Terrorism Flashcards
Learn about terrorism and the different types that may occur
Define:
terrorism
A violent act to endanger human life and to intimidate or coerce a government because of political or social objectives.
What is an international terrorism?
Terrorism is committed by foreign agents.
What is a domestic terrorism?
The citizens of the country engage in acts of terrorism.
List the types of terrorist organizations.
- Violent Religious
- Political Extremists
- Cyber
- Single Issue
- Narcoterrorists
Subgroups: Hate groups, Lone Wolves, Patriot groups, Cults, Militia groups.
What are the Guerilla Warfare tactics?
Fast-moving, small-scale warfare tactics.
Define:
covert
Kept hidden from public knowledge.
What are high value targets?
- Military bases
- Metro systems
- Bus depots
- Airports
- Dams
- Government Buildings
- Hospitals
What is the purpose of the National Terrorism Advisory System?
(NTAS)
They alert responders to potential terrorist attacks.
Define:
weapon of mass destruction
A weapon designed to cause mass casualties or death.
What type of bombs are made from fertilizer?
Ammonium nitrate
What is the route of exposure for vesicants?
blister agents
skin
Treatment:
mustard gas / vesicants
Apply soap and copious amounts of water onto the affected area.
What types of chemicals are choking agents?
- Chlorine
- Phosgene
Treatment:
pulmonary agents
choking
- Airway control
- Keep patient calm
Treatment:
nerve agents
organophosphates
- 2-PAM
- Atropine
