unit one infection control and skin analysis

How does indirect transmission of a disease occur?

It happens through contact with an intermediate object.

If you get sick as a result of overexposure to chemicals at the workplace, what have you contracted?

An occupational disease.

What statement is NOT true regarding staphylococci?

Most strains make us very ill.

What is the primary difference between respiratory droplets and airborne transmission?

Respiratory droplets do not stay in the air as long as airborne transmission.

What common organism is classified as a type of fungi?

Mildew.

What is TRUE of phenolic disinfectants?

They are known carcinogens.

Beauty professionals must be prepared to deal with all potentially harmful organisms EXCEPT which type?

Gases.

What does a higher efficacy claim on a disinfectant label indicate to a professional?

It will kill many more organisms.

Which of the following is NOT required of disinfectants used in salons, spas, and barbershops?

They must be hypoallergenic.

What area of workplace safety would OSHA most likely be involved in regulating?

The disposal of chemical products.

When is preventing the spread of infections considered easy?

When you know the proper procedure.

With whom does the prevention of the spread of infections begin and end?

"You".

How is transmission BEST defined?

The process by which pathogens move between individuals or into the environment.

Why did Chloe have to re-clean her tools after spending nearly an hour preparing them?

She had not followed acceptable cleaning methods because she was thoroughly wiping them down with a towel.

What infection control process destroys all microbial life, including spores?

Sterilization.

Which of the following illnesses is NOT caused by a virus?

Strep throat.

What occurs when an individual's immune system successfully prevents transmission?

It prevents illness.

What should Gustavo do to implement the highest level of infection control on his tools and implements?

Sterilize his tools.

What are beauty professionals permitted and encouraged to do when encountering clients with infectious conditions?

Refer clients with infection conditions.

Which procedure is mainly used to remove visible dirt and debris?

Cleaning.

If Charles wore gloves all week, washed his hands immediately after, avoided touching his face or others, and still got sick, how did he contract the disease?

The disease was airborne.

How often should single-use gloves be changed?

After every use.

What responsibility is more likely governed by state regulatory agencies rather than federal agencies?

Setting guidelines for licensing and enforcing conduct.

If Richard saw 16 apparently healthy clients on Friday and came down with a cold caught from one of them on Monday, what must be true?

The client from whom Richard acquired the cold was asymptomatic.

What specific action demonstrates Jamison's awareness of the true mechanical benefit of hand washing?

He rubs his hands together aggressively, creating friction.

What should you NEVER do with a salon tool or implement?

Put it in your pocket.

If Heidi completely avoids physical contact with coworkers carrying a non-airborne virus, how is it possible for her to catch it?

Through indirect transmission.

What condition, if true, would mean that Daniel was INCORRECT in classifying three of his morning appointments as "high-risk clients"?

They all had children with them.

Where did Joanna go wrong when setting up fire safety equipment at her establishment?

She stored her six fire extinguishers out of the way inside cupboards.

What mistake was identified on Alana's disinfectant safety poster regarding the dilution of chemicals?

Placing "Never add disinfectant to water when diluting" in the wrong column.

Where should a beauty professional always test the water temperature prior to applying warm or hot water to a client's hair or skin?

On the inside of your wrist.

What should James AVOID doing when installing his business's heating and air-conditioning system?

Locating the system's vents directly above the work station.

Which practice is NOT an acceptable cautionary procedure when handling disinfectants?

Using disinfectants directly on dirty, soft, porous surfaces.

Despite being an industry veteran, what was Sofia doing incorrectly regarding workplace safety and professionalism?

Sofia's cell phone was placed on her workstation; it should be stored out of sight.

What must be done if a tool or implement drops onto the floor during a service?

Either replace or disinfect it prior to continuing the service.

What is an exposure incident?

Contact with nonintact (broken) skin, blood, body fluid, or other infectious materials as a result of the performance of a worker's duties.

How many kinds of bacteria exist, and into how many primary types are they divided?

There are thousands of different kinds of bacteria, which fall into two primary types.

What type of solution should Jasmine mix to destroy mold forming in the bathroom?

A fungicidal solution.

What statement is NOT true regarding exits in salons, spas, and barbershops?

They can be randomly located at the owner's discretion.

What is the BEST advice to give a coworker who has accumulated unusable sharp implements with blood in a drawer?

Dispose of the collection in a sharps container.

What requirement is TRUE regarding a beauty professional's wristwatch?

Watches should be waterproof and shock absorbent.

What should a manager NEVER observe an employee doing when storing disinfectants?

Placing a disinfectant into an unmarked container.

Which matter is more likely to be governed by federal regulatory agencies rather than state regulatory agencies?

The sale of chemicals used on the job.

What procedure must be performed immediately after removing one pair of gloves and before putting on a new pair?

Wash hands.

What must Olga immediately do upon noticing that an electrical cord on her device is worn and cracking?

Immediately replace the device.

When is the only acceptable time to check your cellphone while on the job?

Checked only between clients.

What is NOT true concerning disinfectants?

They destroy all bacteria.

If Victoria rinsed her hands, put on new gloves, and caught a cold from an asymptomatic client with a non-airborne illness within 10 minutes, how did she catch it?

Through indirect transmission.

What is the second step of infection control?

Disinfecting.

What must Angie do to reuse nippers that have a small amount of blood on them?

She must decontaminate them.

What is the very next thing Rafael should do after stopping a service upon noticing a small, fresh cut on his client?

Inform the client of what has happened.

What area of commerce is the EPA most likely involved in regulating?

The safe manufacture of chemical products.

What mistake did Justine witness Johan make after he accidentally dropped a tool on the floor?

Johan continuing the service with the dropped tool.

What term describes a substance that is capable of igniting and burning?

Combustible.

What equipment's use proves that implements were sterilized rather than merely cleaned?

Use of an autoclave in the infection control process.

Which word will NOT necessarily appear on the label of an EPA-registered disinfectant?

The word "concentrate".

What is Colleen's chronic skin condition, caused by repeated contact with workplace chemicals over 15 years, classified as?

An occupational disease.

Even though a beauty professional cannot prevent exposure, what can they strive to prevent while at work?

Transmission of disease

What must a condition include if someone is suffering from a systemic infection?

Symptoms spread throughout her body

What rule applies when children accompany a parent to a salon, spa, or barbershop?

Children should not be left unattended

What is TRUE of the process of disinfection?

Eliminates most microorganisms

Why is it incorrect to submerge implements directly into disinfectant at the end of the day without prior action?

The implements must first be cleaned before they are disinfected

What is the definition of a microorganism?

Any organism of microscopic size

Which measure is LEAST effective for reducing the risk of infection and disease with clients?

Consistent practice of only brief hand shaking with clients

When handling disinfectants, what should NEVER be done?

Place them in unmarked containers

What step must be taken to rid tools of all microbial life?

Sterilize the tools

In which way is the flu acquired through direct transmission?

By shaking hands

What is the only justifiable reason for not diluting a disinfectant before use?

The label on the disinfectant does not have the word concentrate on it

What are soaps and other products considered if they do not have the word disinfectant on the label?

Merely cleaners

Which parasite is commonly encountered in the salon, spa, and barbershop?

Pediculosis capitis

What is NOT true of ventilation and air circulation systems inside salons, spas, and barbershops?

Vents for these systems can be located anywhere

If no time is specified or recommended by the manufacturer, how long must a tool be left fully submersed in disinfectant?

10 minutes

What term describes clients who are contagious without showing any signs of infection?

Asymptomatic

Bleach used in the salon, spa, or barbershop must be registered with which agency as a disinfectant?

The EPA

What is the most likely cause of pediculosis capitis?

Head lice from a client or close associate

What is a disease called that can easily be passed from one individual to coworkers and clients?

Contagious (or communicable)

Which personal protective equipment (PPE) item should be selected for appropriate protection in the salon backroom?

A pair of non-latex gloves

What is the most likely source of contamination when clients experience inflammation and pain caused by biofilms?

The foot spa

What guidelines published by the CDC state that all human blood and body fluids are potentially infectious?

Standard Precautions

What happens to the number of contaminants on a surface when it is properly cleaned?

It is greatly reduced

What is true of an implement that has blood on it from a cut?

It is contaminated

What is the distinguishing difference between pathogenic and nonpathogenic bacteria?

Pathogenic bacteria are harmful and cause disease or infection, whereas most bacteria are nonpathogenic

Which federal agency registers all types of disinfectants sold by manufacturers and used in salons, spas, and barbershops?

The U.S. EPA

What term refers to the methods used to eliminate or reduce the transmission of infectious organisms?

Infection control

What are the two sequential steps required to achieve effective infection control?

Cleaning and disinfecting

How do administrative rules and regulations compare to statutory laws?

Rules and regulations are more specific than laws

What does the presence of pus indicate?

A sign of bacterial infection

How long does it usually take for quat solutions to disinfect implements?

10 minutes

What is a distinguishing characteristic of direct transmission compared to indirect transmission?

Direct transmission requires contact with another person

Through which means is tuberculosis transmitted?

Inhalation

What action has a doctor performed after determining the nature of a disease?

Diagnosed it

Through which means is HIV spread?

From person to person through blood

What issue is a professional most likely to face from constantly substituting hand sanitizer for soap and water?

Hands that are dry to the point of cracking

What procedure should be followed with a hydraulic chair when assisting a client into or out of it?

Lower it to its lowest level

When does a client's impression of a salon, spa, or barbershop begin?

The moment they open the door

Which governing body is most likely to revoke a beauty professional's license for a major offense?

The state agency

Inflammation is characterized by heat, redness, and swelling, but NOT which characteristic?

Pus

There can be no bacterial infection without the presence of what?

Pathogenic bacteria

What are disease-causing microorganisms that are carried in the body by blood or body fluids called?

Bloodborne pathogens

What anatomical region constitutes the T-zone of the face?

The center area of the face