Following an Accidental Needle Stick Where Exposure to Human Immunodeficiency

question 7

Multiple Choice

Following an accidental needle stick where exposure to human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) is possible, which of the following is the most appropriate first response?

• A) Complete an incident report.
• B) Apply bleach to the punctured area.
• C) Squeeze the wound to make it bleed.
• D) Decontaminate by using soap and water.

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Joint Product

A product that is produced simultaneously with one or more other products in a single production process, where the costs of production cannot be individually attributed to each product.

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Unit Fixed Costs

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