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burns, first aid kit, skin layers, burn from chemicals, chemicals that touch skin, cause a limited skin reaction, an overall body reaction, chemical exposure is not always obvious, should suspect chemical exposure, an otherwise healthy person becomes ill, no apparent reason, an empty chemical container is found nearby, exposure to chemicals at work over a long period of time, cause changing symptoms, the chemical builds up, in the person's body, the person has a chemical, in the eyes, eye emergencies, the person has swallowed, inhaled a dangerous chemical, call poison control at 1-800-222-1222, depending on the type of exposure, abdominal pain, bright red, bluish skin, lips, breathing difficulty, convulsions, seizures, dizziness, headache, hives, itching, swelling, nausea, vomiting, weakness resulting, allergic reaction, irritability, pain, skin has come in contact, the toxic substance, rash, blisters, burns on the skin, unconsciousness, make sure the cause, the burn has been removed, try not to come in contact, it yourself, chemical is dry, brush off any excess, avoid brushing it into eyes, remove any contaminated clothing, jewelry, flush the chemicals off the skin surface using cool running water, 15 minutes, treat the person, shock, appears faint, pale, is shallow, rapid breathing, apply cool, wet compresses to relieve pain, wrap the burned area, a dry sterile dressing, clean cloth, protect the burned area from pressure, friction, minor chemical burns, generally heal, further treatment, second, third degree burn, overall body reaction, get medical help, in severe cases, don't leave the person alone, watch, systemic reactions, note, chemical gets, eyes, eyes, flushed, water, continue to flush the eyes, running water, at least 15 minutes, get medical help, become contaminated by the chemical, give first aid, not try to neutralize any chemical, consulting the poison control center, a physician, not disturb a blister, remove dead skin, a chemical burn, not apply any household remedy an ointment, salve to a chemical burn, the person is having difficulty breathing, having seizures, unconscious, many household products, made of toxic chemicals, important to read, follow label instructions, precautions, prolonged, low-level, exposure to chemicals, buy potentially poisonous substance in safety containers, buy only, never store household products in food, drink containers, leave them in original containers, the labels intact, avoid using potentially toxic substances, in the kitchen, around food, store chemicals safely immediately after use, avoid mixing different products that contain toxic chemicals ammonia, bleach, mixing, give off hazardous fumes, use paints, petroleum products, ammonia, bleach, products that give off fumes only, well ventilated area, all chemicals, stored out, the reach of young children--preferably, locked cabinet.