infection control

A microorganism, typically a bacteria, virus or fungus that can cause disease or infection

Germ

what is the first step in infection control and prepares non-porous items or surfaces for disinfection, porous items and surfaces can not be disinfected, but it can be cleaned.

Cleaning

The removal of visible or surface debris from an item or surface. (no germs are destroyed)

Sanitation

The process of eliminating or reducing harmful microorganisms on items or surfaces to prevent the spread of infections or diseases.

Disinfection

What cannot be disinfected?

Single use, porous items

What things cannot be disinfected?

4×4s, cotton rounds, nail files, pumice stone, towels, and porous capes

Why should you have proper ventilation in your work area?

To control odor, minimize exposure to chemical fumes, and creates comfortable and healthy atmosphere

What are disinfectants?

chemicals that are designed to destroy the germs we are concerned about in the salon(bacteria, fungus and viruses) Disinfectants must be EPA registered and be bactericidal, virucidal and fungicidal.

Steps to disinfection

Wash the non porous item using soap and water or a chemical cleanser, rinse and dry item, immerse, wipe, or spray your items with an appropriate disinfectant like barbicide, adhere to the contact time listed on the label to destroy every pathogen

How to avoid cross contamination when cleaning up linen and sheets after a service?

Roll the used side of the linens and sheets inward

What is the process of eliminating pathogens and microorganisms from tools and surfaces to prevent the spread of infection and ensure client safety?

sterilization

Barbicide concentrate and sprays have

Ten minute contact time

Barbicide wipes have?

Two minute contact time

How frequently does the EPA require immersion disinfectants to be replaced?

Daily

What happens if you cut yourself while performing a service?

Stop the treatment, clean the wound, apply pressure and a bandage inform the client

What happens if you cut your client while performing a service?

Stop the treatment, clean the wound, apply pressure with a gauze, then disinfect the area with an antiseptic solution and provide first aid as needed

What is the process of removing hair on the skin level?

Depilation

What is the removal of hair from the follicles waxing or tweezing?

Epilation

At what angle should wax be applied using a wax stick?

45 degrees

What stage is the final stage, known as the resting stage where hair remains until it sheds?

Telogen

What stage is the first stage of hair growth, new hair is produced?

Anagen

What is the second stage transition of hair growth, the hair shaft grows upward and detaches itself from the bulb?

Catagen

What tissue gives smoothness to the body?

Adipose

What massage movement consist of needing and rolling the muscles to increase blood circulation?

Petrissage

What massage movement consist of tapeotment and tapping

Percussion

What massage movement consists of soothing effect of circulation motion?

Effleurage

What massage movement consist of deep penetration, using palms and fingertips?

Friction

What massage movements consist of back-and-forth trembling to stimulate nerves and tissues?

Vibration

What is the correct direction of massages

Insertion to origin

What are the 5 facial contraindications?

Contagious diseases, uncontrolled diabetes, skin disorders, open lesions, cuts, sores, and abrasions

Explain the checklist system used to identify skin cancers?

Asymmetry, border, color, diameter, and evolving