VPI Travel Medicines: Self-directed learning package

Question 1

Role of pharmacist when going abroad questions…?

Answer 1

1) GI upset/Diarrhoe
2) Sunburn
3) Motion Sickness
4) Bite prevention/wound care
5) Vaccinations
6) Sexual Activity
7) Medication

Question 2

Questions to ask:

Answer 2

Destination
Health
PRegnancy
Long-term conditions
Allergies

Question 3

Hygiene tips abroad:

Answer 3

Boiling Water
Chemical purification
Filtration

Question 4

Hygiene Tips for food

Answer 4

Food should always be freshly prepared & served piping hot

Question 5

Tips for UV irradtiaon:

Answer 5

Destination
Midday sun
High altitude
Relfected radatiaton fron snow/ice

(Higher SPF sunscreen gives more protection Vs radiation)

Question 6

Tips for Sunburn:

Answer 6

Drink plenty of water
Minor analgesics
Apply Calamine cream to affected area