Medical Management of Chemical Exposures

• 2024

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• Kathy Jacobitz; Josh Trebach

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This discussion focuses on the recognition and medical management of various chemical threats, as well as an overview of the R7DHRE chemical specialty team, CHEMPACKs, and other chemical exposures. The objects of the discussion include describing the toxicity and treatment of exposures to nerve agents, asphyxiants, irritant gases, and acids. It also discusses the roles and responsibilities of poison centers and the R7DHRE chemical Specialty Team in managing chemical and hazardous material incidents. Furthermore, the availability of clinical guidelines, CHEMPACKs, and evidence-based resources for managing chemical exposure are also examined.

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Focus Area: CBRNE

Audiences: Emergency Managers; EMS Clinicians; Nurses; Physicians

Emergency Management Stage: Preparedness (Prevention / Protection)

Keywords: Antidotes; Chemical Warfare Agents; Disaster Planning; Emergency Medical Services; Environmental Exposure; Hazardous Substances; Poison Control Centers; Toxicology; Guidelines as Topic; Safety Management; Chemical Hazard Release

Institutions: Region VII Disaster Health Response Ecosystem; Nebraska Regional Poison Center; Iowa Poison Control Center; University of Iowa Health Care

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