Ch 5 Infection Control Flashcards
What term refers to an abnormal condition of all or part of the body that makes the body incapable of carrying on normal function?
Disease
What is not an issue addressed by OSHA standards?
Gender equality in the workplace
What three qualities must disinfectants used in salons, spas, and medical facilities have?
Bactericidal, virucidal, fungicidal
What type of bacteria causes abscesses, pustules, and boils?
Spirilla
What is the most common type of bacteria?
Bacilli
What are the two new cells created through binary fission called?
Daughter cells
What is the most common way that communicable diseases spread?
Dirty hands
What is a sign that a client has human papilloma virus (HPV) or planter warts?
Clusters of small lack dots on the bottom of the foot
What is a type of fungus that affects plants or grows on inanimate objects but does not cause human infections in the salon?
Mildew
What form of decontamination is not recommended or use in salons or spas?
Dry heat sterilization
What is a characteristic of an ideal disinfectant?
Includes strips for checking effectiveness
What strength bleach solution can be used for disinfecting implements that have come in contact with blood?
10%
What should you do when using disinfectants?
Follow instructions on the label for diluting it
What is a fact about phenolic disinfectants?
They are a form of formaldehyde
What should you not do when using disinfectants?
Place them in unmarked containers
When should you wash your hands?
Before and after a service
What should you do next after stopping the service when a client is accidentally cut and starts to bleed?
Put on gloves
What type of burn affects all layers of the skin and causes blistering, swelling, and scarring?
Third degree
How long should you flush a clients eyes with water if product gets into them?
15 minutes
What should you do to help keep the workplace healthy and looking its best?
Clean fans and humidifiers at least once a week
Medical term for barbers itch
Tinea barbae
Determination of the nature of a disease from its symptoms and/or testing
Diagnosis
Round shaped bacteria that appear singly or in groups
Cocci
Medical term for athletes foot
Tinea pedis
Corkscrew shaped bacteria
Spirilla
One form of this is touching a contaminated countertop
Indirect transmission
Short rod shaped bacteria
Bacilli
Germicides formulated for skin
Antiseptics
One form of this is passing body fluids through kissing
Direct transmission
These work to break down stubborn films and remove residue of products such as scrubs, salts, and masks
Chelating soaps
