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20th February 2024

A 23-year-old nurse accidentally sustained a needlestick injury after venepuncture on a patient.

A 23-year-old nurse accidentally sustained a needlestick injury after venepuncture on a patient. The patient is known to have HIV but is established on treatment. He remains compliant with treatment. A viral load taken three months ago showed an undetectable viral load. 

What advice should be given to the nurse? 

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