The burn should also be checked for signs of infection, such as increased pain, redness, swelling or pus. A healthcare provider needs to be seen if any of these are present. Burned skin itches as it heals, but the skin should not be scratched and nor blisters broken. This reduces the risk of infection. The burned area can be sensitive to sunlight for up to a year, so sunscreen is needed when the person goes outside (Morgan). The injured person should immediately go to the hospital in the case of third-degree chemical burns. No material or clothing that is stuck to the burn should be removed. The burn should not be soaked or any ointment applied. The burn can be gently covered with a cool, wet sterile bandage or clean cloth until receiving medical assistance. If possible, the burned area should be raised above the level of the person's heart (Morgan).

According to the Mayo Clinic, if chemicals get into a person's eyes, immediate action needs to be taken. The eyes must be flushed with lukewarm tap water for a minimum of 20 minutes. This can be done in a shower with a gentle stream of lukewarm water streaming down the forehead or a direct stream on the bridge of the nose to the eyes. The eyes need to be kept open. or, the person can put his or her...

Young children can lie in the bathtub or lean over the sink while water is poured over their forehead or bridge of their nose. If contacts do not flush out, they need to be removed. The eye should not be rubbed and nothing, not even eye drops, should be used. If the above steps do not relieve the pain, the person needs emergency care. It is important to keep the chemical container to know what caused the problem. Sunglasses can be worn to reduce sensitivity to light. The person providing first-aid care should make sure that his or her hands are completely void of soap and chemicals. In all cases, chemical burns should be taken seriously and watched carefully throughout the day that they occurred and in the following days.
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Merck Manual. Online Medical Library. 5 July 2010 http://www.merck.com/mmhe/sec24/ch289/ch289a.html

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