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Splash - First Aid and Emergency Treatment Guide

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Overview

When a toxic chemical is splashed into the eye(s), it could cause serious complications that may lead to blindness.

Causes

  • Working with chemicals in factories
  • Handling car battery
  • Working in research laboratories
  • Handling household chemicals

Symptoms

  • Irritation in eye
  • Eye Burns
  • Watering of the eye

Treatment

  • Lay the person on the floor
  • Keep eye lids open forcibly 
  • Use clean cold water to wash eyes gently
  • Keep washing steadily for at least 20 minutes
  • Rinse/wash hands thoroughly to remove chemical
  • If wearing contact lens remove them
  • Do not rub eyes
  • Do not use eye drops until told 
  • Wear sunglasses to minimize irritation
  • After these basic steps seek medical help
  • Remember the name of chemical to tell doctor
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Prevention

  • If working with chemicals, wear protective face-mask
  • Wear eye goggles whenever required
  • Do not be careless with chemicals
  • Store household chemicals safely
  • Keep chemicals out of reach of children
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