The approach to nuclear, biological, and chemical agent exposures presents different and unique challenges to the clinician. Handbook of Nuclear, Biological, and Chemical Agent Exposures provides concise information on radiation substances, biological agents, chemical toxins, laboratory tests, and antidotes.
The book includes radiation, biological, and chemical monographs as well as essays on topics such as Field Identification and Decontamination of Toxins, Bioterrorism and the Skin, and Mass Exposures Involving the Pediatric Population. It takes a concise yet comprehensive clinical approach to treatment of these exposures.
Features:
- contains information on nuclear, biological, and chemical agents
- provides information on antidotes and other aspects of treating those exposed to weapons of mass destruction
- provides algorithmic approach to case classification
- discusses how to assess multiple exposures
- includes extensive list of weapons of mass destruction preparedness
