Bioterrorism: A Guide for Healthcare Professionals

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Course Objectives

At the conclusion of this activity, participants will be able to:

1. Define biological, chemical, and radiological bioterrorism
2. Identify the role of the health care provider in the event of a bioterrorism attack
3. Identify common bacterial and viral agents that may be used in a bioterrorism attack
4. Describe the steps that should be taken in response to various biological agents
5. Identify various toxins that may be used in a bioterrorism attack
6. Describe the appropriate response to an attack using various toxins
7. Describe the steps that should be taken following a chemical attack
8. Describe the ways in which terrorists may commit a radiological attack
9. Describe the various treatments that may be used following radiation exposure
10. Describe the various types of personal protective equipment that may be used when dealing with a biological, chemical, or radiological attack

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