IMMUNOLOGY

MISCELLENOUS

VACCINATION

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
Which of the following is the first procedural step after an exposure incident?
A
Contact the source patient
B
Stop operations immediately
C
Remove your gloves
D
Wash your hands thoroughly
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -When a worker experiences an exposure incident, the employer must make immediate confidential medical evaluation and follow-up available to the worker.

Detailed explanation-2: -Reporting Incident-Employees should immediately report exposure incidents to the employer to permit timely medical follow-up. According to the U.S. Public Health Service, if HIV postexposure prophylaxis is medically indicated it should be initiated promptly, preferably within 1-2 hours after the exposure incident.

Detailed explanation-3: -Wash needlesticks and cuts with soap and water. Flush splashes to nose, mouth, or skin with water. Irrigate eyes with clean water, saline, or sterile wash. Report all exposures promptly to ensure that you receive appropriate followup care.

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