Weapons of Mass Destruction and Terrorism Response Field Guide

Cocciardi, Joseph A. PhD, MS

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Book Information
Edition:	1st
Publisher:	Jones & Bartlett Publishing
ISBN:	0-7637-2516-1 (0763725161)
ISBN-13:	978-0-7637-2516-7 (9780763725167)
Format:	Spiral/Pocketbook
Binding:	Spiral
Copyright:	2004
Publish Date:	09/03
Weight:	0.43 Lbs.
Pages:	121
Subject Class:	HRP (Health Related Professions)
Return Policy:	Returns accepted up to 6 months provided no other recalls or return restrictions apply.

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Abstract:

Prepared by residents and chief residents and reviewed by clinical faculty at the Washington University School of Medicine, this handbook is a practical guide to the diagnosis and treatment of hematologic disorders and adult malignancies. It covers both inpatient and outpatient management approaches with the same front-lines practicality as the world-famous Washington Manual of Medical Therapeutics. Coverage includes both symptom-oriented and disease-oriented management strategies and both acute and chronic problems. The authors discuss the major clinical manifestations and usual management options for each disease entity. Each chapter ends with a list of key points to remember and includes current references. DESCRIPTION: This book is designed for use by front-line fire, law, EMS, public works, and public health employees. The guide provides information on preincident planning, such as: A list of potential targets and a description of the Homeland Security System Tips for recognizing an incident as terrorism Response recommendations, such as PPE selection and decontamination procedures, for specific chemical, biological, and nuclear incidents Information on scene management and coordination. The guide also features a number of reference tables intended to provide public safety professionals with essential information in a succinct layout. With its easy-to-follow, streamlined format, providers can quickly access important information in the field.

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