Which item cannot be disinfected and should be discarded after use?

Which item cannot be disinfected and should be discarded after use?

• A. Emery board
• B. Nail clipper
• C. Glass file
• D. Cotton pad

Answer: (A)

Emphasizing infection control for manicure tools: emery boards have a porous, rough surface that can trap moisture, oils, and microbes. Disinfectants may not penetrate all the tiny crevices, so germs can remain and be transferred to the next client. Because of that, emery boards are treated as disposable and should be discarded after each use. In contrast, a glass file is non-porous and can be thoroughly cleaned and disinfected between clients, metal nail clippers can be sterilized or properly disinfected, and cotton pads are designed for single-use and disposed of after one use. The idea is to opt for items that can be reliably disinfected or are disposable to prevent cross-contamination.

Emphasizing infection control for manicure tools: emery boards have a porous, rough surface that can trap moisture, oils, and microbes. Disinfectants may not penetrate all the tiny crevices, so germs can remain and be transferred to the next client. Because of that, emery boards are treated as disposable and should be discarded after each use.

In contrast, a glass file is non-porous and can be thoroughly cleaned and disinfected between clients, metal nail clippers can be sterilized or properly disinfected, and cotton pads are designed for single-use and disposed of after one use. The idea is to opt for items that can be reliably disinfected or are disposable to prevent cross-contamination.