If an accident such as a needlestick occurs, the injured health care worker should immediately:
A) contact his or her immediate supervisor
B) fill out the necessary health care forms
C) cleanse the area with isopropyl alcohol and apply an adhesive bandage
D) take the needle back to the clinical laboratory for verification of the accident

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The immediate action after a needlestick injury is to cleanse the area to reduce the risk of infection.

If an Accident Such as a Needlestick Occurs, the Injured