Emergency preparedness--an early childhood educator's perspective.
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As early childhood educators who participated in the discussion of optimal scene management involving children and families in the event of a radiological/nuclear event, the authors would suggest consideration be given to the formal preparation for evacuation of educators and families and how to ensure that families are provided factual and updated information.
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عنوان ژورنال:
- Radiation protection dosimetry
دوره 142 1 شماره
صفحات -
تاریخ انتشار 2010