The nurse is providing initial care for a patient who has experienced an ocular splash injury of a toxic liquid. What is the priority of care?
A) Irrigate eyes for 15 to 30 minutes with tap water.
B) Flush eyes with antidote to the substance.
C) Telephone the poison control center for instructions.
D) Obtain ophthalmology consult at bedside.
A
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