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Infect Control ???s
Infection Control review questions
Question | Answer |
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What are bacteria? | One-celled microorganisms; some are harmful, some are harmless |
Name and describe the two main classifications of bacteria. | Pathogenic (disease-causing) and non-pathogenic (non-disease-causing) |
What are some of the beneficial functions performed by nonpathogenic bacteria? | Help the body break down food, protect against infection, stimulate immune system |
Name and describe the three forms of pathogenic bacteria. | Cocci (sphere-shaped), bacilli (rod-shaped), and spirilla (corkscrew-shaped) |
What is sanitation? Why is it important? | Removing visible dirt and debris; the number of germs on a properly clean surface is greatly reduced, as is the risk of infection |
What is the primary purpose of regulatory agencies? | Set guidelines for the manufacturing, sale, and use of equipment and chemical ingredients, and for safety in the workplace. |
What is an exposure incident? | Contact with non-intact skin, blood, body fluid, or other potentially infectious materials that results from performance of an employee's duties |
List the steps for cleaning and disinfecting electrical equipment. | Follow manufacturer's directions. |
List the three types of microorganisms that are important to cosmetology. | Bacteria, viruses, and parasites (includes fungi) |
What is a contagious or communicable disease? | Can be transferred from person to person |
How often should disinfectant solutions be changed? | Every day, or more often if the solution becomes soiled or contaminated. |
Describe the procedure for taking care of blood or other body fluid in the salon. | 1. Put on gloves; 2. Clean injured area with antiseptic; 3. Bandage the cut; 4. Clean workstation; 5. Discard contaminated objects by double-bagging; 6. Disinfect tools and implements |
How do you know if an item is disinfectable? | All visible debris can be removed and it does not get damaged during the disinfection process. |
Can porous items be disinfected? | Some; towels, chamois, and some nail files and buffers |
What is an MSDS? Where can you get an MSDS? | Material Safety Data Sheet; contains information about ingredients, safe use and handling procedures, flammability and data in case of a fire, disposal guidelines, and medical information in case of allergic reactions |
What are Universal Precautions? | A set of guidelines published by OSHA that require the employer and the employee to assume that all human blood and body fluids are infectious for bloodborne pathogens |
What is OSHA? | Occupational Safety and Health Administration; regulates and enforces safety and health standards to protect employees in the workplace |
What is the EPA? | Environmental Protection Agency; licenses disinfectants |
What type of disinfectant is no longer used in the salon? | formalin |