An employee spilled industrial acids on his arms and legs at work.What is the appropriate action by the occupational nurse at the facility?

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The best action for the occupational nurse to take is to immediately flush the substance off the employee's arms and legs with large amounts of tap water. This will help dilute and remove the acid from the skin, preventing further damage. The employee should then seek medical attention for further evaluation and treatment. Applying cool compresses, an alkaline solution, or covering the affected area with dry, sterile dressings are not recommended as they may further aggravate the skin or prevent proper flushing of the acid from the skin.

An Employee Spilled Industrial Acids on His Arms and Legs