NCLEX review question: After administering an intramuscular injection, a nurse accidentally experiences a needlestick injury. Wht is the first action the nurse should take? #nursing #nclex #nclexprep #nclexreview #nursesarah | Registerednursern.com

Experiencing a needlestick injury from a patient known to be HBsAg-positive requires immediate and specific actions to minimize the risk of infection. Ensure completion of the hepatitis B vaccination series and confirm immunity through post-vaccination testing. Consistently follow standard precautions and utilize safety-engineered devices to reduce the risk of future exposures. . . What is the preferred time frame to administer HBV PEP after exposure? . . #doctor #drshujat #medicalstudent #medst