INITIAL RESPONSE

When a blood/body fluid exposure occurs:

• Wash injured areas well with water and soap. If mucus membranes are involved flush with water.
• Notify Clinical Manager and/or Charge Nurse of areas in which exposure occurred
• Call the main Pathology Laboratory Specimen Processing to notify that patient is being sent to Lab for appropriate blood work

SECONDARY RESPONSE

• One hour after source patient sent to Lab, call (312) 936-8282
• The operator will forward your call to the provider on call after normal business hours
• The provider will give you instructions on care and follow-up required
• Complete, on day of incident, Employee Incident Report (fax to 312-926-1787)
• Complete Incident Report
• Notify Employee Health at (312) 227-6438