Question

1. which one of the following is not a type of bacterial infection of the scalp? a) folliculitis b) carbuncle c) psoriasis d) furuncle 22. bacterial scalp infections are caused by either ____ or staphylococci bacteria. a) spirillum b) streptococci c) bacillus d) tinea barbae 23. what is the term for an inflammation caused by ingrown hairs where hair is plucked or shaved? a) folliculitis capitis b) tinea barbae c) tinea folliculitis d) folliculitis barbae 24. how do carbuncles present in a person? a) widespread across a large part of the body b) clusters of small red bumps or white - headed pimples c) as a cluster of boils d) as a single boil 25. what is another term for a boil? a) furuncle b) carbuncle c) blackhead d) vesicle 26. what is the best way to help prevent the spread of bacterial infections when performing service for clients? a) wear nitrile gloves and a face mask b) request a physicians note from a client confirming they are infection - free c) properly and consistently practice state board - approved cleaning and disinfection procedures d) sequester clients in a private room with high - grade ventilation

Explanation:

1. Psoriasis is an autoimmune skin condition, not a bacterial scalp - infection. Folliculitis, carbuncle, and furuncle can be bacterial infections.
2. Bacterial scalp infections are commonly caused by streptococci or staphylococci bacteria.
3. Folliculitis capitis is the inflammation caused by ingrown hairs where hair is plucked or shaved.
4. Carbuncles present as a cluster of boils.
5. A furuncle is another term for a boil.
6. Proper and consistent practice of state - board approved cleaning and disinfection procedures is the best way to prevent the spread of bacterial infections when performing services for clients.

Answer:

1. C. psoriasis
2. B. streptococci
3. A. folliculitis capitis
4. C. as a cluster of boils
5. A. furuncle
6. C. properly and consistently practice state board - approved cleaning and disinfection proc