Question

Ms. Grant had been cleaning the bathroom and without thinking, had mixed two different household cleaners in order to clean up some tough mold and mildew. She began to feel dizzy and had difficulty breathing. What is the FIRST step Ms. Grant should take to remedy her situation?

A) Dispose of both chemicals.
B) Open a window in the room.
C) Leave the area immediately.
D) Call the National Poison Control Center immediately.

Answer 1

Answer: The answer is C: leave the area immediately.

Explanation: (not because my mom said this, but...) whenever you mix two chemicals together, (such as household cleaners) you may soon begin to feel nauseous and dizzy, leading to the reaction of a thing called chloramine, an issue for when you do this dangerous process. If done, it would be best if you leave the area immediately, thus making my answer C.

Answer 2

Answer : Option C) leave the area immediately.

Explanation : As this is the situation where she has to be safe first and then inform someone about her health. Once she leaves the area the effect of the two chemicals will be reduced and she will get more fresh air with plenty of oxygen to regain her senses and then she will be able perform any other task.