STATE BOARD ESTHETICIAN THEORY EXAM CHAPTER 1-
11 NEWEST VERSION 2024-2025 EACH VERSION 50+
QUESTION AND ANSWERS .
What are germs? - ANSWER-Microorganisms that cover almost every
surface including the skin of the human body
What is the difference between pathogenic and non- pathogenic
bacteria? - ANSWER-Pathogenic is disease causing while non-
pathogenic is non-disease causing
Name the 3 basic types of bacteria and their shape? - ANSWER-Bacilli-
rod,Cocci-round,Spirilla-spiral
Name the 3 tiers of the sterilization pyramid beginning with the least
clean? - ANSWER-1:Antiseptic- weaker form of disinfectant
2:Disinfectant -chemicals that kill a majority of pathogenic
microorganisms 3:Sterilization - process of killing all microorganisms
What piece of equipment is the only way to truly sterilize utensils using
steam, heat and pressure? - ANSWER-autoclave
What implements or materials cannot be used in an autoclave? -
ANSWER-glass
,Name two disinfectants used in esthetics? - ANSWER-Sodium
Hydrochloride (household bleach),Formaldehyde
What is the ratio you can dilute household bleach for a disinfectant? -
ANSWER-1:10 with water
Can you use bleach to disinfect metal implements? Why or why not? -
ANSWER-No! chlorine is extremely corrosive to metals and will cause it
to rust
Is an antiseptic stronger than a disinfectant? - ANSWER-no
Name 4 Disposable materials that prevent cross-contamination? -
ANSWER-cotton swabs,paper towels , disposable spatulas,gloves
Describe the cleaning and disinfecting process for each of the
following? - ANSWER-metal tweezers-clean with soap,Suction
attachments-use 70% alcohol them soak for 20 minutes in a
disinfectant,Extractors-clean with soap and water then spray with
cavaside,Galvanic rollers-spray down with alcohol
What does OSHA stand for? - ANSWER-Occupational Safety and Health
Administration
,What is an MSDS? - ANSWER-Material Safety Data Sheets-includes how
to safety clean up after an accidental spill
Name 4 ways to avoid cross-contamination ? - ANSWER-1:Always
remove creams from jars with a disinfected spatula, 2:When removing
creams from jars, remove enough for the entire service.It is better to
remove too much than having to re-dip,3:Tubes or pumps are the most
sanitary method,4:Wax should be dispensed using one spatula per dip.
Why is it important to begin extractions from the chin and work up? -
ANSWER-cross-contamination
Why is it important to use a magnifying lamp while performing
extractions? - ANSWER-Using a magnifying lamp during extractions help
to protect your eyes from debris
Name 3 diseases a client may have that would contraindicate in-office
treatment? - ANSWER-pink eye,impetigo,herpes
What is the CDC? - ANSWER-Center for Disease Control
Why was the blood borne pathogens standard created? - ANSWER-
Minimize transmission of HIV and HEP B among health care workers
, What does opim stand for? - ANSWER-Other potentially infectious
materials
Describe "universal and standard precaution"? - ANSWER-Treat all body
fluids as they were/ are contagious
Outline the appropriate the produce to follow in the event of an
accidental needle/lancet stick? - ANSWER-Wash area vigorously,begin 6
month process of getting tested withing two weeks of accident
List 3 types of airborne illnesses a medical esthetician may encounters -
ANSWER-tuberculosis,influenza,measles
List 3 types of blood borne diseases? - ANSWER-HIV,Hepatitis,Syphilis
List the steps for the correct hand washing procedure? - ANSWER-use
paper towel on faucet,wet hands with liquid soap,use orange wood
stick to clean under finger nails if needed,Rinse thoroughly without
touching faucet,use paper towels to dry hands, use paper towel to turn
off water
Why must an esthetician wear gloves? - ANSWER-Estheticians must
wear gloves to perform in-office treatments in order to protect them
from microorganisms.
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