You just sustained an accidental needle stick with a contaminated intravenous needle. You should immediately:
A) request a tetanus shot.
B) contact your supervisor.
C) wash the affected area with soap and water.
D) ask the patient about lifestyle risk factors for HIV.

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Washing the affected area with soap and water is the immediate first step to reduce the risk of infection following an accidental needle stick with a contaminated needle.

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