Acquisition Refers to

question 10

Multiple Choice

Acquisition refers to

• A) the process of making the actual agent (bacteria, chemical, fissile material) into a form that can cause the most casualties.
• B) how quickly victims will come in contact with and react to the agent.
• C) a terrorist group must obtain the agent or agents they are considering using. The difficulty of this task depends on the nature of the agent.
• D) a terrorist or terrorist group must develop an accurate and widespread system so that their chosen weapon has the widest impact (translation: casualties) possible.

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Definitions:

Collaborative Communication

A healthcare approach that emphasizes open, honest communication and teamwork among all members of the healthcare team, including the patient, to improve outcomes and satisfaction.

Joint Commission

An independent, not-for-profit organization that accredits and certifies healthcare organizations and programs in the United States.

Outcome

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Health Care Team

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