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NREMT EMR First Responder

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The first thing to do in the event of skin exposure to a bloodborne pathogen is to?
  1. Clean the area with soap and water
  2. Clean the area with hydrogen peroxide
  3. Clean the area with rubbing alcohol
  4. Remove any visible contaminants with forceps
Explanation
Answer: A - In the event of exposure to a bloodborne pathogen, the exposed person should immediately wash the contaminated area with soap and water. It is generally not recommended to utilize an alternative substance as soap and water has consistently proven to be efficacious.
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