Question 1

What is the purpose of hand sanitizer in infection control?

Accepted Answer

To kill or reduce the number of germs on the hands.

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To neutralize the harmful effects of chemicals on the hands.

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To prevent the growth of fungi and mold on the hands.

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To remove dirt and debris from the hands.

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To moisturize and hydrate the skin on the hands.

Question 2

What is the purpose of personal protective equipment (PPE) in infection control?

Accepted Answer

To protect the wearer and prevent the spread of pathogens.

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To prevent the growth of fungi and mold.

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To kill all bacteria and viruses, including their spores.

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To remove dirt and debris from surfaces.

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To neutralize the harmful effects of chemicals.

Question 3

What is the purpose of an autoclave in infection control?

Accepted Answer

To effectively sterilize equipment and instruments.

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To prevent the growth of fungi and mold.

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To remove dirt and debris from surfaces.

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To kill all bacteria and viruses, including their spores.

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To neutralize the harmful effects of chemicals.

Question 4

What is the purpose of disinfection?

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To kill or destroy most pathogens, but not their spores.

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To neutralize the harmful effects of chemicals.

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To prevent the growth of fungi and mold.

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To remove dirt and debris from surfaces.

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To kill all bacteria and viruses, including their spores.

Question 5

What is the correct order of steps in the hand-washing procedure?

Accepted Answer

Apply soap, lather and scrub hands for 20 seconds, rinse thoroughly, dry with disposable towel

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Lather and scrub hands for 10 seconds, rinse thoroughly, apply soap, dry with disposable towel

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Lather and scrub hands for 20 seconds, rinse thoroughly, apply soap, dry with disposable towel

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Apply soap, rinse thoroughly, dry with disposable towel

Question 6

What is the recommended duration for hand rubbing with alcohol-based hand sanitizer?

Accepted Answer

At least 20 seconds.

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At least 5 seconds.

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At least 30 seconds.

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At least 10 seconds.

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Hand sanitizers do not require a specific duration.

Question 7

What is the purpose of a sharps container in infection control?

Accepted Answer

To safely dispose of used needles and other sharps.

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To remove dirt and debris from surfaces.

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To prevent the growth of fungi and mold.

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To neutralize the harmful effects of chemicals.

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To store sterile supplies and equipment.

Question 8

What is the purpose of an EPA-registered disinfectant?

Accepted Answer

To effectively kill or inactivate specific pathogens.

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To remove dirt and debris from surfaces.

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To prevent the growth of fungi and mold.

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To neutralize the harmful effects of chemicals.

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To eliminate all microorganisms and their spores.

Question 9

What is the purpose of aseptic technique in infection control?

Accepted Answer

To prevent the contamination of sterile areas or objects.

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To remove dirt and debris from surfaces.

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To kill all bacteria and viruses, including their spores.

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To neutralize the harmful effects of chemicals.

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To prevent the growth of fungi and mold.

Question 10

What is the correct way to handle contaminated waste in infection control?

Accepted Answer

Place it in a designated biohazard bag or container.

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Leave it out in an open area for later disposal.

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Flush it down the toilet.

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Wrap it in regular plastic bags before disposal.

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Throw it in a regular trash bin without any special precautions.

Question 11

What is the primary goal of infection control?

Accepted Answer

Prevent the spread of infections

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Minimize the use of personal protective equipment

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Promote the growth of bacteria

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Increase the risk of infections

Question 12

Which of the following is an example of a non-porous surface?

Accepted Answer

Stainless steel

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Cardboard

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Carpet

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Wood

Question 13

What is the purpose of personal protective equipment (PPE) in infection control?

Accepted Answer

To protect healthcare workers and patients from infectious materials

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To promote the growth of bacteria

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To minimize the use of resources

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To increase the risk of infections

Question 14

Which of the following is an example of a transmission-based precaution?

Accepted Answer

Contact precaution

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Standard precaution

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Cough etiquette

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Hand hygiene

Question 15

What is the purpose of hand hygiene?

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To prevent the spread of microorganisms

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To promote the growth of bacteria

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To dry the hands

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To remove fingerprints

Question 16

What is the correct sequence of cleaning and disinfection?

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Clean, rinse, disinfect

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Disinfect, clean, rinse

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Rinse, clean, disinfect

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Clean, disinfect, rinse

Question 17

What is the purpose of an autoclave in infection control?

Accepted Answer

To sterilize equipment and instruments

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To store personal protective equipment

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To promote the growth of bacteria

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To clean surfaces

Question 18

What is the purpose of isolation precautions in infection control?

Accepted Answer

To prevent the transmission of infectious agents

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To promote the growth of bacteria

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To increase the risk of infections

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To limit patient mobility

Question 19

Which of the following is NOT an acceptable method of cleaning your implements?

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Soaking the implements in alcohol

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Using a disinfectant solution on the implements

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Washing the implements with soap and water

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Rinse the implements in alcohol

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Using an autoclave to sterilize the implements

Question 20

What is the correct order of the infection control measures?

Accepted Answer

Clean, disinfect, sterilize

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Disinfect, sterilize, clean

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Clean, infect, sterilize

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Sterilize, disinfect, clean

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Sterilize, clean, disinfect

Question 21

Which of the following is an example of a communicable disease?

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Influenza

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Asthma

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Diabetes

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Hypertension

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Influenza

Question 22

What is the correct way to dispose of single-use items used during a salon service?

Accepted Answer

Place them in a covered waste bin or container

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Throw them directly into a regular trash bin

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Place them in a uncovered waste bin or container

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Flush them down the toilet

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Reuse them for future salon services

Question 23

What is the purpose of a barrier cream?

Accepted Answer

To protect the skin from chemicals and irritants

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To remove excess oil from the skin

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To promote bacterial growth on the skin

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To allow the skin to become irritated by  the chemicals

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To enhance the absorption of products into the skin

Question 24

What is the purpose of sterilization in infection control?

Accepted Answer

To destroy all forms of microbial life on the implements

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To remove visible dirt and debris from the implements

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To reduce the number of germs and pathogens on the implements

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To produce more  forms of microbial life on the implements

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To kill most germs and pathogens on the implements

Question 25

What is the correct method of hand hygiene to prevent the spread of infections?

Accepted Answer

Washing hands with soap and water for at least 20 seconds

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Wiping hands on a towel without washing

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Washing hands with soap and water for at least 50 seconds

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Quickly rinsing hands with water

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Using hand sanitizer without water

Question 26

What is the purpose of an MSDS (Material Safety Data Sheet)?

Accepted Answer

To provide information about the potential hazards and safe handling of a product

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To indicate the expiration date of a product

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To list the ingredients of a product

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To withhold  information about the potential hazards and safe handling of a product

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To detail the manufacturing process of a product

Question 27

What is the purpose of disinfection in infection control?

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To kill most germs and pathogens on surfaces

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To sterilize all surfaces

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To remove visible dirt and debris from surfaces

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To control most germs and pathogens on surfaces

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To reduce the number of germs and pathogens on surfaces

Question 28

Which of the following is true about the EPA?

Accepted Answer

The EPA regulates the use and disposal of chemicals in salons

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The EPA does not regulates the use and disposal of chemicals in salons

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The EPA provides licenses to salon professionals

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The EPA focuses solely on water conservation

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The EPA is responsible for setting beauty industry standards

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