An alert and oriented 5-year-old child drank some ammonia that was placed in a cup in the garage. He is very scared and complains of abdominal pain, but states that he has not vomited. Assessment shows ammonia in and around his mouth as well as on his breath. He has an open airway and is breathing adequately. His pulse and skin show no abnormalities. Appropriate care for this patient would include:
A) Rinsing his face and mouth with water
B) Inducing vomiting
C) Initiating positive pressure ventilation
D) Administering activated charcoal
A) Rinsing his face and mouth with water
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