| Description |
xvii, 189 pages : 1 chart ; 23 cm |
| Contents |
1. Brief Overview of Biological Warfare and Bioterrorism -- 2. Pathogens Posing Major Threats -- 3. Medical Diagnosis and Initial Treatment -- 4. Pediatric Treatment -- 5. Useful Procedures -- 6. Precautionary Measures -- 7. Personnel Issues Relevant to Bioterrorism -- 8. Resources -- 9. Federal and State Agencies Relevant to Counter-Bioterrorism |
| Summary |
"Bioterrorism: Field Guide to Disease Identification and Initial Patient Management helps first-responders to recognize quickly the signs and symptoms caused by exposure to bioterrorism agents. It provides enough information to initiate treatment while a definitive diagnosis is being determined and presents measures for preventing contamination of those involved in the victims' medical management."--BOOK JACKET |
| Notes |
Includes 1 folded chart |
| Bibliography |
Includes bibliographical references (pages 139-152) and index |
| Subject |
Biological warfare -- Handbooks, manuals, etc.
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Bioterrorism -- Handbooks, manuals, etc.
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Communicable diseases -- Prevention -- Handbooks, manuals, etc.
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Emergency medical services -- Handbooks, manuals, etc.
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| Genre/Form |
Handbooks and manuals.
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| LC no. |
2003053185 |
| ISBN |
0849320305 spiral alkaline paper |
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