Guidance

Chemical, biological, radiological and nuclear incidents: recognise and respond

Recognise and respond to chemical, biological, radiological and nuclear (CBRN) incidents: guidance for healthcare professionals.

Documents

Chemical, biological, radiological and nuclear incidents: clinical management and health protection (2018)

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Management of suspected Novichok poisonings: briefing note for emergency departments

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Chemical, biological, radiological and nuclear incidents: clinical action cards

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CBRN incidents: clinical management and health protection (first edition 2008)

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Details

This guidance covers clinical management and health protection in chemical, biological, radiological and nuclear (CBRN) incidents.

The printable cards help healthcare staff recognise symptoms of chemical, biological, radiological and nuclear (CBRN) incidents and emerging diseases.

These documents are for:

  • frontline health care professionals in emergency departments
  • healthcare professionals in primary care and public health
  • emergency planners and trainers
  • emergency service personnel

Updates to this page

Published 1 September 2008
Last updated 31 May 2018 + show all updates
  1. Added 'Chemical, biological, radiological and nuclear incidents: clinical management and health protection' document.

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