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Postexposure protocol.

F S Younai
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This article offers an overview of the major bloodborne and communicable diseases. The organisms are classified based on the level of risk they pose to the dental care worker (DCW) in the occupational settings. Most recent epidemiologic findings and scientific information on occupational exposures are discussed. Postexposure management to bloodborne pathogens, including the counseling, date collection, serologic testing, and post-exposure prophylaxis, is described.

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F S Younai. 1996. Postexposure protocol.. https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/8641532/

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