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Program Manual - Saint Louis University

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an “expanded” three drug regime for increased risks for transmission. Three drugs are intended for a<br />

higher risk exposure.<br />

f. Baseline testing for HIV:<br />

1) Employee Health will provide pre-test counseling.<br />

2) Informed consent for baseline HIV testing will be obtained.<br />

3) Results will be reported to the HCW.<br />

4) Employee Health will provide post-test counseling.<br />

Reference: CDC. Updated U.S. Public Health Service Guidelines for the Management of Occupational Exposures to<br />

HBV, HCV, and HIV and Recommendations for Postexposure Prophylaxis. MMWR 2001;50(no. RR11):1-42.<br />

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