Foundations: Infection Control Exam Review Flashcards
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
The answer is b:
Regulate licensing
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
The answer is a:
OSHA standards
_______ establish specific standards of conduct and can be changed or updated frequently.
a. Regulations
b. Laws
c. Statues
d. Rules
The answer is d:
Rules
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
The answer is d:
EPA
Laws are written by _____.
a. state boards
b. federal and state legislatures
c. regulatory agencies
d. health departments
The answer is b:
Federal and state legislatures
Which of the following are chemical products that destroy most bacteria, fungi, and viruses on surfaces?
a. disinfectants
b. sanitizers
c. cleaners
d. sterilizers
The answer is a:
Disinfectants
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
The answer is c:
Safety Data Sheet
______ disinfectant is an example of a tuberculocidal disinfectant.
a) Nonpathogenic
b) Quaternary ammonium
c) Single use
d) Phenolic
The answer is d:
Phenolic
Disinfection is not effective against ______.
a) bacterial spores
b) bacteria
c) viruses
d) molds
The answer is a:
Bacterial spores
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
The answer is b:
Pathogenic
A disinfectant that is a fungicidal is capable of destroying _______.
a) parasites
b) viruses
c) bacteria
d) molds
The answer is d:
Molds
Which of the following is a mechanical process using soap and water or detergent and water?
a) sanitizing
b) sterilizing
c) cleaning
d) disinfecting
The answer is c:
Cleaning
An inflammation is characterized by ______.
a) redness, heat, pain and/or swelling
b) red papules or spots
c) coughing or sneezing
d) blood poisoning
The answer is a:
Redness, heat, pain and/or swelling
Which of the following are single-celled microorganisms that have both plant and animal characteristics?
a) fungus
b) parasite
c) bacteria
d) virus
The answer is c:
Bacteria
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
The answer is b:
Virus
Staph bacteria are responsible for ______.
a) common colds
b) chicken pox
c) influenza
d) food poisoning
The answer is d:
Food poisoning
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
The answer is c:
Ringworm
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
The answer is a:
Systemic
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
The answer is c:
MRSA
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
The answer is d:
The body’s defense mechanisms
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
The answer is b:
Biofilms
The presence of pus is a sign of a ______ infection.
a) bacterial
b) parasitic
c) viral
d) biofilm
The answer is a:
Bacterial
Which of the following can prevent viruses from growing in the body?
a) virucidal disinfectant
b) antibiotics
c) standard precautions
d) vaccinations
The answer is d:
Vaccinations
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
The answer is b:
The skin is broken
Hepatitis is a bloodborne virus that causes disease and can damage what body organ?
a) kidney
b) lungs
c) heart
d) liver
The answer is d:
Liver
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
The answer is c:
Hepatitis
AIDS is a disease that breaks down the body’s _____ system.
a) immune
b) nervous
c) endocrine
d) cardiovascular
The answer is a:
Immune
_____ is the process that destroys all microbial life, including spores.
a) Sanitizing
b) Sterilization
c) Disinfecting
d) Cleaning
The answer is b:
Sterilization
Disinfectants are _____ and can be harmful if absorbed through skin.
a) pesticides
b) germicides
c) antiseptics
d) pathogens
The answer is a:
Pesticides
Effective sterilization typically requires the use of a(n) _____.
a) countertop receptacle
b) UV light unit
c) heat lamp
d) autoclave
The answer is d:
Autoclave
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
The answer is c:
Cleaning
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
The answer is b:
Contact
What should you never mix with bleach?
a) detergents
b) water
c) disinfectants
d) pesticides
The answer is a:
Detergents
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
The answer is c:
10 minutes
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
The answer is d:
Phenolic disinfectants
Bleach must be stored away from _____.
a) metals and plastics
b) heat and light
c) kerosene
d) water
The answer is b:
Heat and light
Which of the following are known carcinogens?
a) distillates
b) quats
c) phenolics
d) bleaches
The answer is c:
Phenolics
_______ do not disinfect or sterilize.
a) Liquid disinfecting solutions
b) Autoclaves
c) Quats
d) UV light units
The answer is d:
UV light units
Towels, linens, and capes that are not thoroughly dried may grow ______.
a) microbes
b) viruses
c) bacteria
d) parasites
The answer is c:
Bacteria
______ has been linked in recent years to disfiguring infections associated particularly with pedicure bowls.
a) Hepatitis
b) Biofilm
c) Human papilloma virus
d) Mycobacterium
The answer is d:
Mycobacterium
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
The answer is b:
Using proper hand washing
Antiseptics generally contain a high volume of _____.
a) alchohol
b) formaldehyde
c) sodium hypochlorite
d) ammonium
The answer is a:
Alcohol
Which of the following works well as an antiseptic?
a) phenolic disinfectant
b) quaternary ammonium compound
c) hydrogen peroxide
d) petrolium distillate
The answer is c:
Hydrogen peroxide
Which of the following can be irritating to the lungs if you inhale the fumes?
a) bleach
b) alcohol
c) detergents
d) antiseptics
The answer is a:
Bleach
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
The answer is b:
Asymptomatic
When washing your hands, use liquid soaps in pump containers because ____ can grow in bar soaps.
a) bacteria
b) viruses
c) parasites
d) mold
The answer is a:
Bacteria
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
The answer is d:
Exposure
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
The answer is c:
Stop the service immediately
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
The answer is a:
A sharps container
Clients with impaired immune systems are at ______ risk of infection should they encounter pathogens.
a) decreased
b) the same
c) high
d) very high
The answer d:
Very high
Water heaters should not be set at higher than _____ degrees Fahrenheit.
a) 75
b) 100
c) 130
d) 150
The answer is c:
130
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
The answer is b:
On the inside of your wrist
“Tangled cord syndrome” can lead to _____ hazards.
a) tripping
b) organization
c) choking
d) fire
The answer is a:
Tripping
Your clothing should be ______.
a) tight
b) excessively baggy
c) comfortable
d) loose fitting
The answer is c:
Comfortable
When working on children, how should you hold your client?
a) tightly
b) loosely
c) with your palms
d) gently but firmly
The answer is d:
Gently but firmly
All employees should be instructed in _____ use.
a) disinfectant
b) fire extinguisher
c) hydraulic chair
d) implement
The answer is b:
Fire extinguisher
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
The answer is a:
Protect your clients health and safety
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
The answer is c:
Potential hazards
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
The answer is a:
Safety glasses and gloves
Never _______ chemicals unless specified in the manufacturers instructions.
a) reuse
b) rebottle
c) mix
d) use gloves with
The answer is c:
Mix
Blood may carry _____, so you should never touch an open sore or a wound.
a) chemicals
b) pathogens
c) toxic substances
d) potential hazards
The answer is b:
Pathogens
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
The answer is b:
Put on gloves
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
The answer is d:
Visible debris
A(n) _______ is the invasion of body tissues by disease-causing pathogens.
a) infection
b) contamination
c) disinfection
d) fission
The answer is a:
Infection
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
The answer is b:
Intact skin
______ are poisonous substances produced by some microorganisms such as bacteria and viruses.
a) Antitoxins
b) Allergens
c) Pathogens
d) Toxins
The answer is d:
Toxins
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
The answer is c:
Spore
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
The answer is b:
Nonporous
The body prevents and controls infections through which of the following?
a) antitoxins
b) taste buds
c) compromised skin
d) red blood cells
The answer is a:
Antitoxins
The most common way contagious infections spread is through ______.
a) inhalation
b) water
c) intact skin
d) dirty hands
The answer is d:
Dirty hands
