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Decision Pathway for Early Hospital Response to CBRNE Incidents

Ludovici GM1,2*, Tassi PA2, Cusimano L3, D’Agostino F3 and Malizia A1,2

Chemical, Biological, Radiological, Nuclear, and Explosive (CBRNE) incidents remain among the most demanding challenges for acute care because they combine uncertain hazard characterization, contamination risk, and time-critical decisions under resource constraints. Recent hospital focused studies show persistent gaps in preparedness, particularly in staff training, personal protective equipment, decontamination capability, and