A 22-year-old man presents after a needlestick injury from an unknown source in primary care. Which immediate action is appropriate?...

Question

A 22-year-old man presents after a needlestick injury from an unknown source in primary care. Which immediate action is appropriate?

Accepted Answer

Start HIV PEP within 72 hours if indicated

Answer

Start Hepatitis C PEP

Answer

No baseline testing required

Answer

Give tetanus only

Answer

Delay action until source is tested

ukmla MCQ (SBA): Needlestick Injury