1st Edition

Handbook of Nuclear, Biological, and Chemical Agent Exposures

Edited By Jerrold B. Leikin, Robin B. McFee, Robert Kerscher Copyright 2007
752 Pages
by CRC Press

752 Pages
by CRC Press

752 Pages
by CRC Press

Treating nuclear, biological, and chemical agent exposures presents a unique set of challenges. These scenarios usually involve multiple exposures, sometimes even mass exposures, from a single, often poorly-defined, event. Early symptoms are not distinct and can often be variable. Laboratory analyses may be required from environmental, often nonbiological, specimens. Scene evaluation and... Read more
Special Topics Include:
  • Dermal Aspects of Bioterrorism
  • Pediatric Mass Exposure
  • Field Identification and Decontamination
  • Pharmacy Preparedness

    Alphabetical Monographs - 63 Chemical Agents, 27 Biological Agents, 50 Diagnostic Tests/Procedures, 65 Antidotal Agents, 11 Radiological Agents

    Appendix - Includes tables, algorithms, charts, graphs, general and specific toxicology guidelines

    Alphabetical Index - Contains monographs names, brand names, synonyms, and scientific names to assist in easy location of monographs
  • Biography

    Jerrold B. Leikin, Robin B. McFee