A nurse got accidental prick from the HIV infected needle. Which of the following is T/F regarding the management of this nurse?a. Lamivudine used as monotherapy in post-exposure prophylaxis (t/f)b. Washing hands advised(t/f)c. Viral markers at the time of prick(t/f)d. Repeat serology at 6 weeks (t/f)
(A) b,c,d true a false (B) a, b true c,d false (C) b,c true a,d false (D) All true
(A) Ans. A. b,c,d true a false* Lamivudinemonotherapy is the incorrect option. Instead, dual drug therapy of Tenofovir 300mg + Lamivudine 300mg (FDC) is recommended.