This repeats your previous question with more detail about the nature of the waste bin. If you did not get an obvious cut or prick with a needle (which you would be able to feel and would see the wound), then you do not need testing for HIV or other blood borne infections. However, if you are on the staff of the hospital, you should discuss this with the infection control team.
Answered 5/30/2023
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No risk for HIV if no wounds following the event. However, such events have to be reported to infection control at your facility and you may receive specific instructions.
Answered 5/31/2023
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HIV is a blood to blood transmission. If you had no cuts, bruises, or open wounds than you should be fine. Since this incident occurred in a hospital a bio-hazard incident must be reported. In the future wear gloves if a similar incident occurs.
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