Disinfection & SafetyQuestion 15 of 100
What is the correct handling of towels, sheets, and headbands in a skin care establishment?
a.Folded and reused for the next client if they appear unsoiled
b.Shaken out and hung to dry between clients
c.Stored in the same bin as soiled linens to save space
d.Used once per client, then placed in a closed container for soiled linens and laundered before reuse, with clean linens stored separately in a clean, closed cabinet
Explanation
Linens are single-use per client and must be laundered before reuse, with soiled and clean linens stored in separate closed containers to prevent cross-contamination. Appearance is not a measure of contamination, since skin cells, oils, and microorganisms are invisible. Shaking soiled linens aerosolizes debris, and shared storage defeats the purpose of laundering.
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