After a bite or scratch from a rhesus monkey, which of the following is the first action that should be taken? The individual should be taken immediately to a physician who is familiar with B virus. The animal that caused the wound should be examined for signs of B-virus infection. The victim should be provided with appropriate personal protective equipment. The wound should be vigorously washed in soap and water for 15 minutes. The wound should be cultured.
After a bite or scratch from a rhesus monkey, which of the following is the first action that should be taken?
The individual should be taken immediately to a physician who is familiar with B virus.
The animal that caused the wound should be examined for signs of B-virus infection.
The victim should be provided with appropriate personal protective equipment.
The wound should be vigorously washed in soap and water for 15 minutes.
The wound should be cultured.