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SENIOR T11 W1
INFECTION CONTROL & FIRST AID 102C.01-102C.03
| Question | Answer |
|---|---|
| What would not be considered a common sign of infection? | unbroken skin |
| Parasitic mites, such as head lice and itch mites, are examples of: | external parasites |
| An extremely itchy condition caused by an infestation of itch mites is known as: | scabies |
| What informs the user about what a disinfectant product is effective against? | efficacy label |
| What laws have most states enacted to encourage people to help others in emergency situations? | Good Samaritan Laws |
| What requires a living host such as people, plants or animals to survive and multiply? | viruses |
| Felicia was given antibodies to a disease rather than producing them through her own immune system. What type of immunity does this provide for Felicia? | passive immunity |
| Which of the following statements identifies an appropriate step for a basic handwashing procedure? | spend at least 20 seconds working up a good lather |
| Bacteria that are harmless and can even be beneficial are called: | nonpathogenic |
| If a victim is choking.....? | determine if victim can speak, wrap arms around stomach, and perform upward thrusts |
| What occurs when disease-causing bacteria or viruses enter the body and multiply to the point of interfering with the body's normal state? | infection |
| A disinfectant is acceptable for use on: | tools and multi-use supplies |
| Nonporous tools and multi-use supplies used should be disinfected: | after each use |
| The killing or destroying of all microbial life, including bacterial spores is the infection control procedure of: | sterilization |
| Dispose of sharp objects, such as razor blades, in a(n): | puncture-proof container |
| Who is the party responsible for distribution of Safety Data Sheets? | manufacturer |
| A contraindication, such as a skin infection, is a pre-existing reason for a salon professional to: | avoid a particular service for a client |
| Which level of infection control requires the use of products with efficacy labels that state they are appropriate for floors, countertops, sinks, toilets, towels and/or linens? | cleaning |
| Infection control is divided into the following categories: | cleaning, disinfection and sterilization |
| A point to remember about cleaning is: | cleaning requires a mechanical process that causes pathogens to loosen for removal |
| A bleeding wound should be treated by: | applying pressure with gauze and a gloved hand |
| Using the same infection control procedures on all clients is a practice known as: | standard precautions |
| When exposure to a disease organism triggers the immune system to produce antibodies to that disease it is called: | active immunity |
| What steps should be taken if a person has fainted? | apply a cold compress |
| What is the proper procedure for dealing with tools and multi-use supplies that have NOT come in contact with blood or body fluids? | use an approved EPA-registered disinfectant |
| What group of contagious bacteria is often found in soil and water? | mycobacterium |
| In addition to the efficacy claims on the label what information is assigned to a product to show its approval? | EPA registration number |
| To destroy or kill certain pathogens on nonporous surfaces, is referred to as: | disinfection |
| What do you do first when a blood-exposure incident occurs? | stop the service |
| How often should the solution in disinfectant containers be changed? | daily or sooner if contaminated |
| Fluids infected with HIV can enter the body through, sharing needles or syringes, childbirth, cuts or sores and/or: | sexual intercourse |
| Two important regulations that OSHA has put in place to assist in safe operations are Safety Data Sheets (SDS) and the: | labeling of products |
| Which organization approves the efficacy of products used for infection control? | EPA |
| A salon professional failed to wear safety glasses when mixing a disinfectant. Some disinfectant splashed into their eye. Where could they find information to refer to for appropriate procedures? | SDS |
| Common ways of spreading infection in the workplace include all of the following descriptions: | coughing shared drinking cup unclean hands and tools |
| Why is it important to add disinfectant to water when diluting a concentrate? | prevents chemical splash |
| Any tools or supplies that come in contact with the client during a service must be: | discarded or disinfected |
| An infection that is located in a small, confined area is known as a: | local infection |
| What occurs when the circulatory system carries bacteria and their toxins to other parts of the body? | general infection |
| What common viral infection can spread by skin-to-skin contact and can cause warts? | human papillomavirus (HPV) |
| What term identifies how long a disinfecting product needs to be in direct contact with an item or surface while remaining wet to be disinfected? | contact time |
| What is the name of a bacterial plaque that may multiply around the drain, jets or water line of a shampoo bowl or pedicure bowl? | biofilm |
| If a victim appears to be having an allergic reaction, where could you locate information about product usage? | SDS |
| Chemical burns should be treated by: | rinsing away all traces of chemicals |
| The regulating agency under the Department of Labor that enforces safety and health standards in the workplace is: | OSHA |
| It is important to clean tools before: | immersing them in disinfectant |
| When performing first aid for bleeding wounds, what is the next step after bleeding stops? | apply bandage |
| Which type of bacteria can be found in dairy products and can have health-enhancing properties? | nonpathogenic |
| If the skin is not broken following a heat or electrical burn, which of the following actions is recommended to treat the burn area? | immerse in cool water |
| When an infectious disease spreads through contact with a contaminated object such as a countertop it is referred to as: | indirect transmission |
| What is a highly infectious disease that affects the liver? | human hepatitis B virus (HBV) |
| Potentially Infectious micro-organisms in human blood that can cause disease in humans are called: | bloodborne pathogens |
| An approved EPA-registered disinfectant is effective on what type of surface? | nonporous |
| The action of making an object or substance unclean or impure is called: | contamination |
| Virucidals are disinfectants used to kill: | viruses |
| A communicable disease refers to a disease that is: | spread from one person to another |
| All of the following statements are precautions regarding disinfectants | store in a cool, dry area tightly cover and label all containers purchase chemicals in small quantities |
| A person carrying disease-producing bacteria or viruses with no recognizable symptoms of the disease is called a(n): | asymptomatic carrier |
| Complete immersion means: | the entire tool is covered by the liquid disinfectant |
| A product that can be applied to the skin to reduce pathogens is called a(n): | antiseptic |
| An example of a preventative measure for certain viruses is: | vaccinations |
| What should you do with a porous item such as a neck strip, sponge or emery board once it has been used on a client? | discard it |
| All of the following terms describe the type of container disinfected tools or nonporous supplies are stored in: | dry covered disinfected |
| Another name for head lice is: | pediculosis capitis |
| A difference between infections caused by viruses and bacterial infections is: | viruses cannot be treated with antibiotics |
| What does the OSHA (Occupational Safety and Health Administration) Bloodborne Pathogens Standard require the use of, when tools and multi-use supplies come into contact with blood or body fluid? | approved EPA-registered disinfectant effective against HBV and HIV |
| Multiple quats are usually able to disinfect within: | 10 minutes |
| How are contaminated supplies discarded after a blood-exposure incident? | in a lined, covered trash container |
| An example of a cleaning guideline is: | sweep or vacuum all hair clippings from the floor after each service. |
| Which of the following steps should be taken FIRST when it is believed a person might be choking? | determine if the victim can speak or cough |
| In the case of a chemical injury to the eye, which of the following steps is recommended? | flush eyeball with lukewarm water for 15 to 30 mins |
| The term used to describe efforts to prevent the spread of communicable diseases is: | infection control |
| What is the unintentional transfer of harmful pathogens from one person, object or surface to another with or without harmful effects. | cross-contamination |
| Chemical products used to kill certain pathogens on nonporous surfaces are called: | disinfectants |
| What type of contagious viral infection can show up as a cold sore? | herpes simplex virus |
| Which of the following infections or diseases is caused by a virus? | influenza |
| Key product information, such as toxicology, first-aid, firefighting measures and ecological information, is provided by the: | SDS |
| The infection control procedure that kills certain pathogens (bacteria, viruses and fungi) with the exception of spores on nonporous surfaces, tools and multi-use supplies is referred to as: | disinfection |
| Key information on a specific product regarding ingredients, associated hazards, combustion levels and storage requirements is provided by the: | SDS |
| Direct transmission of an infectious disease can occur in which of the following ways? | skin-to-skin contact with an infected person |
| The removal of surface or visible debris and potential pathogens using soap, detergent or chemical cleaner is the infection control method of: | cleaning |
| An approved EPA-registered disinfectant effective against HBV and HIV is required for use when: | tools come in contact with blood or body fluids |
| A local infection is often indicated by a pimple, inflamed area or: | a pus-filled boil |
| Which of the following items would be considered personal protective equipment (PPE) for the salon professional? | mask |
| As a salon professional you will want to find an approved EPA-registered disinfectant that is effective and: | quick-acting |
| The body’s ability to recognize and destroy infectious agents that enter it is: | immunity |
| What are produced by the immune system to either destroy, kill or inactivate pathogens? | antibodies |
| Which of the following steps should a cosmetologist perform immediately prior to a service? | wash hands with warm water and soap |
| Strep throat and staph infection are examples of: | bacterial infections |
| Organisms that live on or obtain nutrients from another organism called a host are known as: | external parasites |
| Which of the following is NOT a method used to ventilate the salon for a healthy environment? | maintain an average room temperature of about 60° Fahrenheit (15.5° Celsius) |
| Always store disinfectants in containers that are: | labeled |
| Bacteria that can cause infection and disease, produce toxins and spread easily via contaminated tools or dirty hands and fingernails are considered: | pathogenic |
| What is the foundation of infection control efforts and the number one thing you can do to protect yourself and your client | basic handwashing |
| A special group or type of antibodies that render a toxic substance harmless are known as: | antitoxins |
| To be an effective disinfectant, bleach needs to contain which of the following ingredients? | chlorine bleach |
| Why is it important to dry towels/linens thoroughly before storing? | to avoid mildew or bacterial growth |
| Which of the following steps should be taken after removing all hair from a brush during a disinfection procedure? | wash brush with soap and water |
| What type of one-celled micro-organisms are sometimes called germs? | bacteria |
| A virus that attacks and destroys the infection-fighting cells of the immune system is known as: | HIV |
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