Citation

Rodeheaver GT, Wheeler CB, Vensko JA, Edgerton MT, Edlich RF. JACEP 1979; 8(8): 307-311.

Copyright

(Copyright © 1979, American College of Emergency Physicians, Publisher Elsevier Publishing)

DOI

unavailable

PMID

459189

Abstract

The multipurpose dry chemical fire extinguishers are unusually efficient in extinguishing many classes of fire: A) ordinary combustible; B) flammable liquids and C) electrical equipment. This exemplary performance of multipurpose extinguishers is associated with minimal toxic effects to humans. Following contact of soft tissue with the multipurpose dry chemical, the tissue exhibits a remarkable ability to resist infection and a normal capacity to heal following injury. This negligible toxicity of the multipurpose dry chemicals makes them safe for extinguishing the flaming clothes of human burn victims.

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