Critical deficits in CBRNE preparedness: A nationwide assessment of Jordanian healthcare providers' knowledge, skills, and training gaps.

ABSTRACT:

Objective

To evaluate the current level of chemical, biological, radiological, nuclear, and explosive preparedness among healthcare professionals in Jordanian hospitals. This assessment concentrated on evaluating their understanding of chemical, biological, radiological, nuclear, and explosive policies, self-reported proficiency in using personal protective equipment, the extent of their training, and their perceived preparedness in various chemical, biological, radiological, nuclear, and explosive areas.

Methods

A cross-sectional survey of 298 healthcare providers from 5 Jordanian hospitals evaluated chemical, biological, radiological, nuclear, and explosive policy awareness, personal protective equipment competency, and training levels. Hospital preparedness was assessed v

SUBMITTER: Ahmad M 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC12515278 | biostudies-literature | 2025

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature