A group of nurses have attended an inservice on the prevention of occupationally acquired diseases that affect healthcare providers. What action has the greatest potential to reduce a nurses risk of acquiring hepatitis $\mathrm{C}$ in the workplace?

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$\mathrm{HCV}$ is bloodborne. Consequently, prevention of needlestick injuries is paramount. Hand hygiene, immunizations and appropriate use of masks are important aspects of overall infection control, but these actions do not directly mitigate the risk of $\mathrm{HCV}$.

A Group of Nurses Have Attended an Inservice on the Prevention