A nurse has a needlestick injury during caring for a client whose infectious status is unknown. What course of action should the nurse follow?
A) Avoid notifying the supervisor of the injury until the client's infectious status is confirmed.
B) Avoid revealing the identity of the client or source of blood.
C) Be tested for disease antibodies at appropriate intervals.
D) Document the injury in writing after the client's infectious status is confirmed.
C
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