PSI Cosmetology Practice Test 2023 with complete solution

1. Which is the BEST thing to do FIRST in the even of a minor burn?: Immerse in cold water. 2. All of the following require the use of gloves EXCEPT: plain manicure. 3. Which company certifies the safety of pedicure chairs and hair dryers?: - Underwriters Laboratories 4. Why do tuberculocidal disinfectants require special handling? (***): They require special method of disposal. 5. Which is the FIRST step if you get blood or other potentially infectious materials in your eyes, nose, mouth, or on broken skin?: Immediately flood the exposed area with water. 6. Sterilization is the ONLY type of cleaning that will kill which of the follow- ing?: bacterial spores 7. Which is the BEST recommendation for applying acrylic fingernail prod- ucts?: Work at a ventilated work table 8. All of the following can be used to remove a callus from the foot EXCEPT (***): blades. 9. Which of the following is a device that uses steam to sterilize equipment and deactivate bacteria, viruses, fungi, and spores?: Autoclave 10. Which of the following is the Decontamination Method 2 for blood or other infectious materials on items? (***): cleaning then sterilizing 11. Which is the first step in disinfecting implements?: Scrub with soap and water 12. Which of the following should you offer a client, for draping, when waxing underarms?: terry wrap 13. Which of the following is a sterilizer approved for salon use? (***): Auto- clave 14. Which of the following is the FIRST step in properly cleaning a footpath tub? (***): Drain the water from a footpath and remove any visible debris. 15. Which of the following is the FIRST step in responding to a blood expo- sure incident?: Stop the service 16. All of the following are viruses that plague humans EXCEPT: milaria rubra 17. All of the following are examples of antimicrobial pesticides EXCEPT: al- gaecide 18. Chemical safety includes all of the following EXCEPT (***): use of products in unlabeled containers. 19. Which is the lowest level of decontamination? (***): Sanitizing a surface 20. Which is the meaning of nonpathogenic?: harmless organisms that may perform useful functions 21. Which is an example of a parasite? (***): Scabies 22. For which purpose would the use of hospital grade disinfectants be appropriate?: to clean blood and bodily fluids off surfaces 23. Which of the following should be completed before every waxing service to ensure that the client has a thorough understanding of the procedure? (***): release form 24. Which is the appropriate treatment for eye irritation?: Flush eye with plenty of clean water 25. Which is a place used for storing disinfected tools and implements in the salon?: covered container 26. Which disinfectant is appropriate for stopping the take over of the host cell's reproductive function?: Virucidal 27. Where do the guidelines for human blood and body fluids come from? (***): Universal Precautions 28. OSHA regulates all of these EXCEPT: evaluation of skilled and competent services. 29. Which of the following are the qualifications to be an EPA approved disinfectant?: A virucide, fungicide, bactericide, and disinfectant. 30. Which of the following effects on your body is from the endocrine sys- tem?: Hormone balance 31. When muscles become fatigued during a service, your client will benefit from all of the following EXCEPT: occipitalis pinch. 32. Which of the following describes the path of an alternating electrical current in devices such as hair dryers and curling irons? (***): travels in two directions 33. Which of the following products have no pH?: Nail polishes 34. Which of the following is BEST to consult when in doubt about how to use a product?: Manufacturer's instructions