What Should Be Done If Exposed to a Patient's Saliva

question 8

Multiple Choice

What should be done if exposed to a patient's saliva?

• A)Wait until after the patient leaves and thoroughly wash the exposed area.
• B)Immediately contact the supervisor to institute the post-exposure medical evaluation.
• C)At the end of that half-day clinic session, immediately report to the nearest hospital for evaluation.
• D)Stop, wash the exposed area, and continue with patient treatment.

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