Contributions

  • King, David A. - Contributor
  • Tierno, Philip M. - Contributor

Publication

2003 - Lewis Publishers, Boca Raton, Florida

Language

English

Word Count

43,250 words, Guess

Page Count

173 pages

Identifiers

and 3 more
  • Library of Congress Control Number2003047591
  • Goodreads1379105
  • LibraryThing3781178

Classifications

  • LCCRC88.9.T47 B97 2003

Description

"Nuclear, Chemical, and Biological Terrorism: Emergency Response and Public Protection provides emergency responders and the general public with expert instruction on: types of weapons of mass destruction that could be used in a terrorist attack; mechanisms and conventional explosives that terrorists could use to disperse nuclear, chemical, or biological agents; routes by which victims may be exposed to these weapons; health hazards resulting from exposure; emergency preparedness planning; reduction of exposure risks to emergency responders; reduction of exposure risks to the general public; decontamination methods; prioritizing the treatment of injuries; medical treatment options for victims; methods to best increase chances of surviving a nuclear blast; and radiation exposure guidelines." "A "Summary of Recommendations" chapter provides a quick synopsis for split-second look-ups in the field - delivering sound advice that can reduce risks, prevent panic, and save lives in the event of a terrorist attack involving weapons of mass destruction."--Jacket.

Subjects

Other Editions

  • Nuclear, chemical, and biological terrorism: emergency response and public protectionLewis Publishers2003-01-01
Show 3 more editions

Similar Books

Reader Reviews

No reviews yet for this book.

Be the first to share your thoughts!