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According to the CDC, what is required?

A dentist is HIV-positive (per CDC, not OSHA).

  1. Continue practicing; no requirement to disclose status to patients
  2. Stop performing all procedures
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Correct answer: A. Continue practicing; no requirement to disclose status to patients

CDC: HIV-positive clinicians using standard precautions may keep practicing without mandatory disclosure.
  • A. Correct. Per CDC, an HIV-positive provider following standard precautions may continue practicing and is not required to notify patients.
  • B. Not required; standard precautions allow continued practice.

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