Infection Control & SafetyQuestion 230 of 484
An esthetician notices an open cold sore on a client's lip before a facial. The correct response is:
a.Apply extra disinfectant to the lip area and continue
b.Cover the cold sore with a bandage and continue
c.Use a different wax temperature to kill the virus
d.Refuse the facial in that area; cold sores are contagious
Explanation
Active herpes simplex (cold sores) is contagious and is on the list of conditions for which service should be refused (or limited to non-affected areas). The client should be referred to a physician.
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