What is required before a body piercing can be performed?
Written consent
Parental consent may vary based on area, insurance, or council regulations.
If a client chooses to remove consent during a piercing procedure, what must you do?
Do not perform the piercing
Calmly explain to the client that you cannot proceed without their permission.
In the case of a child removing consent for a piercing, whose will cannot influence the decision?
The parent’s will
If the child does not want the piercing, it must not be performed.
What is the most common metal allergy associated with body jewelry?
Sensitivity to nickel
This issue primarily occurs with stainless steel jewelry due to its nickel content.
What materials are recommended as alternatives to stainless steel for body jewelry to avoid nickel allergies?
- Titanium
- 99.9% Niobium
- Gold (18ct or higher)
These materials are less likely to cause allergic reactions.
Why is silver body jewelry not ideal for long-term wear?
It oxidizes and can leave a permanent tattoo
Silver is naturally anti-microbial but is only suitable for short-term wear.
What is plaster allergy better known as?
Allergic contact dermatitis
Symptoms include a rash around the plaster site and itchiness.
What symptoms are associated with plaster allergies?
- Rash around the site
- Itchiness
- Red rash in the shape of the plaster
Symptoms can flare up on contact and may take time to disappear.
What is haemorrhaging?
Excessive or uncontrollable bleeding
It can be caused by trauma, surgical complications, or advanced illnesses.
What precautions should be taken if a client is known to haemorrhage easily?
Extra precautions for controlling cross-contamination
This is important in the piercing room.
Fill in the blank: Sensitivity to nickel is the most common allergy associated with _______.
body jewelry
This issue primarily occurs with stainless steel jewelry.
