Chlorine gas
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Background
Clinical Features
Differential Diagnosis
Evaluation
Management
Disposition
See Also
External Links
References
Chlorine
- Smells of a swimming pool or bleach
- Most common exposure is secondary to mixing household cleaners
- Irritation of conjunctivae, nose, pharynx, larynx, trachea, and bronchi
- Individuals with gas exposure may not need decon, if skin symptoms absent
- Rare ocular injury as tears protect mucous membranes from direct damage