Biological and chemical bioterrorism agents

J Assoc Nurses AIDS Care. 2002 Sep-Oct;13(5):57-64. doi: 10.1177/105532902236783.

Abstract

Bioterrorism of a chemical or biological nature poses a potential public health threat to our nation at a time when the health care infrastructure is challenged. This article reviews the history of bioterrorism research, some potential biological and chemical agents, and concludes with a review of the five functions that should be addressed in a bioterrorism response plan. The offending biological or chemical agent is reviewed with the clinical presentation and methods of treatment and prevention.

Publication types

  • Review

MeSH terms

  • Adult
  • Biological Warfare / prevention & control*
  • Bioterrorism / prevention & control*
  • Chemical Warfare / prevention & control*
  • Child
  • Civil Defense / organization & administration
  • Disaster Planning / organization & administration*
  • Humans
  • Primary Prevention / organization & administration
  • Public Health