Question
A nurse got accidental prick from the HIV infected needle. Which of the following is T/F regarding the management of this nurse?
a. Lamivudine used as monotherapy in post-exposure prophylaxis (t/f)
b. Washing hands advised(t/f)
c. Viral markers at the time of prick(t/f)
d. Repeat serology at 6 weeks (t/f)
A. b,c,d true and a false
B. a, b true and c, d false
C. b,c true and a,d false
D. All true
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Ans. A. b,c,d true and a false
* Lamivudine monotherapy is the incorrect option. Instead, dual drug therapy of Tenofovir 300mg + Lamivudine 300mg (FDC) is recommended.