…..the chemical has been diluted and the stinging sensation begins to reduce.
Continue flushing for at least 20 minutes, and longer if irritation continues.
For chemical exposure to the eyes:
• hold the eye open
• flush continuously with water
• tilt the head so contaminated water flows away from the other eye
Call 111 if the burn is serious.
Contact the National Poisons Centre – 0800 POISON (0800 764 766) for advice.
Never attempt to neutralise chemical burns with other chemicals.
Support help and advice is available from the awesome people at the Burns Support Group Charitable Trust
Tomorrow we step away from chemicals and look at sunburn.
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Data and information are fact-checked against various recognised sources, including the New Zealand Resuscitation Council, Health Navigator New Zealand, St John, and other recognised entities specialising in the specific subject content. It should be noted that there are variances in protocols, which are identified where necessary.