Cosmetology · Tools, Implements and Safety

If a client has a known scalp infection or infestation, the cosmetologist should:

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Decline the service and refer the client to a physician, and properly handle any tools

A Use more product
B Cut the hair shorter
C Decline the service and refer the client to a physician, and properly handle any tools
D Proceed normally

Why this is the answer

If a client has a known or suspected scalp infection (such as a fungal infection) or infestation (such as head lice), the cosmetologist should not perform the service and should refer the client to a physician for proper treatment. Performing the service could spread the condition to tools, surfaces, the cosmetologist, and other clients. Any items that contacted the client must be properly disinfected or discarded. Recognizing contagious scalp conditions and knowing to decline and refer is both an infection-control and scope-of-practice requirement.

Source: Hair Care — Contagious Scalp Conditions

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Tools, implements and safety questions cover the correct use and care of shears, razors, clippers, combs, brushes, thermal tools and electrical equipment, and the disinfection rules between clients. This is one of 6 Hair Care questions on tools, implements and safety, each with a full explanation on a single study page.

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