If the operatory was used only for an exam, it would be necessary to
decontaminate the entire room; the patient may have HIV.
change only the barriers that were touched by the operator and patient.
wipe down all surfaces of the room with an EPAapproved disinfectant.
do nothing; it did not generate blood or saliva droplets.
wipe down all surfaces of the room with an EPAapproved disinfectant.
Rationale: wipe down all surfaces of the room with an EPAapproved disinfectant – Since the generation of blood, saliva, or other fluids did not occur, simply disinfecting the room is adequate.
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