Chemical Agents of Opportunity for Terrorism: TICs & TIMs

Chemical Agents of Opportunity for Terrorism
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Chemical Agents of Opportunity for Terrorism: TICs & TIMs
Module Eight
Observed Behaviors during
Mass Chemical Exposures
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The psychological aspects of a mass exposure event are increasingly recognized as
critically important issues for education and disaster planning. At first, this may NOT
appear to be a toxicological problem. We cannot explain these symptoms through a
simple receptor interaction. We do not have a specific toxic syndrome to identify this
condition. We do not have an antidote to reverse this condition. However, applying the
toxicologic principles of exposure pathway, dose-response, and clinical evaluation will
allow emergency planners, emergency responders, and all health care providers to more
effectively address commonly observed behaviors.
Using illustrative examples, this module explores common stress reactions to mass
chemical exposures with a view towards attenuating their potential impact.
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