Arkansas Cosmetology Practice Exam

What should be done with supplies or instruments that come in direct contact with a client and cannot be disinfected?

1. Reused with another client

2. Cleaned with water

3. Disposed of in a waste receptacle

4. Stored in a clean place

The correct answer is: Disposed of in a waste receptacle

Supplies or instruments that come in direct contact with a client such as needles, syringes, and lancets, cannot be disinfected and should never be reused with another client. This can pose a serious risk for the spread of infections and diseases. Cleaning these items with water is also insufficient for removing bacteria and pathogens. Storing them in a clean place may prevent contamination but does not eliminate the risk of spreading infection. The correct and safest option is to dispose of these supplies and instruments in a waste receptacle. This ensures that they are properly disposed of and eliminates any potential harm to other clients or healthcare providers.