You have been splashed in the face with the blood of a patient with hepatitis C. After washing your face and eyes with water for at least 10 minutes, you are required to:
A) Request prophylaxis medications from the receiving emergency department
B) Report the incident to a supervisor or the infection control officer
C) Mandate that the patient pay for your medical expenses if you get hepatitis C
D) Fill out a Ryan White reporting form
Answer: B) Report the incident to a supervisor or the infection control officer
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