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In caring at home for a child who just ingested a caustic alkali, the nurse would immediately tell the mother to:
A. Give vinegar, lemon juice, or orange juice
B. Phone the doctor
C. Take the child to the emergency room
D. Induce vomiting
Correct Answer: A
Explanation/Reference:
Explanation:
(A) The immediate action is to neutralize the action of the chemical before further damage takes place. (B) This action should be done after neutralizing the chemical. (C) This action should be done after neutralizing the chemical. (D) Never induce vomiting with a strong alkali or acid. Additional damage will be done when the child vomits the chemical.
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