Cosmetology Test Infection Control and Safety 3

Question 1

What is the difference between cleaning and disinfecting?

Accepted Answer

Cleaning removes dirt; disinfecting kills pathogens on a clean surface

Answer

They are the same process

Answer

Disinfecting removes dirt; cleaning kills pathogens

Answer

Cleaning sterilizes; disinfecting sanitizes

Question 2

Which of the following conditions is caused by a fungus and can affect the skin or nails of salon clients?

Accepted Answer

Tinea

Answer

Impetigo

Answer

Herpes simplex

Answer

Scabies

Question 3

A cosmetologist accidentally cuts a client during a service. What is the FIRST step to take?

Accepted Answer

Stop the service and put on gloves

Answer

Apply disinfectant to the wound

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Ask the client to apply pressure and continue

Answer

Document the incident in the client file

Question 4

What does 'single-use' mean in the context of salon implements?

Accepted Answer

The item must be discarded after one use

Answer

The item can be reused after cleaning

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The item requires sterilization between uses

Answer

The item can only be used on one type of service

Question 5

Which type of bacteria forms a protective coating that makes them highly resistant to disinfectants?

Accepted Answer

Spore-forming bacteria

Answer

Cocci

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Bacilli

Answer

Spirilla

Question 6

In a salon, where should used (contaminated) implements be placed immediately after use?

Accepted Answer

In a closed container labeled for contaminated items

Answer

In a clean dry towel on the counter

Answer

Back in the sanitizing jar with other implements

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In a UV cabinet

Question 7

What is the purpose of ventilation in a nail salon?

Accepted Answer

To reduce exposure to chemical fumes and vapors

Answer

To maintain comfortable room temperature

Answer

To dry nail polish faster

Answer

To keep humidity levels stable