SadieRN123

No I did not.

Hello Everyone, First off I want to thank anyone who responds to my post. I am a RN and a week ago while working a long night shift I experience I needlestick injury. While I was giving a sub-q Lovenox injection I pulled back and somehow accidentally poked myself in my hand (I was exhausted from work and rushing.) At first I thought it did not break the skin but later on noticed a spot of blood on my finger. I washed the finger really well and squeezed a small amount of blood out. The patient has no history of HIV and no risk factors but was experiencing a fever in the hospital. Of course I am a nervous wreck now that I will end up with the disease. I did to start any PEP drugs. Two days after the needlestick until now I have been sick with a sore throat/chills/upset stomach. So of course I am freaking out. What are my chances of getting HIV? When should I get tested? Is it too soon for me to be showing any signs? I have learned my lesson to slow down and get some sleep. Thank you everyone.