Infection Control and Safety Flashcards
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What is the correct way to handle a broken glass implement that may be contaminated?
Answer: Use a broom and dustpan or tongs, then dispose of it in a puncture-resistant container
Broken glass must be handled with tools (not bare hands) and disposed of in a puncture-resistant sharps container to prevent injuries and pathogen exposure.
Which of the following best describes the chain of infection?
Answer: The sequence of events required for a disease to spread from one host to another
The chain of infection includes the pathogen, reservoir, exit, transmission, entry, and susceptible host — breaking any link prevents the spread of disease.
A client has open sores on their scalp. What should the cosmetologist do?
Answer: Decline the service and refer the client to a physician
Open sores, lesions, or inflamed skin are contraindications for salon services; the client must be referred to a healthcare provider before receiving treatment.
What is the primary difference between bacteriostatic and bactericidal products?
Answer: Bacteriostatic products slow bacterial growth; bactericidal products kill bacteria
Bacteriostatic agents inhibit bacterial reproduction without killing them, while bactericidal agents actively kill bacteria — salons require bactericidal disinfectants.
How should clean, disinfected implements be stored in the salon?
Answer: In a closed, clean, labeled container or drawer
Clean, disinfected implements must be stored in a closed, labeled container to protect them from recontamination until they are used.
Which of the following personal protective equipment (PPE) is most important for a cosmetologist to use when mixing chemical solutions?
Answer: Gloves and safety glasses
Gloves protect the skin from chemical burns and absorption, while safety glasses protect the eyes from splashes when mixing chemical solutions.
What is the role of the immune system in infection control?
Answer: It provides the body's natural defense against pathogens
The immune system is the body's natural defense mechanism that identifies and destroys pathogens, though it must be supported by external infection control practices in the salon.