Multiple choice general knowledge science & technology

How do health care workers protect themselves from infection

  1. In case of contact, they are advised to take PEP drugs

  2. They don’t run a risk of contracting the infection

  3. Workers must take all possible precautions including using waterproof gloves, handling needles with care etc

  4. Both a and c
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
D Correct answer
Explanation

Healthcare workers protect themselves through multiple strategies: taking all possible precautions like wearing waterproof gloves and careful needle handling (option C), AND in case of accidental exposure, taking PEP (Post-Exposure Prophylaxis) drugs within 72 hours to prevent infection (option A). They definitely face risk, so option B is false. Therefore option D 'Both a and c' is correct.

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