A group of nurses have attended an inservice on the prevention of occupationally acquired diseases that affect healthcare providers. What action has the greatest potential to reduce a nurse's risk of acquiring hepatitis C in the workplace?
A) Disposing of sharps appropriately and not recapping needles
B) Performing meticulous hand hygiene at the appropriate moments in care
C) Adhering to the recommended schedule of immunizations
D) Wearing an N95 mask when providing care for patients on airborne precautions
Ans: A
Feedback:
HCV is bloodborne. Consequently, prevention of needlestick injuries is paramount. Hand hygiene, immunizations and appropriate use of masks are important aspects of overall infection control, but these actions do not directly mitigate the risk of HCV.
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