While He Is Changing the Battery on a Truck, Acid

question 24

Multiple Choice

While he is changing the battery on a truck, acid from the battery splashed into a 66-year-old male's right eye. He complains of burning pain to his right eye and he is having a hard time keeping it open. He is alert and oriented and has no problems with his airway, breathing, or circulation. Your next action would be to:

• A) cover both eyes and provide immediate and rapid transport.
• B) rinse the eye with a mixture of sterile water and activated charcoal.
• C) place a cold pack to the eye and immediately transport to the hospital.
• D) irrigate the eye with tap water for a minimum of 20 minutes.