The first step for treating a patient who has been contaminated with dry lime is to:
A) neutralize the lime with a mild acidic solution, such as vinegar and water.
B) brush away as much of the powder as possible.
C) flush the skin with large amounts of isopropyl alcohol.
D) flush with copious amounts of tepid water.

Question

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

The first step is to brush away as much of the dry lime powder as possible to prevent further chemical reaction with moisture.

The First Step for Treating a Patient Who Has Been