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