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.