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Skin care Ecology

microbiology,Infection Control and first aid Esthetics

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Nonpathogenic bacteria that live on dead matter are known as: Saprophytes
When performing first aid for bleeding wounds, what is the next step after bleeding stops? Secure gauze pad or cloth with a bandage
Diseases that can be transmitted from one person to another are called: Communicable
Bacteria create spores to protect themselves in unfavorable conditions during which stage? Inactive stage
Where to find key information on a specific product regarding ingredients,associated hazards,combustion levels and storage requirements MSDS
During which stage of the growth cycle do bacteria reproduce and grow rapidly? Active stage
which bacterial cells grow in pairs and are known to cause pneumonia? Diplococci
What type of infection occurs when the circulatory system carries bacteria and toxins to all parts of the body? General (systemic)
Bacteria shapes are characterized as circular,spiral or ________? Rod-shaped.
Burns that affect both the epidermis and dermis fall under what category? Second-degree
What type of burn is usually the result of faulty or improper use of equipment? Electrical burn
which type of bacteria is rod-shaped and can produce tetanus and typhoid fever? bacilli
the study of small living organisms called microbes Microbiology
what is the most common type of bacterial cell? Bacilli
which level of infection control should be performed on instruments that may have been exposed to blood during a salon service? disinfection
required labels on all disinfectants that inform the user about what organisms the product is effective against are called? Efficacy labels
A highly infectious agent that replicates itself within cells of living animals is called a : Virus
what is the study of bacterial called? bacteriology
what is the first step in the even of a heat burn that does not break the skin? Immerse burned area in cool water
What is the term that describes efforts used to prevent the spread of disease and kill microbes? Infection control
What are the three levels of infection control? Sanitation,Disinfection,Sterilization
Approximately what percentage of all bacteria are nonpathogenic? 70%
Tools and instruments used to puncture or invade skin must be sterilized or: Disposed of
Bacilli and spirilla are able to move themselves by using hair like projections called: Flagella
Which infection control procedure removes surface bacteria? Sanitation
Disease-producing bacteria are called? Pathogenic
In the case of a chemical eye injury, the victims eyeball should be flushed with: Lukewarm water
A machine that uses pressurized steam to sterilize critical implements is referred to as an: autoclave
Bacterial cells that form long chains and can cause serious infections such as strep throat: Streptococci
When bacteria is spread by contaminated equipment ,surfaces or food it is referred to as : Cross-contamination
Which type of bacteria is harmless and at times can be very beneficial? Nonpathogenic
When handling implements that have come in contact with blood or body fluid,the 1997 OSHA bloodborne pathogens standard requires the use of a disinfectant that is: EPA-Registered
Information that is helpful if an allergic reaction occurs related to the products usage can be found on the MSDS
Diseases that contaminate through blood-to-blood or by body fluid transmission are referred to as Infectious
Head lice,Itch mites,ringworm and nail fungus are diseases caused by external parasites
Washing your hands with a liquid antibacterial soap and water is an example of procedures used during Sanitation
Which degree of burn damages all skin layers and underlying tissue and nerves? 3rd
what do viruses require in order to survive? a host of living cells
"double bagging" is performed when : A blood spill occurs
Performing a patch test to reveal a clients skin reaction during an exfoliation or peel will help prevent the possibility of a chemical burn
What machine is used to sterilize implements with heat,alcohol,and formaldehyde vapors? chemiclave
Disease-carrying bacteria or viruses that infect through blood flow or body fluids are known as: Bloodborne pathogens
Which government agency approves the effectiveness of a disinfectant? EPA
Disease that interferes and devastates the body's natural immune system: Acquired immunodeficiency syndrome (AIDS)
The bacterial cells that are spiral-shaped and can generate highly contagious diseases are called: Spirilla
The body's partially inherited resistance to infections is called: Natural immunity
A contagious and potentially fatal lung infection caused by airborne bacteria is known as: Tuberculosis
Bacterial cells that are round-shaped and appear singularly or in groups are called: Cocci
What condition occurs when disease-causing bacteria enter the body and interfere with the body's normal state? Infection
The stimulation of the body's immune response through vaccinations is called: passive (acquired) immunity
The process of using the same infection control practices on all clients: Universal precautions
Implements that come in contact with the client must be: Discarded or disinfected
A person carrying disease without having any recognizable symptoms Asymptomatic carrier
Infectious disease that affects the liver Hepatitis B (HBV)
One celled microorganisms that are either disease-producing or nondisease producing are called: Bacteria
Protection against microbes that may cause skin and body infections is one of the primary functions of the: Epidermis
Another name for general infection is: Systemic
The level of infection control that destroys all small organisms,including bacterial spores is called: Sterilization
What type of disinfectants are stated as germicidal,fungicidal,pseudomonicidal and virucidal? Broad-spectrum
Items categorized as critical such as a lancet or electrolysis needle,need to be: Sterilized
The body's ability to destroy infectious agents is called: Immunity
Products used to prevent the growth of microorganisms on the skin are called: Antiseptics
Pus-forming bacterial cells that form grape-like clusters and can be found in abscesses,pustules or boils are called: Staphylococci
Compared to bacteria,the size of viruses are : Much smaller than bacteria
what is the first step to take when exposed to a clients blood during a procedure? Stop the service and wash your hands.
plants or animals that live and feed off of another living organism are called external parasites
adjusting the settings on a piece of equipment so that it operates safely and according to the manufacturers instructions calibration
Which government agency was created to ensure safe and healthful workplaces in the U.S? OSHA
Which degree of burn affects only the outer layer of the skin? 1st
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