What is the treatment for nerve agent poisoning?
• Prevention of illness after contact: First, leave the area where the nerve agent was released and move to fresh air. • Remove clothing. • Quickly take off clothing that may have the chemical on it. If possible, any clothing that has to be pulled over the head should be cut off the body instead so the chemical does not get near the eyes, mouth or nose. If helping other people remove their clothing, try to avoid touching any areas that may have the chemical on them, and remove the clothing as fast as possible. • Wash affected areas. • As quickly as possible, wash any chemical from the skin with lots of soap and water. • If the eyes are burning or vision is blurred, rinse the eyes with plain water for 10 to 15 minutes. • If contact lenses are worn, remove them and put them with the clothing. Do not put the contacts back in. If eyeglasses are worn, wash them with soap and water. Eyeglasses can be put back on after they are washed. • Discard contaminated items. • Place the clothing and an
