Types of occupational HIV exposure in which postexposure prophylaxis is recommended

Table 10.6-2. Types of occupational HIV exposure in which postexposure prophylaxis is recommended
Type of exposure	Serologic status of source patient
Percutaneous exposure (needlestick, cut)	HIV(+) or status unknown but HIV infection risk factors present (eg, multiple sexual partners, history of IV drug use, highly endemic country)
Contact with mucosa or nonintact skin: a small amount of infectious material (a few drops)	HIV(+)
Contact with mucosa or nonintact skin: a large amount of infectious material or prolonged time of contact (>15 min)	HIV(+) or status unknown but HIV infection risk factors present
HIV, human immunodeficiency virus; IV, intravenous.