Which of the following statements regarding vesicant agent treatment is correct?

A) British anti-lewisite is carried by civilian EMS units.
B) Aggressive airway support must occur prior to decontamination.
C) No antidotes exist for sulfur mustard or phosgene oxime exposure.
D) IV access should be deferred until the patient is at a burn center.


Answer: C) No antidotes exist for sulfur mustard or phosgene oxime exposure.

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