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Conjunctival blood splash — DOccMed MCQ

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A lab technician reports blood splash to conjunctiva during sample processing. Source patient BBV status unknown. What is the correct order of priority?

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Correct answer: A — Irrigate eye immediately with water or saline, report, seek urgent risk assessment for PEP consideration

Immediate irrigation is first priority. Then report and seek urgent risk assessment for PEP.

Reference: PHE BBV Exposure Guidelines