Infection control is necessary in all areas of the health care setting. Which would be most appropriate in the prevention of hepatitis B in high-risk health workers?
a. Hepatitis B vaccine
b. Maintaining enteric isolation technique
c. Wearing protective gear
d. HBIG injections
A
People identified as being at high risk for developing hepatitis B should be vaccinated if they are not already immune. These people include health care personnel.
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