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56 Cards in this Set
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What statement about phenolic disinfectants is true |
They're a form of formaldehyde |
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What 3 qualities must disinfectants used in salons spas and medical facilities have |
Bactericidal, virucidal, fungicidal |
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What's a characteristic of an ideal disinfectant |
Includes strips for checking effectiveness |
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What should you NOT do when using disinfectants |
Place them in unmarked containers |
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What SHOULD you do when using disinfectants |
Follow instructions on label for diluting it |
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What should you do next after stopping the service when a client is accidentally cut and starts to bleed |
Put on gloves |
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What are the two new cells created through binary fission called? |
Daughter cells |
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When should you wash your hands? |
Before and after a service |
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What type of bacteria causes abscesses, pustules, and boils? |
Staphylococci |
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What is the most common type of bacteria |
Bacilli |
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How long should you flush a clients eyes with water if a product gets into them |
15 minutes |
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What is the most common way that communicable diseases spread |
Dirty hands |
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What form of decontamination is NOT recommended for use in salons and spas? |
Dry heat sterilization |
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What should you do to help keep the workplace healthy and looking it's best |
Clean fans and humidifiers at least once a week |
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What term refers to an abnormal condition of all or parts of the body that makes the body incapable of carrying on normal function? |
Disease |
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What strength bleach solution can be used for disinfecting implements that have come into contact with blood |
10% |
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What is NOT an issue addressed by OSHA standards |
Gender equality in the workplace |
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What is a type of fungus that affects plants or grows on inanimate objects, but does NOT cause human infections in the salon |
Mildew |
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What type of burn affects all layers of the skin and causes blistering, swelling, and scarring |
3rd degree |
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What is a sign that a client has human papilloma virus (HPV) or plantar warts? |
Clusters of small black dots on the bottom of the foot |
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T/F mascara wands and makeup applicators can safely be cleaned, disinfected and reused |
F |
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T/F it is safe to use any amount or strength of bleach with all metal and plastic implements |
F |
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T/F Bacteria can exist almost anywhere |
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T/F Spores can be harmed by disinfectants and temperature extremes during the inactive stage |
F |
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T/F Not having material safety data sheets (MSDSs) available poses a health risk to anyone exposed to hazardous materials and violates federal and state regulations |
T |
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T/F when washing your hands, the process for brushing both hands should take about 15 seconds to finish |
F |
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T/F all work surfaces must be cleaned and disinfected before beginning any client service |
T |
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T/F viruses can replicate without the presence or host cells |
F |
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T/F a statute is a law |
T |
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T/F bloodborne pathogens are more difficult to kill than germs that live outside the body |
T |
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T/F current emergency contact information should be posted clearly by each telephone in the salon |
T |
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T/F when washing your hands , the water should be as hot as you can tolerate |
F |
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T/F some people that carry MRSA bacteria are not aware of their infection but can infect others |
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T/F surfaces can be cleaned and disinfected at the same time |
F |
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T/F multiple quats contain sophisticated blends of quats that work together to dramatically increase the effectiveness of these disinfectants |
T |
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T/F soap is most easily rinsed off in warm waer |
T |
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T/F all disinfectant products are in concentrate form and must be mixed with water before using |
F |
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T/F disinfectants used in the salon should carry an EPA registration number and identify the specific organisms they are effective in killing |
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T/F any disinfected item that has been touched or exposed to air is considered contaminated |
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T/F state rules require that all multiuse tools and implements be cleansed and disinfected before and after every service unless they are being used on the same person |
F |
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T/F certain additives and powders can be used in place of cleaning and disinfecting whirlpool foot baths |
F |
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T/F bacterial cells manufacture their own food through what they absorb from the surrounding environment |
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T/F multiuse items cannot be cleansed disinfected and reused if they are exposed to blood or bodily fluid |
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T/F properly washing your hands is one of the most important actions you can take to prevent spreading germs from person to another |
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T/F the environmental protection agency (EPA) is a state regulatory agency |
F |
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Germicides formulated for use on skin... |
Antiseptics |
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Medical term for athletes foot... |
Tinea pedis |
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Short rod-shaped bacteria... |
Bacilli |
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One form of this is passing body fluids through kissing.... |
Direct transmission |
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These work to break down stubborn films and remove the residue of products such as scrubs, salts, and masks.... |
Chelating soaps |
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Round-shaped bacteria that appear singly or in groups... |
Cocci |
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One form of this is touching a contaminated countertop... |
Indirect transmission |
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Determination of the nature of a disease from its symptoms and/or testing .... |
Diagnosis |
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Medical term for barbers itch ..... |
Tinea barbae |
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Corkscrew shaped bacteria..... |
Spirilla |
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Corkscrew shaped bacteria..... |
Spirilla |
