Sample Question from HIV Safety for Florida, presented by MediaLab

Clinical management of an HIV exposure

If an Exposure Occurs

Give first aid.
- Wash needlesticks and cuts with soap and water.
- Flush splashes to the nose, mouth, or skin with water.
- Irrigate eyes with clean water, saline, or sterile irrigants.
Report exposure to supervisor.

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