Preparing hospitals for bioterror : a medical and biomedical systems approach /

Preparing hospitals for bioterror : a medical and biomedical systems approach /

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Imprint:	Amsterdam ; Boston : Elsevier Academic Press, ©2006.
Description:	1 online resource (xv, 443 pages) : illustrations
Language:	English
Subject:	Emergency medical services. Hospitals -- Emergency services. Bioterrorism. Bioterrorism. Emergency medical services. Hospitals -- Emergency services. Bioterrorism. Bioterrorism. Hospital Administration. Emergency Service, Hospital. Electronic books. Electronic books.
Format:	E-Resource Book
URL for this record:	http://pi.lib.uchicago.edu/1001/cat/bib/11153905

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Varying Form of Title:	Hospital preparation for bioterror
Other authors / contributors:	McIsaac, Joseph H., editor.
ISBN:	9780120884407 0120884402 0080465684 9780080465685
Notes:	Includes bibliographical references and index. Print version record.
Summary:	Hospital Preparation for Bioterror provides an extremely timely guide to improving the readiness of hospitals or healthcare organizations to manage mass casualties as a result of bioterrorism, biological warfare, and natural disasters. Contributions from leading law enforcement agencies, hospital administrators, clinical engineers, surgeons and terror-prevention professionals provide the most comprehensive, well-rounded source for this valuable information. Chapters on logistics and protecting the infrastructure help personnel distinguish the specific risks and vulnerabilities of each unique institution and assists in identifying specific solutions for disaster and bioterrorism preparedness. Principles and techniques discussed are applicable to all disasters, both large and small, not just bioterrorism Technical aspects such as hospital power and telecommunications are covered, in addition to patient care, response to mass casualties, large-scale drills, and surge capacity. Organized along functional lines, patient flow, medical specialty, and infrastructure A complimentary website with supplementary materials, check-lists, and references enhances the text and provides additional resources for preparedness.
Other form:	Print version: Preparing hospitals for bioterror. Amsterdam ; Boston : Elsevier Academic Press, ©2006 0120884402 9780120884407
Standard no.:	9780120884407