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What is the first step in treating a chemical burn of the skin?
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CALL 911 quick and don't touch it because then it will get infected
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Can Clorox bleach burn your hands?
Clorox bleach is generally safe however prolonged contact with the product can cause chemical burn. Individuals with sensitive skin condition can experience burn after just a short contact with Clorox.
What is the treatment plan for a chemical burn?
Once you've dealt with the original problem (flushed the area with plenty of water, treated it with something to neutralize any residue, etc.) then it's usually treated much like any other burn. For mild cases (reddening of the skin, but no actual blisters), anything you'd use for sunburn is probably fine.
Can hydrochloric acid burn you?
Yes. In the sense that it's an acid and if it came into contact with your skin it'd give you a chemical burn. This is why if your hydrochloric acid escapes the strong stomach wall it means very bad news for you.
Why does skin burn at 130 degrees F?
yes, your skin is it like water it burn at 100 f
Is Silver salts discolor the skin by reacting with skin protein is a chemical property?
It is not a property, it is a chemical reaction.
What type of burn will you be treating if the skin is charred?
Third degree
The victims skin around burn is charred and the muscle tissue is visible in center of wound what type of burn will you be treating?
Third degree.
The victims skin around the burn is charred and the muscle tissue in the center of the wound what type of burn will you be treating?
From the sounds of that that sounds like a 3rd degree burn. Which is the most severe burn.
What is a burn in which only the outer layer of skin is burned?
A burn that only affects the first layer of skin is called a first degree burn.
Why does sulfur burn human skin?
because sulfur is a very corrrosive chemical and can burn through solid rock
How can a chemical burn from an alkali affect the melanin in your skin?
Burns can be caused by extreme heat, extreme cold, chemicals, electricity, ... A first-degree burn is one that affects only the uppermost layer of the skin, ... With radiation, the melanin cells spread melanin in the skin to block ... Chemical burns can occur with the application of acids, strong alkali (such as lye), or other agents.
What type of burn is an acid burn?
An acid burn is a chemical burn; acids have free H+ ions that have a tenancy to attack and burn and sometimes dehydrate organic materials, such as your skin.
What is Fiona Wood famous for?
Fiona Woods is famous for inventing spray on skin for burn victims. This allows a special type of chemical to replace the burn injury with skin.
Why do blisters burn?
Yes it is a first degree burn
Why is it safe to put hair gel on your skin?
Because gel has a special chemical in it so the gel dousent burn of hurt your skin.
What do you do if you get bleach on you?
Wash with soap and water and you'll be fine. If you leave it on your skin, you could get a chemical burn.
You are the first to arrive at the scene of a vehicle accident and are assessing a burn victim The victim has blisters deep redness around the burn and shiny skin You classify the injury as what burn?
Id say its a 999/911 type. Stop being a fanny and ring for the ambulance and seek professional aid. All burns need treating
