What is the appropriate first aid action to take for contact injuries from a lithium battery?

The appropriate first aid action for contact injuries from a lithium battery focuses on the immediate treatment of burns and injuries that may result from the corrosive materials within the battery. If a lithium battery has caused burns or skin irritation upon contact, removing any clothing in the affected area is crucial because fabric can trap heat and potentially exacerbate the severity of the burn.

Treating burns appropriately involves assessing the area affected and determining the extent of the injury, which may include applying burn-specific first aid measures. In this context, prioritizing the removal of clothing and treating burns as applicable allows for better ventilation of the injured area and reduces the risk of infection or further damage, especially in cases where chemical burns may require special care.

While other options suggest different actions, they do not specifically address the type of injury that contact with a lithium battery may cause and may not adequately mitigate the injury's severity.