Description
Book SynopsisDrawing on core concepts from bioethics, political philosophy, public health, sociology, and medicine, this timely book lays the groundwork for a new vision of official disaster response based on preventing and minimizing the need for coercive action.
Trade ReviewThe book is well written and thought-provoking. It would be an ideal textbook for advanced graduate courses in disaster management and public health ethics. Choice 2007 Trotter does not hesitate to question prevailing assumptions, perspectives, and practices... Some will agree with the author's positions; others will not. But all will be challenged by this book. Clearly written, well-argued, and carefully researched and documented. -- Griffin Trotter JAMA 2007
Table of ContentsPreface
Acknowledgments
1. The Dynamics of Coercion in Mass Casualty Medicine
2. Public Health and Its Ethical Basis
3. Legitimacy
4. Public Policy and the Role of Experts
5. Public Deliberation and Strategic Leadership
6. Tactical Leadership
7. Decisions for Particular Coercive Actions
Notes
Index
