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Nuclear, chemical, and biological terrorism : emergency response and public protection /

This book provides guidance on measures that should be considered to protect human lives from terrorist activities involving nuclear, chemical, and biological weapons. It provides a historical summary of the development and use of these weapons, and continues with a detailed discussion of the types...

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Bibliographic Details
Main Author: Byrnes, Mark E. (Mark Edward)
Corporate Author: Taylor & Francis
Other Authors: King, David A., Tierno, Philip M.
Format: eBook
Language:English
Language Notes:English.
Published: Boca Raton, FL : Lewis Publishers, ©2003.
Subjects:
Medical emergencies.
Terrorism.
Bioterrorism.
Bioterrorism
Emergencies
Terrorism
Urgences médicales.
Terrorisme.
Bioterrorisme.
terrorism.
MEDICAL > Nursing > Emergency.
MEDICAL > Emergency Medicine.
MEDICAL > Allied Health Services > Emergency Medical Services.
Medical emergencies
Biologische oorlogvoering.
Biologische wapens.
Kernwapens.
Chemische wapens.
Chemische oorlogvoering.
Massavernietigingswapens.
Noodgevallen.
Blootstelling.
Fulltext.
Internet Resource.
Illustration.
Online Access:Connect to the full text of this electronic book
Table of Contents:
  • Book Cover; Half-Title; Title; Copyright; Preface; Contents; 1 Introduction; 2 General Types of Radiation and Warfare Agents; 3 General Hazards from Exposure to Radiation and Warfare Agents; 4 Minimizing Exposure to Radiation and Warfare Agents; 5 Responding to a Nuclear Explosion; 6 Preparing for a Nuclear, Chemical, or Biological Attack; 7 Guidance for Emergency Responders; 8 Summary of Recommendations; Bibliography; Index.