A client working in a laboratory accidentally splashed chemicals in both eyes. The occupational health nurse should instruct this client to:
A)
wash the eyes with antibacterial solution.
B)
flush both eyes with water using an eyedropper and see the family doctor if pain persists.
C)
wipe both eyes with a sterile cotton ball saturated with normal saline and proceed to the emergency room.
D)
flush both eyes with large amounts of water immediately, then report to a physician as soon as possible.
D
Explanation:
A)
Chemical burns require flushing with copious amounts of fluid in an effort to remove as much chemical as possible. An antibiotic would not be needed to flush the eye. An eyedropper or cotton balls would not provide sufficient flushing pressure.
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B)
Chemical burns require flushing with copious amounts of fluid in an effort to remove as much chemical as possible. An antibiotic would not be needed to flush the eye. An eyedropper or cotton balls would not provide sufficient flushing pressure.
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C)
Chemical burns require flushing with copious amounts of fluid in an effort to remove as much chemical as possible. An antibiotic would not be needed to flush the eye. An eyedropper or cotton balls would not provide sufficient flushing pressure.
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D)
Chemical burns require flushing with copious amounts of fluid in an effort to remove as much chemical as possible. An antibiotic would not be needed to flush the eye. An eyedropper or cotton balls would not provide sufficient flushing pressure.
Application
Implementation
Physiological Integrity: Reduction of Risk Potential
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