Hep C Risk?

Nurses General Nursing

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Hi everyone,I'm just having a bit of anxiety over something that happened today. I did a blood sugar test in a very big hurry today and (even though I know I should have) I wasn't wearing gloves as I was under a lot of pressure at the time. I have since found out that the person was hep c +. I used hand santiser afterwards and I don't think I even touched any blood (but you can never be sure unless you have microscopes for eyes). I have to small very superficial cuts on my fingers. Is there any risk from this or does it actually need to be a proper needle stick injury? Freaking out a little over this. Thanks

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Specializes in OR, Nursing Professional Development.

You need to follow the policy as set out by your employer. We cannot speculate as to the risk involved.

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Specializes in ICU.

breathe in.......breathe out...child pose....RELAX.

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Specializes in Nephrology, Cardiology, ER, ICU.

Please check with your Occ Health dept as to their protocol. We can't provide medical advice

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