Milady Cosmetology State Board Review Questions And Answers Well Illustrated.

Milady Cosmetology State Board Review Questions And Answers Well Illustrated. Bacteria - correct answer. One-celled microorganisms having both plant and animal characteristics some are harmful and some are harmless. Direct Transmission - correct answer. Transmission of blood or body fluids through touching (including shaking hands),kissing,coughing, sneezing, and talking. Indirect transmission - correct answer. Transmission of blood or body fluids through contact with an intermediate contaminated object, such as a razor, extractor,nipper, or an environmental surface. Infection - correct answer. Invasion of body tissues by disease-causing pathogens. Germs - correct answer. Nonscientific synonym for disease-producing organs Microorganism - correct answer. Any organism of microscopic to submicroscopic size. Parasites - correct answer. Organisms that grow,feed, and shelter on or in another organism (referred to as the host),while contributing nothing to the survival of that organism. Parasites must have a host to survive. Toxins - correct answer. Various poisonous substance produced by some microorganisms (bacteria and viruses). Virus - correct answer. A parasitic submicroscopic particle that infects and resides in cells of biological organisms. A virus is capable of replication only though taking over the host cell's reproductive function. Cocci - correct answer. Round shaped, alone Staphylococci - correct answer. Clusters like bunches of grapes, may not cause infection in healthy humans. Causes pustules, and boils. Streptococci - correct answer. Pus-forming arranged in curved lines like string of beads. Causes strep throat and blood poisoning. Diplococci - correct answer. Spherical bacteria that grow in pairs. Causes pneumonia. Bacilli - correct answer. Short rod shaped. Causes tetanus, lockjaw,tuberculosis, and diphtheria.Moves using flagella. Spirilla - correct answer. Spiral or corkscrew shaped bacteria. Causes sexually transmitted disease, and syphilis. Moves using flagella. Active Stage of bacteria - correct answer. Bacteria grow and reproduce in warm, damp or dirty places. Inactive or spore forming stage - correct answer. During this stage bacteria coat themselves with wax like outer shells. This helps them withstand famine, dryness, and unsuitable temperatures. MRSA - correct answer. Occurs with persons with weakened immune systems or people whom have undergone medical procedures. Signs may be pimples, rashes, boils. Quaternary ammonium compounds - correct answer. Quats are disinfectants that are very effective when used properly in the salon. Formula contains anti-rust ingredients, so leaving tools in solution for a prolonged period of time can cause dulling or damage. (Barbicide) Phenolic Disinfectants - correct answer. Form of formaldehyde, high pH and can damage skin or eyes. Known as carcinogens. Sodium hypochlorite - correct answer. Bleach Porous - correct answer. An item that is made or constructed of a material that has pores or openings. Absorbent. Examples would be; towels, linens, nail files or buffers. Chelating soaps - correct answer. Works to break down stubborn films and remove the residue of pedicure products such as scrubs, salts, and masks. 1 gallon - correct answer. 128 ounces 5 gallons - correct answer. 640 ounces Antiseptics - correct answer. Chemical formulated for use on the skin registered and formulated by the FDA. Asymptomatic - correct answer. Showing no symptom or signs of infection. Trichology - correct answer. Study of hair, skin, and glands.