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Foundations: Infection Control Exam Review Flashcards

1
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Federal and state agencies regulate the beauty and wellness professions. State agencies ______.

a) set guidelines for use of equipment
b) regulate licensing
c) set guidelines for the manufacturing
d) monitor safety in the workplace

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The answer is b:

Regulate licensing

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What standards address issues relating to your right to know about any potentially hazardous ingredients contained in the products and how to avoid these hazards?

a) OSHA standards
b) CDC standars
c) EPA standards
d) SDS standards

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The answer is a:

OSHA standards

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_______ establish specific standards of conduct and can be changed or updated frequently.

a. Regulations
b. Laws
c. Statues
d. Rules

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The answer is d:

Rules

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What agency registers all types of disinfectants sold and used in the United States?

a. CDC
b. OSHA
c. U.S. Department of Labor
d. EPA

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The answer is d:

EPA

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Laws are written by _____.

a. state boards
b. federal and state legislatures
c. regulatory agencies
d. health departments

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The answer is b:

Federal and state legislatures

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Which of the following are chemical products that destroy most bacteria, fungi, and viruses on surfaces?

a. disinfectants
b. sanitizers
c. cleaners
d. sterilizers

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The answer is a:

Disinfectants

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Both federal and state laws require that manufacturers supply a(n) ______ for all chemical products manufactured and sold.

a) Globally Harmonized System of Classification and Labeling of Chemicals System
b) EPA list
c) Safety Data Sheet
d) Hazard Communication Standard

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The answer is c:

Safety Data Sheet

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______ disinfectant is an example of a tuberculocidal disinfectant.

a) Nonpathogenic
b) Quaternary ammonium
c) Single use
d) Phenolic

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The answer is d:

Phenolic

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Disinfection is not effective against ______.

a) bacterial spores
b) bacteria
c) viruses
d) molds

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The answer is a:

Bacterial spores

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What type of bacteria are harmful microorganisms that can cause disease or infection in humans when they invade the body?

a) nonpathogenic
b) pathogenic
c) infectious
d) parasitic

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The answer is b:

Pathogenic

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A disinfectant that is a fungicidal is capable of destroying _______.

a) parasites
b) viruses
c) bacteria
d) molds

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The answer is d:

Molds

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Which of the following is a mechanical process using soap and water or detergent and water?

a) sanitizing
b) sterilizing
c) cleaning
d) disinfecting

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The answer is c:

Cleaning

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An inflammation is characterized by ______.

a) redness, heat, pain and/or swelling
b) red papules or spots
c) coughing or sneezing
d) blood poisoning

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The answer is a:

Redness, heat, pain and/or swelling

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Which of the following are single-celled microorganisms that have both plant and animal characteristics?

a) fungus
b) parasite
c) bacteria
d) virus

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The answer is c:

Bacteria

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Which of the following is capable of replication only through taking over the host cell’s reproductive function?

a) bacteria
b) virus
c) fungi
d) mold

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The answer is b:

Virus

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Staph bacteria are responsible for ______.

a) common colds
b) chicken pox
c) influenza
d) food poisoning

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The answer is d:

Food poisoning

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A common contagious disease that would prevent a professional from serving a client would be ______.

a) blood poisoning
b) Lyme disease
c) ringworm
d) tetanus

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The answer is c:

Ringworm

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What type of infection is it where the pathogen has distributed itself throughout the body rather than staying in one area or organ?

a) systemic
b) communicable
c) contagious
d) local

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The answer is a:

Systemic

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What bacterial infection, without proper treatment, can become systemic and can have devastating consequences that can result in death?

a) Lyme disease
b) pneumonia
c) MRSA
d) strep throat

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The answer is c:

MRSA

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One action of the biofilm community is to resist ______.

a) pathogens and recognize infection
b) conventional treatments such as antibiotics
c) infection
d) the body’s defense mechanisms

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The answer is d:

The body’s defense mechanisms

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Which of the following keep the body in a chronic inflammatory state that is painful and inhibits healing?

a) bacterial strains
b) biofilms
c) contagious
d) communicable diseases

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The answer is b:

Biofilms

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The presence of pus is a sign of a ______ infection.

a) bacterial
b) parasitic
c) viral
d) biofilm

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The answer is a:

Bacterial

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Which of the following can prevent viruses from growing in the body?

a) virucidal disinfectant
b) antibiotics
c) standard precautions
d) vaccinations

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The answer is d:

Vaccinations

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In the salon, spa, or barbershop, the spread of bloodborne pathogens is possible whenever _______.

a) someone sneezes
b) the skin is broken
c) someone coughs
d) you do not wash your hands

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The answer is b:

The skin is broken

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Hepatitis is a bloodborne virus that causes disease and can damage what body organ?

a) kidney
b) lungs
c) heart
d) liver

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The answer is d:

Liver

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Which of the following bloodborne viruses can live on a surface outside the body for long periods of time?

a) HIV
b) tinea barbae
c) hepatitis
d) AIDS

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The answer is c:

Hepatitis

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AIDS is a disease that breaks down the body’s _____ system.

a) immune
b) nervous
c) endocrine
d) cardiovascular

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The answer is a:

Immune

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_____ is the process that destroys all microbial life, including spores.

a) Sanitizing
b) Sterilization
c) Disinfecting
d) Cleaning

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The answer is b:

Sterilization

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29
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Disinfectants are _____ and can be harmful if absorbed through skin.

a) pesticides
b) germicides
c) antiseptics
d) pathogens

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The answer is a:

Pesticides

30
Q

Effective sterilization typically requires the use of a(n) _____.

a) countertop receptacle
b) UV light unit
c) heat lamp
d) autoclave

A

The answer is d:

Autoclave

31
Q

The vast majority of contaminants and pathogens can be removed from the surfaces of tools and implements through proper ______.

a) sterilization
b) disinfection
c) cleaning
d) sanitizing

A

The answer is c:

Cleaning

32
Q

How long an item should be immersed in the disinfectant or a surface left visibly wet to be effective against pathogens is called _____ time.

a) dilution
b) contact
c) efficacy
d) concentrate

A

The answer is b:

Contact

33
Q

What should you never mix with bleach?

a) detergents
b) water
c) disinfectants
d) pesticides

A

The answer is a:

Detergents

34
Q

An item must remain submerged in the disinfectant for _____ unless the product label specifies differently.

a) 2 hours
b) 30 minutes
c) 10 minutes
d) 1 hour

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The answer is c:

10 minutes

35
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Which of the following are a form of formaldehyde, have a very high pH, and can damage the skin and eyes?

a) petrolum distillates
b) quaternary ammonium compounds
c) bleaches
d) phenolic disinfectants

A

The answer is d:

Phenolic disinfectants

36
Q

Bleach must be stored away from _____.

a) metals and plastics
b) heat and light
c) kerosene
d) water

A

The answer is b:

Heat and light

37
Q

Which of the following are known carcinogens?

a) distillates
b) quats
c) phenolics
d) bleaches

A

The answer is c:

Phenolics

38
Q

_______ do not disinfect or sterilize.

a) Liquid disinfecting solutions
b) Autoclaves
c) Quats
d) UV light units

A

The answer is d:

UV light units

39
Q

Towels, linens, and capes that are not thoroughly dried may grow ______.

a) microbes
b) viruses
c) bacteria
d) parasites

A

The answer is c:

Bacteria

40
Q

______ has been linked in recent years to disfiguring infections associated particularly with pedicure bowls.

a) Hepatitis
b) Biofilm
c) Human papilloma virus
d) Mycobacterium

A

The answer is d:

Mycobacterium

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Q

What is one of the most important actions you can take to prevent spreading germs from one person to another?

a) using an antibacterial soap
b) using proper hand washing
c) using an antimicrobial soap
d) using a moisturizing hand lotion

A

The answer is b:

Using proper hand washing

42
Q

Antiseptics generally contain a high volume of _____.

a) alchohol
b) formaldehyde
c) sodium hypochlorite
d) ammonium

A

The answer is a:

Alcohol

43
Q

Which of the following works well as an antiseptic?

a) phenolic disinfectant
b) quaternary ammonium compound
c) hydrogen peroxide
d) petrolium distillate

A

The answer is c:

Hydrogen peroxide

44
Q

Which of the following can be irritating to the lungs if you inhale the fumes?

a) bleach
b) alcohol
c) detergents
d) antiseptics

A

The answer is a:

Bleach

45
Q

In most instances, clients who are infected with the hepatitis B virus or other bloodborne pathogens are ______.

a) symptomatic
b) asymptomatic
c) not contagious
d) under treatment

A

The answer is b:

Asymptomatic

46
Q

When washing your hands, use liquid soaps in pump containers because ____ can grow in bar soaps.

a) bacteria
b) viruses
c) parasites
d) mold

A

The answer is a:

Bacteria

47
Q

What type of incident is contact with non intact skin, blood, body fluid, or potentially infectious materials that is the result of the performance of a workers duties?

a) accident
b) injury
c) hazard
d) exposure

A

The answer is d:

Exposure

48
Q

Should you accidentally cut a client, your first action should be to ______.

a) place your tools in a container designated for cleaning and disinfection
b) wash your hands
c) stop the service immediately
d) disinfect your workstation

A

The answer is c:

Stop the service immediately

49
Q

Sharp disposables should be disposed on in ______.

a) a sharps container
b) a plastic storage bag
c) a double-bagged trash bag
d) the regular trash

A

The answer is a:

A sharps container

50
Q

Clients with impaired immune systems are at ______ risk of infection should they encounter pathogens.

a) decreased
b) the same
c) high
d) very high

A

The answer d:

Very high

51
Q

Water heaters should not be set at higher than _____ degrees Fahrenheit.

a) 75
b) 100
c) 130
d) 150

A

The answer is c:

130

52
Q

As a precaution, you should always test the water temperature ______ before applying to a clients hair or scalp.

a) with your fingertips
b) on the inside of your wrist
c) on the back on your hand
d) on your forearm

A

The answer is b:

On the inside of your wrist

53
Q

“Tangled cord syndrome” can lead to _____ hazards.

a) tripping
b) organization
c) choking
d) fire

A

The answer is a:

Tripping

54
Q

Your clothing should be ______.

a) tight
b) excessively baggy
c) comfortable
d) loose fitting

A

The answer is c:

Comfortable

55
Q

When working on children, how should you hold your client?

a) tightly
b) loosely
c) with your palms
d) gently but firmly

A

The answer is d:

Gently but firmly

56
Q

All employees should be instructed in _____ use.

a) disinfectant
b) fire extinguisher
c) hydraulic chair
d) implement

A

The answer is b:

Fire extinguisher

57
Q

As a beauty professional, your most important responsibility is to ______.

a) protect your clients health and safety
b) keep your license current
c) not take shortcuts for disinfecting
d) be knowledgable

A

The answer is a:

Protect your clients health and safety

58
Q

As a beauty professional, you should be aware of your environment so that you can eliminate ______.

a) the transmission of infectious organisms
b) pathogenic bacteria
c) potential hazards
d) emergencies

A

The answer is c:

Potential hazards

59
Q

It is important to wear ______ while disinfecting nonelectrical tools and implements.

a) safety glasses and gloves
b) nonskid rubber sole shoes
c) a gown
d) a mask

A

The answer is a:

Safety glasses and gloves

60
Q

Never _______ chemicals unless specified in the manufacturers instructions.

a) reuse
b) rebottle
c) mix
d) use gloves with

A

The answer is c:

Mix

61
Q

Blood may carry _____, so you should never touch an open sore or a wound.

a) chemicals
b) pathogens
c) toxic substances
d) potential hazards

A

The answer is b:

Pathogens

62
Q

When handling an exposure incident, once your hands are clean, you should immediately ______.

a) stop the service
b) put on gloves
c) apologize for the incident
d) clean the cut with an antiseptic

A

The answer is b:

Put on gloves

63
Q

You should remove all ______ from your tools and implements before washing.

a) contaminated objects
b) grease or oil
c) traces of solution or soap
d) visible debris

A

The answer is d:

Visible debris

64
Q

A(n) _______ is the invasion of body tissues by disease-causing pathogens.

a) infection
b) contamination
c) disinfection
d) fission

A

The answer is a:

Infection

65
Q

Pathogenic bacteria, viruses, or fungi cannot enter the body through which of the following?

a) the nose
b) intact skin
c) inflamed skin
d) the mouth

A

The answer is b:

Intact skin

66
Q

______ are poisonous substances produced by some microorganisms such as bacteria and viruses.

a) Antitoxins
b) Allergens
c) Pathogens
d) Toxins

A

The answer is d:

Toxins

67
Q

The CDC requires that salons, spas, and barbershops test autoclaves monthly to ensure they are properly sterilizing implements. The accepted method is called a _____ test.

a) performance
b) steam
c) spore
d) control

A

The answer is c:

Spore

68
Q

Disinfectants used in salons, spas, and barbershops should be effective for cleaning blood and body fluids from _____ surfaces.

a) environmental
b) nonporous
c) countertop
d) porous

A

The answer is b:

Nonporous

69
Q

The body prevents and controls infections through which of the following?

a) antitoxins
b) taste buds
c) compromised skin
d) red blood cells

A

The answer is a:

Antitoxins

70
Q

The most common way contagious infections spread is through ______.

a) inhalation
b) water
c) intact skin
d) dirty hands

A

The answer is d:

Dirty hands

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