In chemical burns, what should be done before irrigation?

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In chemical burns, what should be done before irrigation?

When a chemical burn occurs, quick decontamination is essential to limit tissue injury. If dry chemical is on the skin, the first step before irrigating is to brush off the dry chemical gently. Dry powders can continue to harm tissue or react when water is applied, so removing the chemical minimizes ongoing damage and makes irrigation more effective. After brushing, begin copious irrigation with clean running water to dilute and wash away what's left. Other steps, like removing nonadherent clothing or starting fluid resuscitation, matter for overall care but do not take precedence over removing the dry chemical before irrigation.

When a chemical burn occurs, quick decontamination is essential to limit tissue injury. If dry chemical is on the skin, the first step before irrigating is to brush off the dry chemical gently. Dry powders can continue to harm tissue or react when water is applied, so removing the chemical minimizes ongoing damage and makes irrigation more effective. After brushing, begin copious irrigation with clean running water to dilute and wash away what's left. Other steps, like removing nonadherent clothing or starting fluid resuscitation, matter for overall care but do not take precedence over removing the dry chemical before irrigation.

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