Safety & Environmental Protection (Deck) USCG Question #1541 (Set 47)

What is the immediate and most effective first aid treatment for chemical burns?

Official USCG Answer & Rule Citation

Correct Answer: Option B — flood the affected area with water

Immediate and prolonged copious flushing with water is the definitive first aid intervention for chemical burns. Rapid dilution and removal of the chemical agent halt tissue destruction and mitigate systemic toxicity.

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