| Nuclear, Chemical, and Biological Terrorism: Emergency Response and Public Protection Contributor(s): Byrnes, Mark E. (Author), King, David A. (Author), Tierno Jr, Philip M. (Author) |
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ISBN: 1566706513 ISBN-13: 9781566706513 Publisher: CRC Press OUR PRICE: $209.00 Product Type: Hardcover - Other Formats Published: June 2003 Annotation: As attacks increasingly occur within the borders of the United States, the emergency responder will be the first line of defense. This reference book provides emergency responders with health consequences, treatment options, and ways to minimize exposure to various toxic agents. |
| Additional Information |
| BISAC Categories: - Political Science | Terrorism - History | Military - Biological & Chemical Warfare - History | Military - Nuclear Warfare |
| Dewey: 616 |
| LCCN: 2003047591 |
| Physical Information: 0.68" H x 6.34" W x 9.5" (1.00 lbs) 204 pages |
| Descriptions, Reviews, Etc. |
| Publisher Description: This book provides guidance on measures that should be considered to protect human lives from terrorist activities involving nuclear, chemical, and biological weapons. It provides a historical summary of the development and use of these weapons, and continues with a detailed discussion of the types of radiation and warfare agents that are available, including methods for dispersing them. The text also analyzes human exposure to radiation or chemical and biological agents, along with treatment methods that are available to treat exposed individuals. The authors provide an exploratory look at emergency preparedness measures that can be enacted to mitigate future emergencies, including training techniques and strategies. |