A patient is brought into the emergency department with chemical burns. Which of the following should the nurse do to help this patient?

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The nurse should check to see if all of the clothing has been removed and begin flushing the patient's skin with water. This will help remove any remaining chemical and prevent further tissue damage. It may also be necessary to remove any jewelry to ensure that the areas underneath can be properly flushed. Contact lenses should be removed if possible. Warm water should be used if available, but the temperature of the water is less important than the duration of the flushing process.

A Patient Is Brought into the Emergency Department with Chemical