Alka Seltzer Reaction With Water
Burn from chemicals
First Aid
- Make sure the cause of the burn has been removed. Try not to come in contact with it yourself. If the chemical is dry, brush off any excess. Avoid brushing it into your eyes. Remove any contaminated clothing or jewelry.
- Flush the chemicals off the skin surface using cool running water for 15 minutes or more.
- Treat the person for
shock if he or she appears faint, pale, or if there is shallow, rapid breathing. - Apply cool,...
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