First aid by symptoms mobile
Eye Injuries – Corrosive Chemicals
What to do
– Pain
– Swelling of eyelid
– Red, swollen and/or watering eye
What to do
– Gently hold the casualty’s eye open under cold running water for at least 10 minutes. You could also use a jug or glass.
– Cover the injured eye with a sterile dressing and secure with a bandage.
– Ensure the casualty is taken to hospital.
IMPORTANT
– Never allow the casualty to touch their eye.
ij gĠ퀐ǮŸ:pulse, and be ready to start artificial ventilation or cardiopulmonary resuscitation, if necessary.
– Call an ambulance.
IMPORTANT
– If high voltage electricity is involved, call an ambulance and stay well clear of the area until help arrives.
