After this activity, the learner will be prepared to:

• define the terms terrorism, weapons of mass destruction (WMD), and bioterrorism
• discuss the utilization of syndromic surveillance and the Health Alert Network (HAN), including reporting procedures following an act of terrorism, and the proper utilization of standard precautions
• describe the most common examples of biological weapons, the signs and symptoms of exposure, appropriate corresponding PPE for medical personnel, and the evidence-based management of victims
• determine the most common examples of chemical weapons, the signs and symptoms of exposure, appropriate corresponding PPE for medical personnel, and the evidence-based management of victims
• recognize the most common examples of radioactive or nuclear weapons, the signs and symptoms of exposure, appropriate corresponding PPE for medical personnel, and the evidence-based management of victims