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I'm an allergy rn.i was giving allergy test w/skin picks. i poked myself after poking patient. i don't think it drew blood. how high is my risk?
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Universal Precaution: I am surprised by your question. Did you inform your employer? There is a standard procedure in health care when a needle stick injury occurs that includes testing and treatment for prevention of infection.
Answered 10/17/2013
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