Deck General USCG Q#1527 (Set 48)

What is the proper first aid for LPG in the eye?

Official USCG Answer & Rule Citation

Correct Answer: Option B — Flush the eye with plenty of water.

LPG contact with the eyes causes immediate cryogenic burns. Flushing the eyes with copious amounts of clean, lukewarm water is the required first aid to remove the chemical, soothe the tissue, and prevent further thermal damage. Do not rub the eyes, as this can cause mechanical injury to the cornea.

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