The nursing assistant was using a chemical to disinfect a surface and accidently splashed some of the chemical in their eye and it began to burn. What action should the assistant take first?

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The nursing assistant has accidently splashed a chemical into their eye resulting in burning. The first action to take is to use the eye wash sink and dilute the chemical by flushing the eye with water. After this first action, the assistant could tell the nurse in charge so that nurse may read the SDS sheet and help the assistant to follow the recommendations. The assistant may choose to have a follow-up with a healthcare provider to ensure that the eye is properly treated.

The Nursing Assistant Was Using a Chemical to Disinfect a Surface