Reporting a needlestick injury
a. is not necessary if first aid is rendered immediately.
b. ensures the injured party is tested and treated appropriately.
c. may result in termination of the injured employee.
d. can be completed up to a month after the injury.
b. ensures the injured party is tested and treated appropriately.
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