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The 19 pages that link to Decontamination, each with the reason it gives.

• BiosecurityRelated: Decontamination reduces the chance that agents leave contaminated areas on people or equipment.

• Aseptic techniqueCompared with: Decontamination lowers hazards but does not necessarily render materials sterile.

• DisinfectionNarrower topic: Disinfection is one possible part of this broader process.

• Organophosphate poisoningRelated: Removing contaminated clothing and washing exposed skin can prevent continued absorption and secondary exposure.

• Chemical burnNarrower topic: Chemical-burn first aid is one form of decontamination focused on stopping ongoing tissue exposure.

• Poison control centerRelated: Specialists may recommend safe decontamination after skin or eye exposure.

• PralidoximeRelated: Preventing further absorption complements antidote treatment after organophosphate exposure.

• PoisoningRelated: Its value depends on the substance, route, timing, and risk of the procedure.

• AntidoteCompared with: It limits exposure, whereas an antidote counteracts toxic effects after exposure.

• Chemical warfare agentRelated: Prompt removal can limit continued exposure after chemical contamination.

• Mustard gasRelated: Prompt removal of mustard from skin and clothing can limit continued exposure.

• Riot control agentRelated: Prompt removal from exposure and washing can reduce continued irritation and contamination.

• Plant toxicityRelated: Appropriate decontamination may limit further absorption after some plant exposures.

• Tear gasRelated: Prompt removal of contaminated clothing and rinsing can reduce continuing exposure.

• UrushiolRelated: Prompt washing and cleaning can reduce urushiol carried on skin, clothing, and tools.

• Blister agentRelated: Rapid decontamination can reduce continued exposure after contact with a blister agent.

• CS gasRelated: Removing CS particles from skin, eyes, and clothing helps limit continued irritation.

• Dirty bombRelated: Cleanup may require removing contaminated materials and controlling radioactive dust.

• Toxic injuryRelated: Removing an unabsorbed toxicant can limit further injury.