When caring for a patient who was exposed to a dry chemical, it is important to:
A. remove all contaminated clothing and brush away the chemical prior to irrigating.
B. flush the skin with running water and then wash the skin with soap and sterile water.
C. attempt to neutralize the chemical with baking soda if the chemical was a strong acid.
D. remove all contaminated clothing and then irrigate the affected area with sterile water.
Answer: A. remove all contaminated clothing and brush away the chemical prior to irrigating.
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