Question 1

The scientific study of microorganisms called bacteria is known as:

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bacteriology

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trichology

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microbiology

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pathology

Question 2

Nonpathogenic bacteria are:

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harmless

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disease producing

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nonliving

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harmful

Question 3

A type of pathogenic bacteria that feeds of living organisms while contributing nothing is the:

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parasite

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virus

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saprophyte

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bioburden

Question 4

Before disinfection or sterilization, tools and implements must first be:

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cleaned

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sprayed with water

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dry

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boiled

Question 5

What type of hepatitis is most difficult to kill on a surface?

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hepatitis B

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hepatitis C

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hepatitis A

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hepatitis D

Question 6

The most common form of pathogenic bacteria is:

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bacilli

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cocci

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spirilla

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saprophytes

Question 7

The two signs of infection are:

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pus and inflammation

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bleeding and scabbing

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scabs and scars

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paleness and recessed areas

Question 8

Bacteria that is found in soil and water and may particularly affect pedicure bowls is:

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mycobacterium

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mitochondria

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Hepatitis

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MRSA

Question 9

Some forms of bacteria are able to move about with the aid of:

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flagella and cilia

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spores

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moisture

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air and wind

Question 10

The inactive stage in the life cycle of bacteria is known as the:

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spore-forming stage

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vegetative stage

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mitosis stage

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pathogenic stage

Question 11

During the active stage, bacteria:

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grow and reproduce

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form spores

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turn into viruses

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die

Question 12

A disease transferred from one person to another is:

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contagious

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nonpathogetic

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asymptomatic

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infectious

Question 13

The common cold and flu are caused by:

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viruses

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fungi

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saprophytes

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parasites

Question 14

Bacteria are not harmed by disinfectants while in the:

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spore-forming stage

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mitosis stage

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vegetative stage

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active stage

Question 15

Pathogens may enter the body through:

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broken skin

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moist skin

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unbroken skin

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oily skin

Question 16

Resistance to disease or the ability to fight off disease is known as:

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immunity

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asymptomatic

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superiority

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human disease carrier

Question 17

Acquired immune deficiency syndrome attacks and destroys:

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the body's immune system

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the body's nervous system

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the liver

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the body's blood supply

Question 18

Hepatitis attacks:

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the liver

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the blood supply

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the immune system

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the nervous system

Question 19

A submicroscopic particle and infects and resides in the cells of biological organisms that can only replicate by taking over the cell's reproductive function is a:

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virus

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Host

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Bacterium

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fungus

Question 20

Single celled organisms that grow in irregular masses and can cause ringworm are:

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fungi

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biofilms

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bacteria

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viruses

Question 21

The process of destroying all microbial life is:

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Sterilization

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Disinfection

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Sanitation

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Bacteriology

Question 22

Dirt, oils, and microbes are considered:

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Contaminants

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Pathogens

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Spores

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Parasites

Question 23

Substances used to eliminate most microorganisms on contaminated tools and nonliving surfaces are:

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Disinfectants

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Astringents

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Antiseptics

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Styptics

Question 24

The body's first line of defense against infection is through:

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unbroken skin

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secretions

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antitoxins

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white blood cells

Question 25

A product used to break down stubborn films and remove the residue of pedicure products is:

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chelating soaps

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Bleach

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Alcohol

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Phenols

Question 26

A staph infection that appears as a skin condition, becomes systemic, and can easily be spread in the salon is:

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MRSA

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HPV

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Hepatitis

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AIDS

Question 27

Chemical solutions used in the salon should be kept in:

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properly labeled containers

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dry sanitizers

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the refrigerator

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heated cabinets

Question 28

A chemical germicide used to prevent or slow the growth of bacteria is:

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an antiseptic

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a fumigant

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deodorant

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a disinfectant

Question 29

Surfaces and tools for disinfection must be:

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nonporous

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metal

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porous

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plastic

Question 30

Dispose of any material coming in contact with blood or body fluids in a:

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resealable plastic bag inside a waste can liner

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covered container

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cool, dry place

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covered trash receptacle

Question 31

If chemicals get into the eyes you should rinse in:

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Lukewarm water for 15-30 minutes

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Cold water for 15-30 seconds

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Lukewarm water for 15-30 seconds

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Cold water for 15-30 minutes

Question 32

Bleach used in the salon as a disinfectant should be mixed in what concentration?

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10%

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50%

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20%

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5%

Question 33

If a person has an electrical or heat burn but the skin is not broken:

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Immerse the area in cold water

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Immediately apply burn cream

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Break any blisters that form

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Immerse the area in lukewarm water

Question 34

A person who carries a disease producing bacteria with no recognizable symptoms is:

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Asymptomatic

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Immune

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Nonpathogenic

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Viral

Question 35

An infection that occurs when bacteria is carried all over the body is a/an:

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General infection

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Asymptomatic infection

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Local infection

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Viral infection

Question 36

A set of guidelines set by the CDC that requires you to assume all body fluids are infected with bloodborne pathogens is called:

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Standard or universal precautions

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Bloodborne pathogen standard

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OSHA regulations

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Good Samaritan laws

Question 37

An infection that affects a small area of the body is called a/an:

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Local infection

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Asymptomatic infection

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General infection

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Contagious infection

Question 38

The recommended range of time that implements should be immersed in a disinfectant like quats is:

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10 minutes

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30 minutes

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5 minutes

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Overnight

Question 39

A type of immunity received through inoculations or after overcoming a disease is:

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Acquired or passive

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Natural or active

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Direct

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Indirect

Question 40

A type of immunity received at birth or through hygienic living is:

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Natural

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Direct

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Passive

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Acquired

Question 41

Transmission of blood or body fluids through contact with an intermediate contaminated object is called:

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Indirect transmission

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Inactive transmission

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Direct transmission

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Active transmission

Question 42

The process by which bacterial cells reproduce is called:

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binary fission or mitosis

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flagella or cilia

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mobility

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transmission

Question 43

The purpose of this is to reduce the number of pathogens/germs on a surface:

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sanitizing

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disinfecting

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bleaching

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sterilizing

Question 44

The type of decontamination used mostly by doctors and surgeons who invade or puncture the skin is:

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sterilization

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sanitation

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disinfection

Question 45

Quats and phenols are examples of what level of decontamination?

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Disinfection

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Sterilization

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Sanitation

Question 46

What is the shape of bacilli?

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Rod

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Spiral

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Corkscrew

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Round

Question 47

What is the shape of cocci?

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Round

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Corkscrew

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Rod

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Spirilla

Question 48

What is the shape of spirilla?

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Corkscrew

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Circular

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Rod

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Round

Question 49

How does diplococci grow?

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In pairs

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In clusters

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In bunches

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In chains

Question 50

How does staphylococci grow?

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In clusters

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In pairs

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In beads

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In chains

Question 51

How does streptococci grow?

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In chains

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In clusters

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In pairs

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In bunches

Question 52

What does OSHA require that we keep on hand for all products used or sold in the salon?

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SDS

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Efficacy labels

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Original receipts of purchase

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EPA registration number

Question 53

Disinfectants with a high pH that can cause skin irritation and ruin plastic or rubber implements is:

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Phenols

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Alcohol

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Quats

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Accelerated hydrogen peroxide

Question 54

When disinfecting a foot spa between clients, you should:

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Circulate disinfectant for 10 minutes

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Circulate antiseptic for 10 minutes

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Add disinfectant to the foot soak

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Add bleach to the foot soak

Question 55

Mix disinfectants by adding:

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disinfectants to water

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Soap to disinfectant

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Bleach to disinfectant

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Water to disinfectants

Question 56

Contact with no intact skin, blood, or body fluid as a result of your job duties is called a/an:

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Exposure Incident

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Contamination Incident

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Universal Precaution

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Asymptomatic Episode

Question 57

All of the following are ways to improve your immune system EXCEPT:

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excessive use of antibiotics

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getting proper nutrition

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limiting alcohol use and stress

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sleeping 8-9 hours per night

Question 58

Disinfectants must destroy all of the following EXCEPT:

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skin cells

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fungi

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viruses

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bacteria

Question 59

All of the following are caused by a virus EXCEPT:

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MRSA

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Covid

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AIDS

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Common cold

Question 60

All of the following are recommended PPE to use in the salon EXCEPT:

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Shoe covers

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gloves

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masks

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goggle/safety glasses

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