Travel Health Flashcards
1
Q
What are the two types of UV radiation?
A
UVA and UVB
2
Q
What are some factors of UVA radiation?
A
- longer wavelength
- main cause of tanning
- penetrates deeper into skin (dermis)
- can penetrate window and cloud cover
- roughly 9% of UV radiation
3
Q
What are some factors of UVB radiation?
A
- shorter wavelength
- main cause of immediate burning and blistering, also tans
- penetrates skin surface (epidermis)
- doesn’t penetrate windows and clouds
- roughly 5% of UV radiation
4
Q
What measurements should be taken in response to sunlight exposure?
A
- avoid strongest sunlight
- clothing
- shelf-life
- alternate UVA/UVB ratings
- SPF
- children and babies require extra protection.
