Nuclear, Chemical, and Biological Terrorism: Emergency Response and Public Protection

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ISBN: 9781566706513 | 1566706513
Cover: Hardcover
Copyright: 6/26/2003

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As attacks increasingly occur within the borders of the United States, the emergency responder will be the first line of defense. This reference book provides emergency responders with health consequences, treatment options, and ways to minimize exposure to various toxic agents.

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Preface
INTRODUCTION
Purpose and Scope
Historical Perspective on Terrorism Targeted Against the United States
Historical Development of Nuclear Weapons
Historical Development of Chemical Weapons
Historical Development of Biological Weapons
Conventional Explosives Available for Dispersing Agents
GENERAL TYPES OF RADIATION AND WARFARE AGENTS
Radiation
Chemical Warfare Agents
Biological Warfare Agents
GENERAL HAZARDS FROM EXPOSURE TO RADIATION AND WARFARE AGENTS
Radiation
Chemical Agents
Biological Agents
MINIMIZING EXPOSURE TO RADIATION AND WARFARE AGENTS
Time of Exposure
Distance
Shielding
Summary-Minimizing Exposure to Radiation and Warfare Agents
RESPONDING TO A NUCLEAR EXPLOSION
Nuclear Explosion 101
Response to a Nuclear Explosion
Summary-Response to a Nuclear Explosion
PREPARING FOR A NUCLEAR, CHEMICAL, OR BIOLOGICAL ATTACK
Emergency Preparedness Plan
Emergency Preparedness Training
Emergency Preparedness Practice Drills
Alarm Systems
Air Purification System
Water Purification System
Personal Protective Equipment
First Aid Kit
Communication Devices
Emergency Lighting
Emergency Food Supply
Screening Instruments
Summary-Preparing for a Nuclear, Chemical, or Biological Attack
GUIDANCE FOR EMERGENCY RESPONDERS
Prioritizing Injuries
Assessing Patients for Contamination
Personnel Decontamination Procedures
Exposure Guidance for Emergency Responders
Training For Emergency Responders
SUMMARY OF RECOMMENDATIONS
Minimizing Exposure to Radiation (Dirty Bomb) and Warfare Agents
Minimizing Exposure to Radiation from Nuclear Explosion
Preparing for a Nuclear, Chemical, or Biological Attack
Guidance for Emergency Responders
BIBLIOGRAPHY

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