Chapter 3 (Sanitation and Disinfection) Flashcards
What are the three main levels of decontamination?
a) sterilization, disinfection, sanitation
b) sterilization, disinfection, fumigation
c) disinfection, sanitation, laundering
d) disinfection, sterilization. ultrasonic cleaning
sterilization,disinfection,sanitation
What is decontamination?
a) killing cells
b) elimination of contaminants
c) elimination of blood
d) elimination of non-pathogenic bacteria
elimination of contaminants
What does OUATS stand for?
a) quaternary Ammonium Compound
b) quats Under the Apple Tree
c) quaternary Peroxide Compound
quaternary ammonium compound
The acquired immune deficiency syndrome is caused by:
a) the HIV virus
b) the HBV virus
c) the HIV bacteria
d) the HBV bacteria
the hv virus
Cloudy solution in a disinfection container tells you that the solution is
a)contaminated
c) strong
b) new
d) mixed with bleach
contaminated
When using disinfectant in the salon, you should?
a) rely on your memory and use it
b) refer to the manufacturer’s instructions
c) refer to your coworker’s instructions
d) look in the book for instructions
refer to the manufacturers instructions
Implements should be submerged in a wet sanitizer for at least ———— successfully decontaminated.
a) 5 minutes
b) 1 hour
c) 10 minutes
d) One day
10 minutes
Only ______ be safely used on the skin and nail
a) disinfectant
b) antisepticcan
c) phenolic
d) formalin
antisepticcan
Sanitation rules are legislated and enforced for:
a) health and safety reasons
b) lower insurance rates
c) statistics
d) keeping busy
health and safety reasons
To destroy all bacteria and make something germ-free is to:
a) sanitize
b) clean
c) deodorize
d) sterilize
sterilize
To significantly reduce the number of pathogens on a surface is to:
a)sterilize
b) sanitize
c) wash
d) bleach
sanitize
Antiseptics help prevent:
a)the spread of viruses
b)soft nail tips
c)skin infections
d) Cracked nails
skin infections
Implements will contaminate disinfectant solution if they are:
a) dirty
c) warm
b) wet
d) dry
dirty
A glass receptacle which holds disinfectant and a submerged implement is called a/an:
a) glass
b) agent
c) disinfection container
d) antiseptic
disinfection container
According to the EPA, implements should be fully immersed in disinfecting solutions:
a) for three minutes
b) until they are clean
c) for at least 10 minutes
d) for twenty minutes
for at least 10 minutes
Every nail technician is responsible to obey what sanitizing rule?
a) Laws from 50 states
b) Law of the state that he/she is examining for
c) Laws for Illinois, Ohio, Michigan, and Indiana
d) The salon’s sanitizing rule
law of state that he/she is examining for
The most commonly used disinfectant in the salon is:
a) Formaldehyde
b) Bleach
c) Quats
d) Phenolics
quats
Sanitized implements should be stored
a) On an open shelf
b) In a plastic bag
c) In an UV cabinet
d) In a manicuring desk
in a uv cabinet
What is the lowest level of decontamination?
a) Sanitation
b) Sterilization
c) Disinfection
d)Alcohol wipe
sanitation
the most expensive disinfectants is?
a)alcohol
b)phenolics
c)antibacterial soap
d)quats
phenolics
What are clients afraid of when having their nails done?
a) The nail technician coughing
b) Smearing polish
c) Sanitation procedures being done to them
d) Spread of diseases through unsanitized implements
spread of diseases through unsanitized implements
After disinfecting counter tops, you should:
a) Let them air dry
b) Leave the room for three minutes
c)Wipe them with a clean towel
d) Sponge away excess disinfectant
let them air dry
What happens when disinfectant solution is cloudy?
a)just a change of color
b) It’ll become transparent after two days
c) Bacteria is present
d) Bacteria is being killed
bacteria is present
State regulations expect a salon environment to be:
a) sanitary
b) unsanitary
c) pretty
d)having a lot of food
sanitary
Before touching sanitized implements, the nail technician’s hands should be cleaned with:
a) ammonia
b)bleach
b) liquid soap
d) formalin
liquid soap
Disposable items are to be discarded after use:
a) On two clients
b) On one client
c) On five clients
d) At the end of the day
on one client
Following disinfection, dry implements should be stored:
a) In a jar
b) In your pocket
c) According to your state regulations
d) In a paper towel
according to your state regulations
Formaldehyde is a/an:
a) Safe disinfectant
b) Commonly used fumigant
c)Recommended disinfectant in all states
d) Allergic sensitizer
allergic sensitizer
Is it a good idea to leave implements in QUATS too long?
a) No, it causes corrosion of the implements
b) No, it kills too much bacteria, including the good ones
c) Yes, it will eliminate all the contaminants
d) Yes, you can fully take advantage of the solution
no it causes corrosion of the implements
to prevent the release of fumes from products used in artificial nail applications, upon completion?
a)light a candle
b)run air conditioner
c)discard in a covered trash container
d)spray air freshener
phenolics
If you accidentally cut a client with a file, you should:
a)immediately wash the file
b)give the client the file
c)put disinfectant on the cut
d)spend the client home
give the client the file
When mixing or using salon products, you should:
a) Wear gloves and safety glasses
b) Measure everything carefully
c) Read and follow instructions exactly
d) All the above
all of the above
Store professional products
a) In a cool, dark, dry location
b) On low shelves within easy reach
c) In a well-lit closet
d) Under the sink
in a cool, dark,dry location
Universal Sanitation includes all of following except
a) Wearing gloves
b) Using disinfectants
c) Taking short cuts
d)Sanitizing the salon
taking short cuts
should be placed away from food
a)Professional products
b) Belongings
c) Drinks
d) Leftover food
profesional products
After disinfection, where should implements that have been dried be placed?
a) Submerge into oil container
b) Clean covered container
c) Pocket
d) Moist are
clean covered container
An accidental splash of disinfectant solution can injure your
a)nails
b)shoes
c)eyes
d)polish
eyes
When solution in a disinfection container is cloudy, the solution is
a) Burnt
b) Pretty
c) Contaminated
d) Hot
contaminated
The least expensive yet effective disinfectant used in the salon is:
a) phenolics
b) quats
c) antibacterial soap
d) neosporin
quats
Should Sterilization be used in the salon?
a) yes because it will keep the salon clean
b) yes because it is the best method for cleaning
c) no it is far too dangerous
d)no because it is as effective as disinfection
no its far to dangerous
Antiseptic is used for?
a)clients with infections
b)clients with fungus
c)preventing skin infection
d)wiping down dirty implements before another use
preventing skin infection
How often should you change the disinfectant solution?
a) Every 2 days
b) Never
c) Follow the manufacturer’s instructions
d) Once a month
follow the manufactors instructions
What chemical agents are safe to use on the skin?
a) Disinfectants
b) QUATS
c) Phenolics
d) Antiseptic
antiseptic
What is a dry cabinet sanitizer?
a) A place where sanitized implements are stored
b) A baking oven
c) A type of product
d) A cure for an infection
a place where sanitized implements are stored
What is immediately done to implements taken out of the disinfectant solution?
a) Place in the airtight container
b) Use right away
c) Place in the disinfectant container
d) Rinse with water and dry with a clean towel
rinse with water and dry with a clean towel
What is the best way to identify chemicals in the salon?
a) Memorize their locations
c) Smell them
b) Taste them
d) Keep them properly labeled
keep them properly labeled
Sanitation in the salon
a) Will win you awards from the city
b) Will keep inspectors away
c) Will keep salon clean and prevent germ growth
d) Will help professional products to last longer
will keep salon clean and prevent germ growth
What is the minimum time that the implements should be immersed in a wet sanitizer?
a) 5 minutes
b) 15 minutes
c) 10 minutes
d) 25 minutes
10 minutes
The major disadvantage of using QUATS is:
a) it causes damages to the implements
b) it’s not strong enough
c) it’s too colorful
d) it’s pretty
it causes damage to the implements
