Chapter Two: Salon Ecology Flashcards
The study of bacteria:
bacteriology
Term that means the same as germ or bacteria:
microbe
Bacterial cells that are harmless and beneficial to humans
nonpathogenic bacteria
Bacterial cells that are harmful to the body?
pathogenic
Nonpathogenic bacteria that live on dead matter
saprophytes
Nonpathogenic bacteria that live on dead matter
saprophytes
Pathogenic bacteria are NOT responsible for:
benefiting the environment
A communicable disease is a disease that:
spreads from one person to another
The common cold, hepatitis and measels are:
communicable diseases
Spherical-shaped bacteria
cocci
Pus-forming bacterial cells that form long chains and cause blood positioning:
streptococci
Rod-shaped bacterial cells:
bacilli
Coiled, corkscrewed-shaped bacterial cells:
spirilla
Which type of bacteria causes lyme disease?
spirilla
NOT a source through which bacteria or viruses ender the body
healthy skin
Bacteria cells grow in size and divide, resulting in how many new cells?
two
The relationship with the spore forming stage of bacteria and disinfectants:
bacteria are not harmed
Does not occur during inactive stage of bacterial growth:
harmed by heat
Hair-like projections used by some bacteria to propel themselves are called cilia or:
flagella
The common cold is caused by:
a filterable virus
High infectious disease that infects the liver:
Human Hepatitis B (HBV)
HIV causes the immune system to:
break down
Organisms that live on or obtain nutrients from another organism:
external parasites
NOT an example of a contagion
flagella
Another name for headlice:
pediculosis
Syphilis is a general infection that affects the:
whole body
Considered a universal precaution:
disinfecting salon equipment
The ability to destroy infectious agents that enter the body
immunity
Infection control is divided into these categories:
sanitation, disinfection and sterilization
Applied to skin to reduce microbes:
antiseptic
Washing hands is an example of:
sanitation
Steps a stylist should perform prior to a service:
wash hands with warm water and liquid soap
How often should towels and linens be laundered
after each use
Disinfectant is acceptable for use on:
tools and styling implements
Chemicals used to kill bacteria and some viruses except bacterial spores:
disinfectants
Viricidals are disinfectants used to kill:
viruses
Regulating agency under the department of labor that enforces safety and health standards in workplace:
OSHA
Key information on a specific product regarding ingredients, associated hazards, combustion levels and storage requirements is provided by:
MSDS
Given to a product along with the approval of efficacy claims on the label to ensure product is safe and effective:
EPA registration number
The 2001 OSHA bloodborne pathogens standard requires:
An EPA-registered disinfectant with efficacy against HIV and HBV or tuberculocidal
Step taken after removing all hair from a brush during :
wash brush with soap and water
Implements that come in contact with the client during the service need to be:
discarded or disinfected
How often should combs and brushes be disinfected?
after each use
How often should solution in disinfectant containers be changed?
as recommended by manufaturer
Always store disinfectants in containers that are:
labeled
When handling disinfectants it is important to do the following EXCEPT:
work in a room where there are no windows
Precautions to take when using chemical disinfectants EXCEPT:
use hands to remove objects from disinfectant.
Double-bagging is performed when a:
blood spill occurs
Dispose of any materials coming in contact with blood or body fluids in a:
labeled double-bag
If a surface is free from dirt, oil and/or microbes, it has been:
decontaminated
An effective storage for disinfectants:
cool, dry space
Service that requires the use of sterilization procedures:
electrolysis
Tools used to puncture the skin must be sterilized or designed to be:
disposable
Sterilization standards require the use of liquid sterilant and/or moist or:
dry heat
Sanitation is the lowest level of:
infection control
When performing first aid, what is the first step after bleeding stops?
apply bandage
