Bacteria
What shape are cocci bacteria?
round
Which level removes dirt and debris?
cleaning
What is the first step if a client is accidentally cut?
Stop the service & put on gloves
Who writes laws that establish scope of practice?
State legislature
How many seconds should you wash your hands?
20 seconds
Which cocci grow in clusters and cause boils and abscesses?
Staphylococci
Which level kills most pathogens but not spores?
Disinfecting
After cleaning a wound, what should you apply?
Antiseptic & bandage
Who creates rules/regulations for salons?
State board/regulatory agencies
True or False: Viruses can be treated with antibiotics.
false
Which bacteria are rod-shaped and cause tetanus & TB?
Bacilli
Which level kills all microorganisms, including spores?
Sterilizing
Where should contaminated items be disposed of?
Double-bagged container
Which agency requires SDS for every product?
OSHA
Name one contagious condition that must be refused service.
Pink eye, lice, ringworm
Which bacteria are spiral/corkscrew shaped?
Spirilla
What must all disinfectants used in spas be registered with?
EPA
What should you always do after removing gloves?
Wash your hands
Which agency registers disinfectants as bactericidal, fungicidal, and virucidal?
EPA
Which microorganism includes mold, mildew, and ringworm?
Fungi
Name the 3 types of cocci and how they grow.
Staphylococci (clusters), Streptococci (chains), Diplococci (pairs)
Name the 3 levels of infection control in order
Cleaning → Disinfecting → Sterilizing
List all 7 steps of the blood exposure procedure in order.
(Stop service, glove up, clean wound, bandage, dispose contaminated items, disinfect implements, wash hands)
What is the difference between a law and a rule?
Laws = broad legal guidelines; Rules = detailed, can change frequently; both enforceable
Which parasites can be spread directly from client to professional?
Lice & scabies