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Rohini Gill
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What is the immediate first aid management of chemical accident foreign body on the cornea area?
1. Remove foreign body
2. Cover the foreign body
3. Clean the eyes with water/normal saline
4. Give pain management

What is the immediate first aid management of chemical accident foreign body on the cornea area?
1. Remove foreign body
2. Cover the foreign body
3. Clean the eyes with water/normal saline
4. Give pain management
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  1. Correct Answer – Option 3 : Clean the eyes with water/normal saline

    Explanation

    • Chemical injuries to the eyes are considered an ophthalmological emergency.
    • The chemical injuries can be from acid or alkali compounds.

     Agents

    • Alkali
      • Ammonia
      • Lye
      • Potassium hydroxide
      • Magnesium hydroxide
      • Lime
    • Acids
      • Sulfuric acid
      • Nitric acid
      • Hydro fluoric acid

    First aid

    • Flush the eye with water in tap water for 20 minutes.
    • Wash hands with soap and water.
    • Remove contact lens.
    • Seek medical help.
    • Don’t rub the eye.
    • Don’t put anything against eye except water.
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