Esthetician Practice Exam Esthetician Practice Infection Control and Safety Questions and Answers 3

Question 1

How should single-use items such as disposable extraction lancets be discarded after use on a client?

Accepted Answer

In a labeled sharps container

Answer

Used sharps must be placed in a puncture-resistant, labeled sharps container to comply with bloodborne pathogen standards.

Question 2

What is the required contact time for most EPA-registered hospital-grade disinfectants used on salon surfaces?

Accepted Answer

10 minutes

Answer

Most EPA-registered hospital-grade disinfectants require a wet contact time of 10 minutes to be fully effective.

Question 3

Which personal protective equipment is required when performing extractions that may involve exposure to blood or body fluids?

Accepted Answer

Gloves and safety glasses

Answer

Both gloves and eye protection are required during procedures with potential exposure to blood or body fluids.

Question 4

What is the correct order of steps for processing reusable implements between clients?

Accepted Answer

Clean, rinse, disinfect or sterilize, store

Answer

Implements must first be cleaned of debris, rinsed, then disinfected or sterilized before proper storage.

Question 5

Which agency is primarily responsible for regulating the safety of cosmetic products and devices used by estheticians in the United States?

Accepted Answer

FDA

Answer

The FDA regulates the safety and labeling of cosmetics, topical products, and devices used in esthetic practice.

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