CAC CAC Safety, Sanitation & Infection Control

Question 1

Which level of decontamination kills all microorganisms including bacterial spores and is required for surgical instruments?

Accepted Answer

Sterilization

Answer

Disinfection

Answer

Sanitization

Answer

Antisepsis

Question 2

In an aesthetic setting, which type of disinfectant is considered a hospital-grade disinfectant appropriate for non-critical surface contact items?

Accepted Answer

EPA-registered intermediate-level disinfectant

Answer

Isopropyl alcohol 30%

Answer

Soap and water only

Answer

Quaternary ammonium at 100 ppm

Question 3

What is the correct order of steps when reprocessing reusable non-sterile implements?

Accepted Answer

Clean, disinfect, rinse, dry

Answer

Disinfect, clean, sterilize, dry

Answer

Rinse, sterilize, clean, dry

Answer

Sanitize, disinfect, autoclave, air dry

Question 4

Which bloodborne pathogen regulation requires aesthetic facilities to maintain an Exposure Control Plan?

Accepted Answer

OSHA Bloodborne Pathogens Standard (29 CFR 1910.1030)

Answer

HIPAA Privacy Rule

Answer

FDA Cosmetic Regulation Act

Answer

CDC Infection Control Guidelines

Question 5

When performing a microneedling procedure, used needles should be disposed of in a:

Accepted Answer

Puncture-resistant sharps container

Answer

Sealed plastic bag

Answer

Regular trash bin with a lid

Answer

Biohazard bag

Question 6

Hand hygiene using an alcohol-based hand rub is NOT appropriate when hands are visibly:

Accepted Answer

Soiled or contaminated with organic material

Answer

Dry after washing

Answer

Recently lotioned

Answer

Gloved during a procedure