Implications of chemical biological terrorist events for children and pregnant women.
During the past decade, the world has become more aware that chemical and biological weapons could be used on civilians as terrorism and that casualties could include children. It is essential that nurses who care for children and pregnant women know how to recognize the effects of this type of weapon on the population and how to alleviate or mitigate their impact. This article reviews key aspects of chemical-biological agents, the consequences of their use, the potential impact of a chemical-biological attack on children and pregnant women, and issues to consider in the event of such a catastrophe.
Teran-Maciver
Maria
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Agency for Toxic Substances and Diseases, Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, Atlanta, GA, USA. Mnt0@cdc.gov
Larson
Kristina
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D054045:Biological Warfare Agents; D023482:Bioterrorism / Q000517:prevention & control* / Q000706:statistics & numerical data; D002487:Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, U.S.; D051337:Chemical Terrorism / Q000517:prevention & control* / Q000706:statistics & numerical data; D002619:Chemical Warfare Agents; D002648:Child; D002669:Child Welfare; D004189:Disaster Planning / Q000458:organization & administration*; D018954:Drugs, Essential / Q000600:supply & distribution; D005260:Female; D006301:Health Services Needs and Demand; D006801:Humans; D008429:Maternal Welfare; D016389:Maternal-Child Nursing / Q000458:organization & administration*; D020380:Needs Assessment; D024802:Nurse's Role; D010934:Planning Techniques; D011247:Pregnancy; D037841:Pregnant People; D016730:Program Development; D014481:United States
D054045:Biological Warfare Agents; D002619:Chemical Warfare Agents; D018954:Drugs, Essential