Infection Control In First Aid

Question 1

Which of the following steps should a cosmetologist perform immediately prior to a service ?
A. Apply hand lotion
B. Rinse hands in cold water
C. Dry hands with a communal cloth towel
D. Wash hands with warm water and soap

Answer 1

D. Wash hands with warm water and soap

Question 2

A disinfectant is acceptable for use on:
A. Human hair
B. Human skin
C. Human nails
D. Tools and multi-use supplies

Answer 2

D. Tools and multi-use supplies

Question 3

Chemical products used to destroy most bacteria (except bacterial spores), fungi and viruses on nonporous surfaces are called:
A. Bar soap
B. Antiseptic
C. Disinfectant
D. Sanitation products

Answer 3

C. Disinfectant

Question 4

Virucidals are disinfectants used to kill:
A. Viruses
B. Tuberculosis
C. Pseudomonas
D. Harmful bacteria

Answer 4

A. Viruses

Question 5

The regulating agency under the department of labor that enforces safety and health standards in the workplace is:
A. DNR
B. SDS
C. USDA
D. OSHA

Answer 5

D. OSHA

Question 6

Key product information, such as toxicology, first aid, fire-fighting measures and ecological information, is provided by the:
A. SDS
B. DNR
C. EPA
D. USDA

Answer 6

A. SDS

Question 7

Who is the party responsible for distribution of safety data sheets?
A. Salon
B. Manufacturers
C. Sales representative
D. Professional associations

Answer 7

B. Manufacturers

Question 8

What is given to a product, along with the approval of the effect, and see claim on the label to ensure the product is safe and effective?
A. Bar code
B. Retail number
C. Toll-free number
D. EPA registration number

Answer 8

D. EPA registration number

Question 9

What does the OSHA ( occupational safety and health administration) blood-borne, pathogen standard required to use of, when tools and multi-use supplies come into contact with blood or bodily fluid?
A. Liquid soap
B. Sanitation practices
C. Non-corrosive cleaners
D. Approved EPA-registered hospital disinfectant

Answer 9

D. Approved EPA-registered hospital disinfectant

Question 10

Which of the following steps should be taken after removing all hair from a brush during a disinfection procedure?
A. Dry brush thoroughly
B. Wash brush with soap and water
C. Store brush in a dry, covered container
D. Immerse brush in a disinfecting solution

Answer 10

B. Wash brush with soap and water

Question 11

All tools must be thoroughly clean before:
A. Lending
B. Disposal
C. Tightening
D. Immersion

Answer 11

D. Immersion

Question 12

Any tools or supplies that come in contact with the client during services must be:
A. Reused or ventilated
B. Reused or discarded
C. Reused or disinfected
D. Discarded or disinfected

Answer 12

D. Discarded or disinfected

Question 13

Metal tools and nonporous supplies used should be disinfected:
A. After each use
B. Twice a day
C. At the end of each day
D. At the beginning of each day

Answer 13

A. After each use

Question 14

All of the following terms describe the type of container disinfected tools or noporous supplies are stored in EXCEPT:
A. Dry
B. Open
C. Covered
D. Disinfected

Answer 14

B. Open

Question 15

If a tool is free from dirt, oil, and/or microbes, it has been:
A. Disposed
B. Dispensed
C. Contaminated
D. Decontaminated

Answer 15

D. Decontaminated

Question 16

Always store disinfectants in containers that are:
A. Clear
B. Plastic
C. Labeled
D. Unclear

Answer 16

C. Labeled

Question 17

All of the following are precautions to take while using chemical disinfectants EXCEPT:
A. Store implements in a cool, dry area
B. Tightly cover and label all containers
C. Purchase chemicals in small quantities
D. Use hands to remove objects from disinfectant

Answer 17

D. Use hands to remove objects from disinfectant

Question 18

Why is it important to add disinfectant to water when diluting a concentrate?
A. Prevents dilution
B. Prevents foaming
C. Prevents disinfection
D. Prevents concentration

Answer 18

B. Prevents foaming

Question 19

How often should the solution and disinfectant containers be changed?
A. Yearly
B. Monthly
C. Every two weeks
D. As directed by manufacturer

Answer 19

D. As directed by manufacturer

Question 20

Which of the following services normally requires the use of sterilization procedures?
A. Perming
B. Sculpting
C. Electrolysis
D. Shampooing

Answer 20

C. Electrolysis

Question 21

Tools and instruments used to puncture or invade the skin must be sterilized or designed to be:
A. Dull
B. Dirty
C. Porous
D. Disposable

Answer 21

D. Disposable

Question 22

Sterilization standards require the use of liquid sterilant and/or moist or:
A. Dry heat
B. Liquid soap
C. Sanitized tools
D. Wet disinfectant container

Answer 22

A. Dry heat

Question 23

An approved EPA registered hospital disinfectant is required for use when:
A. Tools are new
B. Client’s request it
C. Tools used to apply product to the skin
D. Tools come in contact with blood or bodily fluids

Answer 23

D. Tools come in contact with blood or bodily fluids

Question 24

What is the proper procedure for dealing with tools and multi-use supplies that a have NOT come in contact with blood or body fluids?
A. Clean only
B. Discard immediately
C. Use only warm water and soap
D. Use an approved EPA- registered disinfectant

Answer 24

D. Use an approved EPA- registered disinfectant

Question 25

When performing a procedure for cleaning and disinfecting tools, which of the following steps would occur first?
A. Dry item thoroughly
B. Rinse away soap with warm water
C. Put on safety glasses and single-use gloves
D. Clean item with warm running water and soap

Answer 25

C. Put on safety glasses and single-use gloves

Question 26

Which of the following statements identifies an appropriate steps for a basic handwashing procedure?
A. Rinse hands in cold water
B. Use a communal towel for drying
C. Spend at least 20 seconds working in a good lather
D. Position hands upward to allow rinse to progress from fingertips to wrist

Answer 26

C. Spend at least 20 seconds working in a good lather

Question 27

What do you do when a blood exposure incident occurs?
A. Stop the service
B. Discard contaminated supply
C. Ask another professional to assist
D. Clean injured area with soap and water

Answer 27

A. Stop the service

Question 28

When performing first aid for bleeding wounds, what is the next step after bleeding stops?
A. Apply pressure
B. Apply bandage
C. Apply tourniquet
D. Elevate injured limb

Answer 28

B. Apply bandage

Question 29

If the skin is not broken following a heat or electrical burn, which of the following actions is recommended to treat the burn area?
A. Apply ointment
B. Apply warm compress
C. Immerse in cold water
D. Immerse and warm water

Answer 29

C. Immerse in cold water

Question 30

In case of a chemical injury to the eye, which of the following steps is recommended?
A. Flush the eyeball with hot water for 45 minutes
B. Flush the eyeball with cold water for 45 minutes
C. Flush the eyeball with hot water for 3 to 5 minutes
D. Flush the eyeball with the lukewarm water for 15 to 30 minutes

Answer 30

D. Flush the eyeball with the lukewarm water for 15 to 30 minutes