You have been splashed in the face with the blood of a patient with hepatitis C. After washing your face and eyes with water for at least 10 minutes, you are required to:
A) Request prophylaxis medications from the receiving emergency department
B) Report the incident to a supervisor or the infection control officer
C) Mandate that the patient pay for your medical expenses if you get hepatitis C
D) Fill out a Ryan White reporting form
Answer: B) Report the incident to a supervisor or the infection control officer
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A) It minimizes the chance that you will forget to contact medical control. B) It is common courtesy. C) It provides legal protection as patient care now becomes their responsibility. D) It allows the receiving facility more time to prepare for your arrival.
Which of the following pathologies is the most common cause of pleural effusions in clinical practice?
a. Hepatic disease b. Acute renal failure c. Congestive heart failure d. Cor pulmonale