A 29-year-old male was exposed to a dry powder chemical. He is conscious and alert, but is restless and in intense pain. You should:
A: remove his clothing, brush the chemical off his skin, and then irrigate his skin with copious amounts of water.
B: administer oxygen, cover him with several blankets to keep the chemical contained, and transport him promptly.
C: brush as much of the chemical off his skin as you can and then irrigate his skin with water for 20 to 30 minutes.
D: irrigate his skin with copious amounts of water, establish vascular access, and administer a narcotic analgesic.
Answer: A: remove his clothing, brush the chemical off his skin, and then irrigate his skin with copious amounts of water.
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