A client accidentally nicks themselves during a treatment and blood is visible on the treatment table. Which approach does Standard Precautions require?

A client accidentally nicks themselves

Multiple choice — select the best answer

ATreat the exposure only if the client confirms they have a known bloodborne disease
BUse gloves only when blood volume exceeds a visible pool
CTreat ALL blood and body fluids as if infectious, regardless of the client's health status
DStandard Precautions apply only to healthcare settings, not esthetics

✓ Correct answer: C. Treat ALL blood and body fluids as if infectious, regardless of the client's health status Standard Precautions (formerly Universal Precautions) require treating every client's blood and body fluids as potentially infectious, regardless of known disease status, to prevent occupational exposure.

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