Hospital Preparedness
Hospital Preparedness Kathy J. Rinnert Daniel C. Keyes INTRODUCTION Terrorist-related events have been increasing over the last decade (1). Coping with them is an ever-changing, dynamic process. In response to…
Scene Preparedness
Scene Preparedness Marc Eckstein Ray Fowler INTRODUCTION Preparedness is the key to being able to respond safely and efficiently to terrorist incidents. Even though one certainly cannot plan for every…
Introduction to All-Hazards Preparedness and Planning for Terrorism
Introduction to All-Hazards Preparedness and Planning for Terrorism Adam H. Miller John Munyak Raymond E. Swienton Phillip L. Coule Karelene Hosford INTRODUCTION In this post–September 11 era, more horrific acts…
Structural Collapse, Extrication, Crush Syndrome, and Rhabdomyolysis
Structural Collapse, Extrication, Crush Syndrome, and Rhabdomyolysis Adam H. Miller In the new era since 9/11, our world faces not only the constant threats of natural disasters but also man-made…
Types of Explosions and Explosive Injuries Defined
Types of Explosions and Explosive Injuries Defined Richard Linsky Adam Miller The worldwide escalation of violence, both civilian and military, demands that medical personnel and first responders be prepared to…
Nuclear Power Plant Disasters
Nuclear Power Plant Disasters Wilfredo Rivera NAME OF AGENT Nuclear Power Plant Disaster THEORETICAL AND SCIENTIFIC BACKGROUND The first successful nuclear detonation took place in New Mexico in July 1945…
Detonation of a Nuclear Device
Detonation of a Nuclear Device Cham E. Dallas INTRODUCTION The increasing likelihood of the use of weapons of mass destruction (WMD) on large civilian populations has been described in international…
Radiation Dispersal Devices, Dirty Bombs, and Nonconventional Radiation Exposure
Radiation Dispersal Devices, Dirty Bombs, and Nonconventional Radiation Exposure Madison Patrick Keith Edsal Daniel C. Keyes The author T. S. Elliot once said, “Give me a handful of dust, and…
Treatment of Radiation Exposure and Contamination
Treatment of Radiation Exposure and Contamination Keith Edsall Daniel C. Keyes Most physicians have little knowledge about treating radiation injuries because the subject is not included in the medical school…
Personal Protection and Decontamination for Radiation Emergencies
Personal Protection and Decontamination for Radiation Emergencies Keith Edsall Daniel C. Keyes PERSONAL PROTECTION Personal protection for incidents involving radioactive materials should be integrated into an all-hazards approach to disaster…
