I’m amazed that I have never heard a peep about this dangerous issue! Â If a child swallows a Coin Lithium Battery (and they are in so many things these days!), the child can incur tissue damage in as little time as two hours. Â Most things children swallow will pass without problem, through their system. Â Coin Lithium batteries however, can become lodged in their esophagus and cause severe chemical burns. Â When a battery gets stuck in a child’s throat, the saliva triggers an electrical current. Â This triggers the chemical reaction that causes burns. Â Even more frightening, once the chemical reaction begins, it can continue even after the battery is removed. Â Repairing the damage caused by a Coin Lithium battery can require multiple surgeries and tubes for breathing and feeding.
I’m not alone in my ignorance.  In a survey conducted by Energizer, 62 percent of parents reported being unaware of the risk associated with coin lithium batteries.  Every parent, no every one who is ever with children, should know how to prevent injuries from the ingestion of Coin Lithium batteries.
Energizer is conducting a public service campaign called The Battery Controlled to spread the word about things you can do to minimize the risk and protect families. They are working in partnership with Safe Kids Worldwide.
The 4 S’s of Coin Lithium Battery Safety
·         STORE devices that use coin lithium batteries out of reach of children
·         SECURE the battery compartments of devices
·         SELECT battery packaging that meets federal guidelines for child resistance, such as Energizer’s coin lithium battery packaging
·         SHARE this information with your friends and family
Energizer led the industry by being the first to voluntarily develop packaging for its 20 millimeter coin lithium batteries that meets the Consumer Product Safety Commission’s (CPSC) strict guidelines for child-resistant packaging. Identifying ways its products can help keep families safe is part of the Energizer commitment to designing its products with people in mind and investing in programs that have a positive impact on the world. that’s positivenergy™
If it is suspected that a child has swallowed a coin lithium battery, it is important to go to the emergency department immediately. For more information on child safety and coin lithium battery safety, please visit nsc.org, www.energizer.com, TheBatteryControlled.com and www.poison.org/battery.Â
The Test
Energizer sent me a package of their batteries that they contain in child resistant packaging and a competitor’s. Â It took me under a minute to open the competitor’s which was basically a plastic front and paper back. Â I tried and my husband tried for over 10 minutes to open the Energizer with no success (and no scissors). Â A huge difference. Â The difference I want when I picture a child trying to open and potentially swallow one of these batteries.
Giveaway
Energizer is sponsoring a giveaway! Â One lucky reader is going to win:
- Two (2) packages of Energizer Coin Lithium batteries
- One (1) Energizer LED Nightlight (winner’s choice between Sleeping Beauty or Cars)
- One (1) Energizer Weatheready 2-in-1 LED Light
To enter, leave a comment below answering one of these questions. Â You can enter up to six times – one comment for each question (hint: Â all the answers are in the post above)Â and one for taking this pledge. Â “I pledge to tell at least one other parent about the precautions we should take with coin lithium batteries.” Â Just leave a comment telling me you pledge.
I’m always doing a happy dance when I get new followers, buttons to follow are at the top right of the page. Â Also, please follow Energizer(links below) to thank them for the giveaway, but neither is required for this one.
Q1: Â How long does it take for tissue damage to a child who swallowed a coin lithium battery?
Q2: Â What triggers an electrical current that results in chemical burns in the throat?
Q3: Â In the survey conducted by Energizer what percentage of parents were unaware of the dangers of coin lithium batteries?
Q4: Â How long did it take me to open a competitor’s package of batteries? Â How long for the Energizer?
Q5: Â What should you do if you suspect someone has swallowed a coin lithium battery?
To learn more and follow Energizer:
Disclosure of Material Connection: Â I was compensated for this post. Â All opinions are my own, unless otherwise stated.
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A1- in little to two hours
A3- the saliva
A2- the saliva
A3- 62%
A4- under a minute, 10 minutes
A5- go to the emergency department immediately.
A2-Saliva triggers an electrical current.
Tissue damage can occur in as little as 2 hours
tissue damage can occur in as little as 2 hours
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A1: A child can incur tissue damage in as little time as two hours.
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A2: The saliva triggers an electrical current.
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A3: 62 percent of parents reported being unaware of the risk associated with coin lithium batteries.
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A4: Took under a minute to open competitors package and over 10 minutes for Energizer!
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A5: In case of suspected ingestion, go to the emergency department immediately!
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Answer to question 1: A child can incur tissue damage in as little time as two hours.
Answer to question 2: The saliva triggers an electrical current.
I am not entering I would like to thank you for this post. I had never considered this. My 14 month old gets into everything. Thank You very much for this post!!!
Answer to question 3: 62 % of parents reported being unaware of the risk associated with coin lithium batteries.
Answer to question 4: To open competitor’s: under 1 minute. To open the Energizer: over 10 minutes.
Answer to question 5: Go to the emergency dept. ASAP!
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1. In as litle as 2 hours
2. The saliva
3. 62%
4. under a minute – 10 minutes
5. go to the emergency department immediately
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Q1: Tissue damage can occur in as little as 2 hours!
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Q2: Saliva is what triggers the electrical shock
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Q3: 62% of parents were unaware (including me!)
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Q4: Comp brand ~ under a minute Energizer ~ 10 minutes
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Q5: Go to the ER! immediately!
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Q1 two hours
Q2 saliva
Q3 62%
Q4 To open competitor’s: under 1 minute. To open the Energizer: over 10 minutes
Q5 go to the emergency room
Tissue damage can occur in as little as two hours. Thanks for the great information and the giveaway. I am a regular visitor to your blog. Keep up the terrific blogging.
Saliva triggers the electrical current.
Sixty two percent of parents were unaware of the dangers.
It took you under a minute to open the competitor’s package and more than ten minutes to open the child proof Energizer package.
If ingestion is suspected, you should proceed immediately to the emergency room.
I pledge to tell at least one other parent about the precautions we should take with coin lithium batteries.
Q1: How long does it take for tissue damage to a child who swallowed a coin lithium battery?
A child can incur tissue damage in as little time as two hours.
Q2: What triggers an electrical current that results in chemical burns in the throat?
Saliva triggers an electrical current that results in chemical burns in the throat.
Q3: In the survey conducted by Energizer what percentage of parents were unaware of the dangers of coin lithium batteries?
In the survey conducted by Energizer, 62 percent of parents reported being unaware of the risk associated with coin lithium batteries.
Q4: How long did it take me to open a competitor’s package of batteries? How long for the Energizer?
It took you under a minute to open the competitor’s package of batteries.
And over 10 minutes to open the Energizer package.
Q5: What should you do if you suspect someone has swallowed a coin lithium battery?
If it is suspected that a child has swallowed a coin lithium battery, it is important to go to the emergency department immediately.
Sorry for the double posts for Q4. I thought there would be a reply sub-comment to the first entry rather than a completely separate, newly numbered comment created. I just forgot to answer the second part of the question the first time and wanted to make sure I’d answered properly. :-(
1. in as little as 2 hours
2. Saliva
3. 62%
Q1: The child can incur tissue damage in as little time as two hours.
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Q2: The saliva
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Q3: 62%
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Q4: Under a minute to open the competitor’s and over 10 minutes to open the Energizer with no success.
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Q5: Go to the emergency department immediately.
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I pledge to tell at least one other parent about the precautions we should take with coin lithium batteries.
I pledge!!
q1 as little as 2 hours
Q2 Saliva triggers an electrical current that results in chemical burns in the throat
Q3 62 percent of parents reported being unaware
Q4 To open competitor’s: under 1 minute. To open the Energizer: over 10 minutes
Q5 Go to ER, ASAP
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1 It can take 2 hours for tissue damage to occur.
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2. The saliva triggers an electrical current.
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3. 62% of parents were unaware of the dangers of lithium batteries.
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4. Under a minute for the competitor and 10 minutes for energizer.
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5. If you think your child swallowed a coin lithium battery, take them to the emergency room immediately.
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