Ground and Air Medical Transport of Radiologically Contaminated Patients

• 2019

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This video covers the ground and air medical transport of radiologically contaminated patients, presented by the Radiation Emergency Assistance Center/Training Site (REAC/TS). REAC/TS, an asset of the U.S. Department of Energy, is recognized globally for its expertise in emergency medical response to radiological and nuclear incidents. It provides emergency support, advice, and consultation for the National Nuclear Security Administration's Office of Counterterrorism and Counterproliferation.

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Focus Area: CBRNE

Audiences: Emergency Managers; EMS Clinicians

Emergency Management Stages: Response; Recovery

Keywords: Decontamination; Emergency Medical Services; Radiation Exposure; Radiation Injuries; Radiation Monitoring; Radiation Protection; Tennessee; Transportation of Patients; Personal Protective Equipment

Institutions: Oak Ridge Institute for Science and Education (ORISE)

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