The delivery of oral healthcare brings a certain level of risk to the dental healthcare worker, part of which can be linked to a blood exposure. The blood or bloody saliva may contain bloodborne pathogens, which include HIV, hepatitis B, and/or hepatitis C. These exposures should be considered an emergency driving quick post exposure testing and evaluation for appropriate therapies. Policies must address the process to evaluate the exposed worker and when allowed the source patient.
This webinar discusses actions required by the Bloodborne Pathogen Standard and guidance provided by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention on post exposure management. The goal is for the exposed worker to receive the best care possible to reduce the risk of disease transmission.
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