Prevention of HIV

Occupational Postexposure Prophylaxis

Lesson 3. Occupational Postexposure Prophylaxis

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Learning Objective Performance Indicators

Discuss risk for occupational acquisition of HIV with a needlestick injury
State the rationale for using occupational HIV postexposure prophylaxis (PEP)
Describe current indications for the use of occupational HIV PEP, including strategies for risk assessment following an occupational exposure
Summarize recommended antiretroviral therapy regimens and duration of therapy for occupational HIV PEP
List recommended clinical and laboratory monitoring following occupational exposure to HIV

Activities in this Lesson

Quick ReferenceOccupational Postexposure Prophylaxis Core Concepts

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