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Needle injury

I have been stuck while taking my pt bloodsample i am so scared because my pt is hep a positive what should i do i just graduated nursing school and in the process of reviewing my nclex im working at a clinic now as an MA i havent told my employer i was so scared and dont know what to do PLEASE HELP!!!
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370181 tn?1716862802
Discuss your needle stick IMMEDIATELY with your charge nurse or supervisor. They will know the proper protocol in this situation.

I understand the stress of being a new RN, but NEVER keep ANY kind of possible contamination to yourself.  
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1508374 tn?1380808510
Hello,
What was your exposure?
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