PCBA - Hygiene - Quiz 2 - Holistic College Dublin

1. Question

Which of the following is correct with regard to bacterial infections?

They are reproduced by spores
They cannot be reproduced on the outside of the body
They are reproduced inside the human cell
They are reproduced at the site of infection

2. Question

Which of the following is correct with regard to fungal infections?

They are not reproduced outside the body
They are reproduced by spores
They are only reproduced when they are situated close to a viral infection
They are reproduced inside the human cell

3. Question

What is a cin bin used for?

Disposal of contaminated waste
Disposal of product and materials past their sell by date
Disposal of confidential record cards and case histories
Disposal of financial documents

4. Question

Which of the following is an example of a fungal infection?

Verrucae
Herpes simplex
Candida albicans
Hepatitis B

5. Question

Which method of sterilisation kills bacteria, spores, fungi and viruses?

Ultra violet cabinet
Autoclave
Disinfectant
Antiseptic

6. Question

Which of the following is a blood transmitted viral infection that can spread during treatment?

Acne
Tinea Pedis
Hepatitis B
Folliculitis

7. Question

Viral infections are:

Reproduced inside the human cell
Reproduced at the site of infection
Reproduced by the nervous system
Reproduced by spores

8. Question

What is a toxin?

A poison of bacterial origin
The science of muscular disease
A poison of fungal origin
The science of viral disease

9. Question

What are hot bead sterilises suitable for?

Small plastic objects
Large metal objects
Small metal objects
Large plastic objects

10. Question

Which of the following is a disadvantage of an autoclave?

It can damage metal items
It is too large for salon use
It can contaminate re-usable items
It can damage sponges and wooden items

11. Question

Surgical spirit can be used effectively to:

Kill fungal infections
Kill viral infections
Cleanse and remove grease from the skin
Destroy all living micro-organisms and their spores

12. Question

What is bacteria producing disease in humans known as?

Fungi
Commenals
Pathogens
Parasites

13. Question

How often should you scrub out and change disinfectant immersion containers?

Once a day
Twice a day
Once a week
Twice a week

14. Question

What is sterilisation?

Complete destruction of non pathogens
Complete destruction of bacteria
Inhibition of growth and multiplication of bacteria
Complete destruction of bacteria, spores and viruses

15. Question

Which of the following is and example of bacterial infection?

Psoriasis
Eczema
Warts
Boils

16. Question

Which of the following is correct with regard to hygiene?

The therapist/practitioner should wear disposable gloves when a client presents with areas of erythema
The therapist/practitioner should wear disposable gloves when there is possibility of an exchange of body fluids
The therapist/practitioner should wear disposable gloves when a client presents with hyperpigmented areas of skin
The therapist/practitioner should wear disposable gloves when the skin on his/her hands is rough to the touch

17. Question

With regard to sterilisation, which of the following is most effective?

Washing in hot water and detergent
The UV cabinet
The autoclave
Antiseptic

18. Question

Which of the following statements is correct?

Prior to disinfecting is essential to clean the item with toning lotion
Prior to disinfecting it is essential to wipe the item with sterile surgical gauze
Prior to disinfecting it is essential to clean the item with cold water and soap/detergent
Prior to disinfecting it is essential to wipe the item with a damp cloth

19. Question

What is the action of bactericide?

To partially destroy bacteria
To create minute unicellular micro organisms
To destroy fungi
To completely destroy bacteria and their spores

20. Question

What is the purpose of an ultraviolet cabinet?

To sterilise
To destroy vegetable life and yeasts only
To store previously sterilised equipment
To destroy bacteria only

21. Question

Which of these is a chemical used in sterilisation liquids?

Zinc oxide
Guanine
Glutaraldehyde
Magnesium

22. Question

What is a virus?

A micro-organism larger than bacteria
A chemical agent used for sterilising metal objects
A simple vegetable life which includes yeast
A micro-organism smaller than bacteria

23. Question

How hot should the water be when rinsing equipment after it has been washed prior to sterilisation?

Between 40C and 50C
Between 50C and 60C
Between 60C and 70C
Greater than 70C

PCBA – Hygiene – Quiz 2