Postexposure Prophylaxis following Occupational Exposure to Hepatitis B Virus

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The fact that she was not vaccinated for hepatitis B is unusual, because fewer than 10% of healthcare workers decline to be immunized.

This answer is incorrect. Unfortunately, studies from the 1990’s revealed that approximately 50% of healthcare workers declined the hepatitis B vaccine series. Hospital employees who had greater patient contact (and higher risk of exposure) were more likely to opt for immunization.

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	Without receipt of postexposure prophylaxis for HBV infection, her risk of becoming infected with HBV is greater than 5%.
	She should receive the first dose of the hepatitis B vaccine series now, but should not receive hepatitis B immune globulin (HBIG).
	Her HBV exposure is too remote (24 hours ago) to recommend postexposure prophylaxis for hepatitis B.

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