Severe Smoke Inhalation and Asthma Exacerbation after a Tsunami-Induced Fire
Abstract
Disasters such as tsunamis can cause additional downstream technological disasters, such as industrial fires. Industrial fires release a number of toxins into the atmosphere, especially in factories and other industrial spaces. This case encompasses the disaster space, as well as more standard smoke inhalation, and forces participants to consider toxicologic issues as well. Learners will manage a critically ill patient after an exposure to industrial fire post tsunami.
Fields of Study & Subjects
Disaster Response and Management
Burn Injury Management and Outcomes
Poisoning and overdose treatments
Publication details
- Journal / source
- Cambridge University Press eBooks
- Pages
- 64–67
- Publication date
- 6 February 2026
- Document type
- Book chapter