Travel Travel Health & Medical Precautions 5

Question 1

Which medication is commonly prescribed to prevent altitude sickness when ascending rapidly to high elevations?

Accepted Answer

Acetazolamide (Diamox)

Answer

Acetazolamide stimulates faster breathing to increase blood oxygen levels, helping the body acclimatize and preventing altitude sickness.

Question 2

A traveler on a long-haul flight develops a painful, swollen calf. What condition should be suspected?

Accepted Answer

Deep vein thrombosis (DVT)

Answer

Prolonged immobility during long flights increases DVT risk, and a painful swollen leg is a classic presentation requiring immediate medical evaluation.

Question 3

Which of the following is the best water purification method when traveling in areas where safe water is unavailable?

Accepted Answer

Bringing water to a rolling boil for 1 minute

Answer

Boiling water for at least 1 minute (3 minutes above 6,500 feet) kills virtually all pathogens including bacteria, viruses, and parasites.

Question 4

What is the primary cause of death among travelers abroad?

Accepted Answer

Cardiovascular events

Answer

Cardiovascular events, particularly heart attacks, are the leading cause of death among travelers, often due to pre-existing conditions and physical exertion.

Question 5

A traveler to India wants protection against typhoid fever. Which statement about the typhoid vaccine is correct?

Accepted Answer

It requires a single injection and provides 2–3 years of protection

Answer

The injectable typhoid vaccine (Vi polysaccharide) requires a single dose given at least 2 weeks before travel and protects for approximately 2–3 years.

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