A Patient Comes to the Emergency Department with Reports of Exposure

question 1

Multiple Choice

A patient comes to the emergency department with reports of exposure to a toxic chemical spill.The assessment reveals that the patient has inhaled the chemical and had the chemical on his clothing.What actions by the nurse are appropriate?

• A)The nurse advises the patient to leave in contact lenses to continue to provide protection to the eyes.
• B)The nurse will proceed to irrigate the patient's eyes for 5 to 7 minutes with water.
• C)The nurse will use tongs to handle items taken off by the patient.
• D)The nurse will place the clothing in a metal receptacle for disposal.

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