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If someone needs immediate help with object in eye, use emergency mode.
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DEVELOPMENT FIXTURE — A sharp or embedded object — metal, glass, wood, or tool fragment — is in or penetrating the eye.
The essentials if you need to act right now.
Call 112. Do not pull object out. Shield both eyes. Keep still.
What might I see? Observable signs — no diagnosis required.
DEVELOPMENT FIXTURE — Visible object protruding from the eye or lid.
DEVELOPMENT FIXTURE — Severe pain, bleeding, or the person unable to look around.
Optional deeper explanation — not required to act.
DEVELOPMENT FIXTURE — The object may be sealing a wound. Removing it can cause severe bleeding and permanent vision loss.
DEVELOPMENT FIXTURE — Both eyes should be covered because moving the uninjured eye moves the injured one.
Check the scene before you approach.
Civilian-safe actions you can take.
DEVELOPMENT FIXTURE — Call 112 or 108. Tell them an object is embedded in the eye.
DEVELOPMENT FIXTURE — Tell the person not to touch their face or the object.
DEVELOPMENT FIXTURE — Place a cup or stiff shield over both eyes — tape to forehead and cheek, not on the object.
DEVELOPMENT FIXTURE — Have them lie flat if possible and keep head still until help arrives.
When and how to get professional help.
Any penetrating eye injury is an emergency — transport without delay.
DEVELOPMENT FIXTURE — Shield, immobilize, and call for help. Never attempt to remove embedded objects.
DEVELOPMENT FIXTURE — Call 112. Say: "Penetrating eye injury — object still in place. Need ambulance."
DEVELOPMENT FIXTURE — Give exact location and keep the person still during the call.
Dangerous actions, when not to attempt rescue, and common myths.
DEVELOPMENT FIXTURE — Do NOT remove the object — even if it seems small.
DEVELOPMENT FIXTURE — Do NOT rinse the eye if an object is embedded.
DEVELOPMENT FIXTURE — You should pull out a small object stuck in the eye quickly
DEVELOPMENT FIXTURE — Removing an embedded object can worsen bleeding and damage internal eye structures.
DEVELOPMENT FIXTURE — Permanent blindness from improper removal.
Other scenarios in the same family.
Chemical in eye
DEVELOPMENT FIXTURE — A chemical, cleaning product, or irritant has entered a person's eye and they are in pain.
Facial injury
DEVELOPMENT FIXTURE — The face has significant cuts, swelling, deformity, or pain after a fall, assault, or accident.
Eye hit
DEVELOPMENT FIXTURE — The eye was struck by a ball, fist, object, or fall. Pain, swelling, or vision changes may follow.
Object in nose
DEVELOPMENT FIXTURE — A bead, pea, paper, or toy part is stuck in one nostril causing blockage or bad smell.
DEVELOPMENT FIXTURE — Penetrating eye injuries require emergency surgical care.
DEVELOPMENT FIXTURE — Do not eat or drink if surgery may be needed — follow dispatcher advice.