Handbook of Nuclear, Biological, and Chemical Agent Exposures

ISBN-13: 9780367388928 / Angielski / Miękka / 2019 / 752 str.

Jerrold B. Leikin; Robin B. McFee; Robert Kerscher

Opis

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.

Spis treści

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

O autorze

Jerrold B. Leikin, Robin B. McFee