Biological, chemical, and radiological terrorism: emergency preparedness and response for the primary care physician

This book helps primary care physicians understand their roles in preparing for and responding to terrorist events. The text considers the physical and psychological impact of terrorism on providers and patients who are directly affected, as well as the spillover effects. Proactive measures are outlined, such as addressing concerns about risk. The text also details how to detect terrorist-caused illness as early as possible, how to provide defensive or preventative therapy, and how to treat ill patients. In-depth coverage of biologic agents (anthrax, plague, smallpox, botulism, tularemia, and hemorrhagic viruses), chemical agents (nerve and blister), and radiologic agents is provided. Readersalso learn how to counsel traumatized families. In addition, the text examines the structure, function, and planning efforts of the public health system atthe local, state, and federal levels. Emphasis is placed on how physicians can work with health officials on the delivery of preventive and therapeutic measures. Designed for primary care physicians Provides much needed guidance on preparing for and responding to terrorist events Addresses physical and psychological concerns Incorporates how to work with public health officials INDICE: Emergency preparedness for the primary care physician.- Biologicalterrorism.- Chemical terrorism.- Radiological terrorism.- Mental health and terrorism.- The primary care physician's role in supporting the public health response to biological, chemical, and radiological terrorism.

• ISBN: 978-0-387-47231-7
• Editorial: Springer
• Encuadernacion: Rústica
• Páginas: 248
• Fecha Publicación: 01/02/2008
• Nº Volúmenes: 1
• Idioma: Inglés