CDC ClassA high priority diseases. Prepare paper addressing the current recommedations for the recognition and management of an adult patient presenting with symptoms of one of the Class A agents most likely to be used in a bioterrorist incident. I choose anthrax. In the body of the paper include epidemiolgical considerations,associated signs and synmptoms/ clinical evaluation,decontamination and infection control measures,indications for laboratory and radiographic testing,possible differential diagnosis,treatment plans,patient and family education. relevant psychosocial issues,reporting and working with local,regional and state facilities. One reference which might be helpful is http://www.usamriid,army.mil/education/blue book.html.
Thank you Ann