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What are Germs?
Microorganisms that cover almost every surface including the skin of the human body
What is the difference between pathogenic and non pathogenic bacteria?
the 3 basic types of bacteria and their shape
bacilli:rod
cocci: round
spirilla: spiral
weaker form of disinfectant.
antiseptic
chemicals that kill the majority of pathogenic microorganisms
disinfectant
process of killing all microorganisms
sterilization
what piece of equipment is the only way to truly sterilize utensils using steam, heat, pressure?
autoclave
what implements or materials cannot be used in an autoclave
glass
two disinfectants used in esthetics
sodium hydrochloride
formaldehyde
what is the ratio you can dilute household bleach for a disinfectant
1:10 with water
4 disposable materials that prevent cross contamination
cotton swabs, paper towels, disposable spatulas, gloves
OSHA stands for:
occupational safety and health administration
MSDS includes:
how to safely clean up after an accidental spill
3 diseases a client may have that would contraindicate in office treatments
pink eye, impetigo, herpes.
OPIM stands for:
Other Potential Infection Material
universal and standard precautions
treat all body fluids as they were/are contagious
3 types of blood borne diseases
HIV, Hepatitis, Syphilis
why must an esthetician wear gloves
Estheticians must wear gloves to preform in office treatments in order to protect them from microorganisms
skin infection caused by bacteria. usually the cause is Staphylococcal but sometimes streptococcus
impetigo
What are symptoms of impetigo
small blisters that expand and rupture within 24 hr. yellow fluid that drains and forms a honey colored crust
genetically inherited disease-excess oil secreted by the sebaceous glands. cells that clog the pores trapping oil in the follicle
acne
what causes adult acne
primary catalyst of chronic stress, high level of stress throws adrenal glands in overdrive.