PSI Written Exam Cosmetology questions with correct
answers
What is the BEST thing to do FIRST in the event of a minor burn?
Correct Answer-Immerse in cold water
Which is the proper way to wash hands? Correct Answer-Wet, lather,
scrub, rinse, dry
Which of the following is the FIRST step in properly cleaning a footpath
tub? Correct Answer-Drain the water from a footpath and remove any
visible debris.
How often should capes and linens be disinfected? Correct Answer-
After each use
Which procedure would prepare implements that may accidentally be
exposed to blood or body fluid? Correct Answer-Disinfection
All of the following prevent burns while waxing EXCEPT Correct
Answer-Heat wax in a microwave or stove top
Goggles should be worn during all of the following EXCEPT Correct
Answer-Sanitizing hands
Why do tuberculocidal disinfectants require special handling? Correct
Answer-They require special methods of disposal.
,Which is the appropriate treatment for eye irritation? Correct Answer-
Flush eye with plenty of clean water
Which of the following is the single most important practice to eliminate
cross-contamination Correct Answer-hand sanitizing
Which of the following should be used to treat an allergy of the skin?
Correct Answer-lotions
Which of the following is the Decontamination Method 2 for blood or
other infectious materials on items? Correct Answer-Cleaning and then
sterilizing
All of the following are steps in decontaminating workstations when
there is an exposure incident EXCEPT Correct Answer-Discard all
disposable contaminated material in nearest trash receptacle
Which is the FIRST step in disinfecting implements? Correct Answer-
Scrub with soap and water
Which of the following is the best way to avoid accidental exposure to
body fluids and blood borne pathogens on the skin? Correct Answer-
Wearing Gloves
,Which of the following is a device that uses steam to sterilize equipment
and deactivate bacteria, viruses, fungi, and spores? Correct Answer-
Autoclave
Which is a place for storing disinfected tools and implements in the
salon? Correct Answer-Covered container
All of the following are TRUE when testing the temperature of wax
EXCEPT Correct Answer-wax should be runny
Which of the following should be completed before every waxing
service to ensure that the client has a thorough understanding of the
procedure? Correct Answer-Release form
Which is the highest level of decontamination used for implements in
salons? Correct Answer-sterilization
Which disinfectant is appropriate for stopping the take over of the host
cell's reproductive function? Correct Answer-Virucidal
Which of the following is the FIRST step in responding to a blood
exposure incident? Correct Answer-Stop the service
Which of the following is a common viral infection seen in salons and
resembles small black dots, usually in clustered groups? Correct
Answer-plantar warts
, What is the meaning of nonpathogenic? Correct Answer-Harmless
organisms that may perform useful functions
A non-chemical drape is appropriate for all of the following EXCEPT
Correct Answer-Shampooing and conditioning
Which of the following is a sterilizer approved for salon use? Correct
Answer-Autoclave
All of the following are addressed by OSHA's standards for products
EXCEPT Correct Answer-Using
Where do the guidelines for human blood and body fluids come from?
Correct Answer-universal precautions
Which of the following are the qualifications to be an EPA approved
disinfectant? Correct Answer-A virucide, fungicide, bactericide, and
disinfectant.
All of the following are improper body mechanics and maintenance that
can ultimately cause bodily injuries EXCEPT Correct Answer-Aligning
your trunk with abdomen
All of the following need to be considered during client consultation
EXCEPT Correct Answer-Income
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