking.
- Indirect transmission occurs through contact with a contaminated object like a razor, extractor, nipper, or an environmental surface.
- Bloodborne pathogens are disease-causing microorganisms that can be transmitted through contact with blood or body fluids.
- Bloodborne pathogens, such as HIV (human immunodeficiency virus), Hepatitis B and Hepatitis C viruses, are a risk in salons because they can be transmitted through cuts, scratches, or contact with infected materials.
Practices and Procedures
- Cleaning refers to the mechanical removal of visible dirt, debris, and disease-causing germs.
- Disinfection involves the use of chemicals to destroy most harmful organisms on surfaces.
- Sterilization is a process that eliminates all microbial life, including spores.
- Cleaning, disinfection and sterilization vary, and are determined by the type of instrument.
- Standard precautions should be used to prevent the spread of infectious diseases.
- Standard precautions include wearing gloves when performing services, cleaning and disinfecting instruments, and properly discarding waste.
- OSHA (Occupational Safety and Health Administration) regulations require salon professionals to follow standard precautions and use disinfectants in accordance with their label, and to wash hands thoroughly after each service.
Exposure Incident
- An exposure incident is when an employee comes into contact with blood or body fluids, which includes cuts and needle-stick injuries.
- In the event of an exposure incident, the employer and the employee are mandated by law to report it to authorities.
- The employee must seek immediate medical attention and follow the established procedures for handling exposure incidents.
Additional Information
- The text provides useful information regarding specific pathogens, procedures, and diseases, highlighting the importance of knowledge for proper sanitation in salon settings.
- The text clarifies the crucial difference between cleaning, sanitizing, disinfection, and sterilization processes.
- The text stresses the importance of proper disposal and handling of waste materials, especially materials contaminated with blood and body fluids.
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Explore the fascinating world of microorganisms, including bacteria, fungi, and viruses. Learn about their structures, how they reproduce, and the diseases they can cause. This quiz delves into communicable diseases and their modes of transmission, ensuring a solid understanding of infection control.
