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The treatment of children exposed to pathogens linked to bioterrorism.

Authors :
Markenson D
Source :
Infectious disease clinics of North America [Infect Dis Clin North Am] 2005 Sep; Vol. 19 (3), pp. 731-45.
Publication Year :
2005

Abstract

Health care providers must understand the following regarding pathogens linked to bioterrorism: (1) the classification and qualities of possible biologic agents; (2) the natural history and management of biologic, chemical and radiologic injuries and exposures; (3) chemical agents that may be used and their properties; (4) different types of radiologic terrorism; (5) decontamination procedures; and (6) availability of antidotes and other therapeutics.

Details

Language :
English
ISSN :
0891-5520
Volume :
19
Issue :
3
Database :
MEDLINE
Journal :
Infectious disease clinics of North America
Publication Type :
Academic Journal
Accession number :
16102658
Full Text :
https://doi.org/10.1016/j.idc.2005.05.004