HIV post-exposure prophylaxis (PEP) should be initiated within 2 hours to be most effective.
Waiting for results (B) delays critical treatment.
PEP should always be offered after high-risk exposure, not only if symptoms develop (C).
Retesting after 6 months (D) is recommended but should not delay PEP initiation.
CBIC Infection Control References:
APIC Text, "Bloodborne Pathogens and PEP," Chapter 11.
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