Managing blood and body fluid exposures in the pharmacy

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Managing blood and body fluid exposures in the pharmacy

By Aaron Keene
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Healthcare and support workers face many hazards, one of which is accidental exposure to blood and body fluids. Clinical microbiologist Aaron Keene reviews the precautions and procedures you should have in place

Key points, Blood and body fluid exposures require a timely response to minimise risk to staff. The earlier postexposure prophylaxis is administered, the more e, Education Blue W/ Grey Background W/ Padding