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Question: What should I do when chemical injury to the eye occurred?

Answer:

1. Turn the victim’s head so the injured eye is down and to the side. Holding the eyelid open, pour fresh water in the eye for 15 minutes, or until you have medical help. You may have to force the victim’s eyes open.

2. If both eyes are affected, or if the chemicals are also on other parts of the body, have the victim take a shower.

3. Remove contact lenses - but only after the eyes have been rinsed.

4. Cover both eyes (even if only one eye is affected) with a clean dressing, and avoid any rubbing of the eyes. Even if only one eye is affected, covering both eyes will help discourage eye movement.

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