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    • p. 3CBRN Part 2: Medical Management of Chemical Agent Exposure CPG ID: 69 Guideline Only/Not a Substitute for Clinical Judgment 3 I N T R O D U C T I O N The following is a review ... Nuclear Injury Response Part I: Initial Response Clinical Practice Guideline. 2 Figure 1. Toxidrome-based Rapid Identification of Chemical-Warfare Agent Classes Source: Toxidrome Recognition in Chemical-Weapons Attacks, Ciottone GR. 26 Apr 2018. N Engl
    • p. 11CBRN Part 2: Medical Management of Chemical Agent Exposure CPG ID: 69 Guideline Only/Not a Substitute for Clinical Judgment 11 Agent Intervention Summary of evidence References HI-6**^ HI-6 is considered a more broad-spectrum oxime ... Pulmonary agents (also referred to as toxic industrial chemicals and choking agents) hold historical significance as the forerunners of modern chemical warfare and still hold relevance today as likely chemical culprits given their availability. Chlorine and phosgene
    • p. 26CBRN Part 2: Medical Management of Chemical Agent Exposure CPG ID: 69 Guideline Only/Not a Substitute for Clinical Judgment 26 43. Frosolono MF, Scarpelli EM, Holzman BH, et al. Effect of aminophylline, hydrocortisone, and prostaglandin E1 on survival ... Jonasson S, Koch B, Bucht A. Corticosteroids treatment inhibits airway hyperresponsiveness and lung injury in a murine model of chemical-induced airway inflammation. Toxicology. 2012;301(103):66-71. 54. Vojvodić V, Milosavljević Z, Bosković B, Bojanić
    • p. 16CBRN Part 2: Medical Management of Chemical Agent Exposure CPG ID: 69 Guideline Only/Not a Substitute for Clinical Judgment 16 casualties. Butyl rubber is the recommended level of protection for the hands; however, double layers of nitrile gloves ... minutes in order to reduce absorption. Removal with a dry cloth is the first step to clear the chemical from the skin, followed by RSDL. There is no antidote for vesicants like there is for nerve agents

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    • p. 51and/or emergencies associated with pediatric and geriatric patients) • Wounds (avulsion, bite, laceration, puncture, incision) (S,S) • Burns (electrical, chemical, thermal) including inhalation injury (S,S) • Chemicals in the eye and on the skin (S,S) • Wounds (avulsion, bite ... laceration, puncture, incision) (F,F) • Burns (electrical, chemical, thermal, radiation) including inhalation injury (F,F) • Chemicals in the eye and on the skin (S,S) • Crush/compartment syndrome (S,S) • High-pressure injection injury (S,S) • Wounds (avulsion, bite
    • p. 15wound dressings will not adhere to the skin edges. Use of Stomahesive paste or another barrier is recommended. Chemical Burns 1. Expose body surfaces, brush off dry chemicals, and copiously irrigate with clean water. Large volume ... needed to thoroughly cleanse the skin of residual agents. 2. Do not attempt to neutralize any chemicals on the skin. 3. Use personal protective equipment to minimize exposure of medical personnel to chemical agents. Resuscitation strategy and goals
    • p. 6more life-threatening in the short term and require immediate attention. 2. Rinse off dirt and any contaminating chemicals, including hydrocarbon fuels, with clean water. Dry chemicals should be brushed off before irrigation. Once a survey of injuries
    • p. 51Care Guidelines CPG ID: 91 Guideline Only/Not a Substitute for Clinical Judgment 51 Special Considerations in Burn Injuries Chemical Burns NOTE: Refer to the JTS Inhalation Injury and Toxic Industrial Chemical Exposure CPG for additional information.  Expose body ... surfaces, brush off dry chemicals, and copiously irrigate with clean water. Large volume (>20L) serial irrigations may be needed to thoroughly cleanse the skin of residual agents. Do not attempt to neutralize any chemicals on the skin
    • p. 3MANAGEMENT - PCC ................................................................................................ 46 BURN TREATMENT - PCC ...................................................................................................................................... 47 Background .............................................................................................................................................................47 Burn Characteristics ................................................................................................................................................47 Special Considerations in Burn Injuries ...................................................................................................................51 Chemical Burns ...................................................................................................................................................51 Electrical Burns ...................................................................................................................................................51 Pediatric Burn Injuries.........................................................................................................................................52 Rule of Nines .......................................................................................................................................................53 LOGISTICS - PCC ................................................................................................................................................... 54 Background .............................................................................................................................................................54 REFERENCES
    • p. 24when you first approach a patient, and without appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE), may expose yourself to diseases, chemicals or poisons. You must use appropriate PPE every time you approach a patient. Always protect yourself from any exposure ... facility and vehicle surfaces and all reusable equipment. Decontamination may be required after exposure to pesticides or other chemicals (dry or wet) and, depending on the chemical, may include washing or brushing to remove the substance
    • p. 234Gather history and consult advanced provider for locally- appropriate antidotes. Treat alcohol withdrawal with benzodiazepine. Decontaminate for chemical exposures (eg, pesticides). PAEDIATRIC CONSIDERATIONS ALWAYS consider unwitnessed toxic ingestion Ask about any medications in the household, and any chemicals ... parts you need to see, one at a time, during exam. Danger signs with ingestions • Stridor • Oral chemical burns Monitor closely and arrange handover/transfer for advanced airway management. Monitor fluid status closely Paediatric patients are more susceptible
    • p. 89cause serious lung damage, which can worsen over time. ƒ Has there been exposure to pesticides or other chemicals? Inhaled chemicals can cause DIB by irritating the airways and lungs. Some pesticides used in farming can be absorbed through ... causing fluid buildup in the airways and lungs. Exposure to gases from a fire is often associated with chemical inhalation. ƒ Has there been any recent trauma? DIB with trauma is concerning for rib fractures, pneumothorax, haemothorax, and heart
    • p. 59contact with the skin to the ground, often leaving entry and exit burn marks. In the case of chemical burns, information about the specific chemical may be needed to remove it properly. ƒ For burns, was first aid provided ... scene? It is important to know if the burning process was stopped, and in the event of a chemical exposure, if decontamination was performed. If the burn is less than 3 hours old and no first

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    • p. 39combinations of multiple toxic protein enzymes. The mechanisms of each toxin are unique and related to the chemical structure. Toxins that are enzymes, such as ricin and botulinum toxins, have very low LD50s (median lethal doses), making them ... more potent on a milligram-per-milligram basis than even the most powerful chemical weapons. Small organic molecule toxins, such as tetrodotoxin and saxitoxin, bind to molecular ion channels in mammalian cells and exert their effect by inappropriately
    • p. 10Skin Decontamination Lotion (RSDL) is U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) cleared for the removal or neutralization of chemical warfare agents and trichothecene (T2) mycotoxins from the skin, but not other biothreats.19 However, RSDL is only FDA approved ... Environment.25,26 For a “how-to” on the set-up of decontamination stations, reference the Field Management of Chemical and Biological Casualties Handbook.48
    • p. 6Guideline Only/Not a Substitute for Clinical Judgment 6 Table 1. Comparing Infectious Agents, Toxins, and Chemical Agents Factor Infectious Toxins Chemical Agents Composition Live bacteria, spores, or viruses Proteins, protein complexes, peptides, or other biochemicals Small to medium ... sized molecules or chemical compounds Timing and progression of symptoms Incubation period of days to weeks, depending on agent, followed by predictable clinical progression of symptoms Time to onset depends on toxin size and mechanism; smaller molecules interacting
    • p. 14technology, toxin identification and basic genomic sequencing for theater-level and field confirmation analysis of biological warfare agents, chemical analysis for chemical warfare agents, and detection of radiological contamination. **Shipboard Laboratory Service Support Capabilities may differ from ship ... assessment/management for bioincident/infectious disease recognition in incoming patients is critical.  Courses to consider include The Medical Management of Chemical and Biological Casualties course (MCBC), The Field Management of Chemical and Biological Casualties course (FCBC), The Hospital Management

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    • p. 23Cone, D.C., MacMillan, D.S., Parwani, V. and Van Gelder, C. (2008). Pilot Test of a Proposed Chemical/Biological/Radiation/Nuclear-Capable Mass Casualty Triage System. (Abstract only.) Prehospital Emergency Care. 12(2):236-40. Speed and accuracy of a system that ... triage injured patients who are or may be contaminated by chemical, biological, radiation, or nuclear (CBRN) material was pilot- tested paramedics at an airport disaster drill on 56 patient scenarios, some involving signs and symptoms of organophosphate toxicity
    • p. 7offered in Anniston, AL) provides emergency medical personnel with hands-on training in the pre-hospital management of Chemical, Biological, Radiological, Nuclear, Explosives and mass casualty incidents, as well as on- scene triage, and field treatment of victims ... exposed to chemical hazards, biological agents, radiological hazards and explosions. The course concludes with a multi-task, pre- hospital exercise. Children's National Health System, Emergency Medical Services for Children National Resource Center (EMSC). (2012). Pediatric Disaster Triage
    • p. 213least 10 minutes, ideally 20 minutes. Introduction Four of the main causes of burns are heat (fire, steam), chemicals (acid), radiation (radioactive materials, the sun, sunlamps) and electricity. Mild burns in adults generally do not require medical care ... Thermal (heat) burns should be cooled with running water for a minimum of ten minutes, ideally 20 minutes.** • Chemical burns on the skin or in the eyes should be rinsed with running water and (if available) diphoterine until
    • p. 215large, deep or close to the face, mouth, throat or genital area, or it is the result of chemical products, electricity or flames, access EMS or nearest medical care. • Seek medical advice if the burn happens ... baby or a vulnerable person (e.g., older adult, diabetic). • In the case of a chemical burn to the eye, be aware that the person will need some assistance. They shouldn’t drive a car themselves. Recovery Monitor
    • p. 214cooking area to limit the spread of fire and potential harm. • Wear protective equipment (e.g., gloves) when using chemical substances or hot objects. • Review safety information on chemical products before use. • Cover skin with clothing or sunscreen ... periods in the sun. Early recognition • Thermal burns caused by direct contact with a source of heat or chemical burns will immediately be sore and the skin may react with blisters or irritation after contact with a chemical
    • p. 259cleaning products and medicines) are locked away and inaccessible to children. This particularly includes brightly coloured or scented chemicals such as washing machine tablets or e-cigarette liquids. • Carefully read the information leaflet that comes with new medication ... overdose. • Regularly service cooking and heating appliances that use fossil fuels and install a carbon monoxide detector. • Store chemicals out of access to any person who may accidentally or purposefully swallow or sniff them and ensure they have

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    • p. 23associated? • Any spinal immobilization needed? (fall from height, blast etc.) Differential Diagnosis • Cardiac arrest • Environmental exposure • Seizure • Burns (chemical, electrical, thermal, radiation) • Multiple trauma • Carbon monoxide toxicity Treatment • Assess for additional injuries and treat life threats first ... adults • Thermal / Electric Burn: If able, remove burning / charred clothing and cover with dry, sterile sheets / dressings • Chemical Burn: Brush off dry chemicals, cut off contaminated clothing, flush area with saline 10-15 minutes o Eyes: flush with
    • p. 28acuity / blindness • Deformity / contusion • Foreign body • Excessive tearing History (Complications) • Abrasion / laceration • Globe rupture / orbital fracture • Retinal detachment • Chemical / thermal burns • Infection / iritis • CNS event • Glaucoma • Retinal vessel occlusion Treatment • Without Known Injury o Evaluate pupils o Consider ... unrecognized chemical exposure. See below for chemical injury • With Known Injury o If not isolated, move to appropriate protocol to treat life threats o Assess orbital stability / pupils • Chemical Injury o Irrigate with minimum
    • p. 82TABLE OF CONTENTS 82 MWD ANALGESIA AND SEDATION Indications • Trauma or pain • Need for chemical restraint • Continued sedation • Anxiety • Irritable / Quarrelsome / Unruly Indications • The goal of analgesia is to reduce pain to a tolerable level while still protecting ... airway and mentation • The goal of sedation / chemical restraint is to stop awareness of painful procedures and prevent injury to medical personnel Treatment • Mild Pain: o Opioid alone (if K9 is not unruly, an opioid
    • p. 161precipitation, color, or evolution of a gas All drug components in the test samples were found to be chemically stable (<10% loss of intact drug) for at least 24 hours under the conditions being tested. All drug components ... test samples were found to be chemically stable (<10% loss of intact drug) for the entire period of the study under the conditions being tested, even if the study period was <24 hours. Incompatible “N” A change
    • p. 9there are large differences in the sweating response to different water-based sunscreens.153 Sunscreen can work as a chemical sun filter or as a physical sunblock. Chemical sunscreen absorbs into the skin and then absorbs UV rays, converts ... rays into heat before releasing from the body. The active ingredients in chemical sunscreens include avobenzone, octinoxate and oxybenzone.145 Physical sunblock sits on top of the skin and reflects the sun’s rays. The minerals titanium dioxide
    • p. 25acid gas cartridges/ canister M-40 or M-50 mask with air purifying cartridges/ canister Suit Fully encapsulating chemical resistant suit and duct tape to seal seams Non-gas light encapsulating suit Tyvek or equivalent garments and duct ... tape to seal seams MOPP 4 JSLIST Gloves/ Boots Chemical resistant over gloves and boot covers Chemical resistant over gloves and boot covers Double gloves and boot covers Double gloves and over boots Situations for use Environments that
    • p. 26radiation emergency First Responder: Recommended PPE and Practices in a Radiation Emergency Emergency Type Recommended PPE Radiation plus chemical and/or biological hazard: “combined hazard” event  Before combined hazard(s) are well characterized: first responders should be instructed ... nonhazardous. Highest degree of respiratory protection. High degree of skin protection. High degree of skin protection against persistent chemical agents. None. Immediately. Equipment must be available within 5 minutes for putting on (“donning”). None Respiratory Protection Worn Worn
    • p. 11HEPA filter. Level C PPE or MOPP 4. Only for radiological environment and other hazards (i.e. chemical) are not present Hot Zone >1R/h Medical assistance Firefighting, Exfiltrate. Over 100 hours of exposure possible before receiving 1Gy Tactical Field ... removed, consider shielding. (Shielding discussed in evacuation considerations) Extraction Egress away from the threat Source: JTS. Chemical, Biological, Radiological and Nuclear (CBRN) Injury Part I: Initial Response to CBRN Agents
    • p. 14effective; √ = mildly effective; √√ = moderately effective; √√√ = highly effective Active Rewarming Methods Prehospital Reference Rewarming Level Comments Small Chemical Packs Co-author Consensus NE C Small chemical heat packs used for hands are insufficient heat transfer to core ... TCCC, JTS and DoD preferred system since 2006; outer vapor barrier garment and 10-hour (110°F) chemical blanket; low cost, weight, and size.; Effective system only for short-term use due to lack of insulation; patients will
    • p. 18hours BETTER: Remove gross contamination using soap and water, then sterilize with improvised autoclave or chemical disinfection.  Improvised autoclave using a pressure cooker that can reach the steam sterilization temperatures listed above.  Place wire rack in the bottom ... used to sterilize aluminum, brass, copper, stainless steel, plastics, and elastomers.  Once the container is open, the chemical has a limited shelf life—a minimum of 14 days, usually 28–30 days; refer to the specific product
    • p. 13Guideline Only/Not a Substitute for Clinical Judgment 13 Practice Guideline. The second are CBRNE injuries (Chemical, Biological, Radiological, Nuclear, and Environmental Injuries) and are managed as outlined in CBRNE guidelines. Figure A-2. Four mechanisms of blast injury
    • p. 20Neurosurg 2017, 126(4):1047-1055. 67. Dengler BA, Mendez-Gomez P, Chavez A, et al. Safety of chemical DVT prophylaxis in severe traumatic brain injury with invasive monitoring devices. Neurocrit Care