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Blood-Borne Diseases

Question 2 • Introduction to Health Science - EL3601 B

A surgeon is exposed to the HIV virus during a surgical procedure. What must her employer do after the exposure?

Answer
A
Write an incident report.
B
Help the surgeon find a new job.
C
Provide post-exposure prophylaxis.
D
Provide the surgeon with testing and follow-up care.

Explanation

After an occupational exposure to HIV, the employer must document the exposure and promptly provide a confidential medical evaluation and follow-up. This includes making post-exposure prophylaxis available and arranging appropriate testing and follow-up care. Helping the surgeon find a new job is not a required response.

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