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Visors are also available and recommended during surgery to prevent the common splash to the face which might result in mucosal exposure. The scooping method has been shown in medical students to decrease the risk of needle sticks by 50% (Froom P et al). The needle cap is placed on the bed of the patient, and after drawing the blood the needle is recapped by threading it into the cap and closing it with one hand only. If definitely exposed, then hepatitis immune globulin should be given.