Infection Control & SafetyQuestion 222 of 484
What should a cosmetologist do with a styptic powder applied to a small cut on a client?
a.Dip a used cotton ball back into the styptic powder
b.Pour styptic directly from the bottle onto the cut
c.Touch the cut with the corner of the styptic bottle
d.Sprinkle the styptic onto a clean cotton ball or single-use applicator and apply
Explanation
Styptic must never contact broken skin directly from its bulk container. Dispense a small amount onto a clean cotton ball or single-use applicator and apply with the applicator.
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