PSI Cosmetology Practice Test 1 Questions and Correct Solutions, Graded A+

Which is the BEST thing to do FIRST in the even of a minor burn? - Immerse in cold water. All of the following require the use of gloves EXCEPT - plain manicure. Which company certifies the safety of pedicure chairs and hair dryers? - Underwriters Laboratories Why do tuberculocidal disinfectants require special handling? (***) - They require special method of disposal. 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. Sterilization is the ONLY type of cleaning that will kill which of the following? - bacterial spores Which is the BEST recommendation for applying acrylic fingernail products? - Work at a ventilated work table All of the following can be used to remove a callus from the foot EXCEPT (***) - blades. Which of the following is a device that uses steam to sterilize equipment and deactivate bacteria, viruses, fungi, and spores? - Autoclave Which of the following is the Decontamination Method 2 for blood or other infectious materials on items? (***) - cleaning then sterilizing Which is the first step in disinfecting implements? - Scrub with soap and water Which of the following should you offer a client, for draping, when waxing underarms? - terry wrap Which of the following is a sterilizer approved for salon use? (***) - Autoclave 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. Which of the following is the FIRST step in responding to a blood exposure incident? - Stop the service All of the following are viruses that plague humans EXCEPT - milaria rubra All of the following are examples of antimicrobial pesticides EXCEPT - algaecide Chemical safety includes all of the following EXCEPT (***) - use of products in unlabeled containers. Which is the lowest level of decontamination? (***) - Sanitizing a surface Which is the meaning of nonpathogenic? - harmless organisms that may perform useful functions Which is an example of a parasite? (***) - Scabie