Milady Standard Foundations 5 Practice Test

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• Cocci are which shape?
• What is the primary purpose of infection control in a salon or spa setting?
• It is NOT required that disinfectants used in salons and spas must be what?
• Through which medium is HIV primarily transmitted?
• What is the difference between respiratory droplets and airborne transmission?
• The process of disinfection eliminates ___
• Beau’s lines indicate what?
• What is the purpose of the cuticle?
• What is the second step of infection control?
• Exits in salons and spas should NOT be
• During client services, where should a beauty and wellness professional keep their cell phone?
• An exposure incident occurs when there is contact with blood or body fluids during duties.
• A disease that spreads from one person to another is called what?
• Which feature is visible on a healthy nail bed?
• Quats are a type of which chemical class?
• Where is the hyponychium located?
• What is the standard duration to wash hands before a service?
• Spirilla are which shape?
• What should you do if a client has an allergic reaction during a service?
• Disease-causing microorganisms carried in blood or body fluids are called what?
• What is the safest way to dispose of contaminated cotton, wipes, and used implements?
• Direct transmission requires contact with another person whereas indirect transmission does not.
• Pathogens are best described by which statement?
• What is the correct sequence for disinfecting metal implements between clients?
• Bleach used in a salon or spa must be registered with the EPA as what?
• Disinfection eliminates what proportion of microorganisms?
• Which finishing option is mentioned as existing beyond the two main nail polish finishes?
• Which body system includes the skin and its appendages?
• After spending an hour washing your station with soap and warm water to remove visible dirt, you have effectively done which of the following?
• Which agency regulates the safety of chemical product manufacturing for workplace use?
• What is the FIRST step in infection control?
• Which statement is most accurate about direct transmission?
• Which statement best describes the function of base coat during a manicure?
• Chlorine bleach is identified as what in relation to disinfection?
• What is the primary purpose of infection control in a salon?
• Which surface should disinfectants generally not be used on?
• Which removal method best protects natural nails when removing artificial enhancements?
• Which nutrients are mentioned as supporting nail strength and growth?
• List the basic steps of a manicure prep sequence.
• What should you do to nails that have become brittle due to aging?
• Which term refers to the process by which pathogens move between individuals?
• Which statement about biofilms is true?
• What happens when an individual's immune system prevents transmission?
• According to OSHA, PPE is defined as ___
• In which situation is it considered safe to perform a skin service on a client with proper precautions in place?
• What is the recommended practice for sanitizing a manicure bowl?
• Which of the following is TRUE regarding the prevention of the spread of infections?
• Which statement about indirect transmission is true?
• Which statement is true about pathogenic and nonpathogenic bacteria?
• Indirect transmission occurs without direct contact with the infected person.
• What best describes double-dipping in a nail service?
• How should single-use items like emery boards be disposed of?
• Clients who are contagious but show no symptoms are described as what?
• Which topic is more likely to be governed by state regulatory agencies rather than federal agencies?
• What is the function of a nail buffer?
• What is leukonychia?
• After removing one pair of gloves and before putting on a new pair, what should you do?
• A client's impression of a salon or spa begins ____?
• Why do artificial nails require growth-out time?
• Bloodborne pathogens are defined as disease-causing microorganisms carried in the body by blood or body fluids, such as hepatitis and HIV. Which term best describes this group?
• What does pH measure?
• Patch testing is used to identify allergies before using a product. When is it typically performed?
• What does MSDS stand for and why is it important?
• How does age affect nail health?
• Name two common nail disorders that can present with discoloration.
• Which general hygiene practice helps reduce the risk of infections during a manicure?
• Which of the following is TRUE of fire extinguishers?
• Why is ergonomics important for nail technicians?
• Which statement is true about phenolic disinfectants?
• An EPA-registered disinfectant must carry all of the following on its label EXCEPT which?
• Onychorrhexis refers to which nail condition?
• Pterygium in nails is best described as what?
• Which is the reason for washing hands after removing gloves and before applying new gloves?
• Pediculous capitis is a common parasite encountered in salons and spas and refers to what?
• Pathogenic bacteria are capable of what?
• Which statement best explains the relationship between direct and indirect transmission?
• Name two common types of salon disinfectants that are EPA-registered.
• If you drop a tool or implement on the floor during a service, you should __
• Which part of the nail is primarily responsible for nail growth?
• Biofilms are NOT _________.
• What is the lunula and where is it located?
• Prevention of the spread of infections begins and ends with ___
• Which statement correctly describes the sequence of infection control steps?
• Which statement describes the safety concern associated with phenolic disinfectants?
• Name the four levels of decontamination used in cosmetology.
• Which item is not an example of PPE?
• What is the function of the nail bed?
• Which of the following is NOT one of the cautionary tips to consider when handling disinfectants?
• Chlorine bleach _
• What has a doctor done when he or she has determined the nature of a disease?
• What is the difference between natural nails and artificial nails in terms of maintenance?
• Which of the following best describes indirect transmission?
• Leukonychia is best described as which of the following?
• The presence of pus is a sign of what kind of infection?
• What is the action called when a doctor determines what disease a patient has?
• Name two conditions that typically require medical referral rather than in-salon treatment.
• What is the difference between base coat and top coat?
• A true statement about patch testing is that it is a test for allergies conducted prior to using a product; typically how long before service?
• What should be ensured about a beauty professional's watch?
• Which statement best describes the role of nutrition in nail health?
• A client's impression is often influenced by the cleanliness and presentation at which moment?
• Which practice helps prevent cross-contamination when returning tools to storage between clients?
• What part of the nail produces keratin that forms the nail plate?
• Where should you test the water temperature before applying warm towels?
• Exits in salons and spas should be clearly marked and not be what?
• If a client asks for a service you are not trained to perform, what should you do?
• What is true of soaps and other products that do not have the word disinfectant on the label?
• Which practice reduces the risk of fungal infections during manicures?
• Mildew is best described as which type of organism?
• Which practice helps prevent contamination during a nail service?
• Which parasite is commonly encountered in the salon and spa?
• OSHA would most likely be involved in regulating _________.
• If the immune system responds effectively after exposure, which outcome is likely?
• Sanitation vs disinfection: Which statement is correct?
• Which of the following is the EPA most likely to regulate?
• Pathogens vary in where they reside in the body and how they affect humans; which statement is true?
• During a manicure, which action should you avoid to prevent injury?
• Which of the following is NOT true of staphylococci?
• To understand transmission, you must understand which process?
• What does pterygium cause in nails?
• Tuberculosis is transmitted through which route?
• Compared with direct transmission, diseases spread by indirect transmission can live for long periods away from a host.
• TRUE when assisting a client into or out of a hydraulic treatment table?
• What is an oil-in-water emulsion?
• What are the three layers of the skin in order from outer to inner?
• What determines how long metal implements should be immersed in disinfectant between clients?
• Which topic is more likely to be governed by federal regulatory agencies rather than state regulatory agencies?
• Which are three essential components of a client consultation?
• Direct transmission requires contact with another person whereas indirect transmission does not.
• Which term best describes a disease that can be spread from one person to another?
• Which statement about nonpathogenic bacteria is true?
• Which statement about the nail plate is true?
• Which term describes a disease that results from workplace exposure to chemicals?
• Which statement about disinfectants is accurate?
• When a surface is properly cleaned, the number of contaminants on the surface is
• Which action should you NEVER do with a tool or implement in a beauty and wellness setting?
• Which of the following is TRUE of rules and regulations?
• There are thousands of different kinds of bacteria, which fall into how many primary types?
• Which term refers to diseases that can be spread between people?
• What term describes a disease that can be transmitted from person to person?
• Quat solutions usually require how long to disinfect implements?
• What shape of bacteria includes cocci, bacilli, and spirilla?
• Disinfectants are NOT __
• Which of the following statements about staphylococci is TRUE?
• Beauty and wellness professionals must be prepared to deal with all EXCEPT which of the following types of potentially harmful infectious disease organisms?
• When children accompany parents to the salon or spa, the children should __
• Which of the following is NOT a level of decontamination?
• What is PPE and give three examples?
• What should the appearance of a beauty professional communicate to clients?
• Before applying warm towels to a client's face, where should you first test the water temperature?
• Which statement is true about sterilization?
• Which of the following are beauty and wellness professionals permitted and encouraged to do?
• What is the purpose of a base coat with regard to staining?
• What term describes contact with non-intact skin, blood, body fluids, or other infectious materials that results from performing a worker's duties?
• If no time is specified by the manufacturer, how long must a tool be left fully submerged in a disinfectant?
• What describes the process when a physician identifies the disease?
• If you get sick as a result of overexposure to chemicals at the workplace, what has happened?
• Beau’s lines are characterized by which feature and what can cause them?
• There can be no bacterial infection without the presence of which type of bacteria?
• Beauty and wellness professionals should change gloves __
• Which practice is primarily used to remove visible dirt from surfaces?
• Which statement about respiratory droplets is true?
• Which statement best defines a pedicure?
• Which of the following is capable of igniting and burning?
• Which of the following is part of a standard pedicure beyond soaking?
• When handling disinfectants, NEVER
• Define paronychia.
• Which term describes methods used to eliminate or reduce the transmission of infectious organisms from one individual to another?
• One of the two types of parasites commonly encountered in the salon and spa?
• Which process destroys all microbial life?
• HIV is spread primarily how?
• Which option is not an essential component of a client consultation?
• It can be accurately said that pathogenic bacteria ___?
• What is the nail plate?
• Which statement best describes the purpose of PPE?
• A microorganism is any ___
• What are the two main categories of nail polish finishes?
• Which of the following indicates a healthy nail bed?
• Which term describes diseases that can be transmitted from person to person?
• What is another name for the hypodermis?
• Which statement best reflects infection prevention when proper procedures are followed?
• Before applying disinfectants, what initial step should be performed on a surface?
• Which signs during a manicure indicate you should stop service and refer to a physician?
• Indirect transmission can occur through contact with what?
• Mildew is a type of what kind of organism?
• Which of the following is NOT necessarily associated with inflammation?
• What category does bleach used in salon settings fall under after EPA regulation?
• Which term describes practices that reduce the spread of infections in the workplace?
• Which of the following is TRUE of most bacteria?
• Which of the following is NOT caused by a virus?
• What are the three phases of the hair growth cycle?
• Which guidelines published by the CDC apply to situations where blood or body fluids may be infectious?