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International Travel Quiz
How Much Do You Know About International Travel and Health?
Test your knowledge of how to stay healthy when traveling abroad.
1. International travel may require prophylactic medicines and vaccines. How long before departure should you see your doctor?
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Some vaccines must be given in a series over several days or weeks. You should see your doctor as early as possible before your departure to find out what medications or vaccines are recommended and allow enough time for them to be given.
A.
4 to 6 weeks
B.
10 days
C.
5 days
D.
3 days
2. Hepatitis A is most likely to be contracted during travel to which of these regions?
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Hepatitis A can be contracted anywhere, including the U.S. But infection is less likely in Western Europe than in less developed countries. Vaccination is not recommended for travel to Western Europe.
A.
Central America
B.
Western Europe
C.
Eastern Europe
D.
A and C
3. Blood clots can develop in the lower leg during extended travel by air or motor vehicle. How often should you move around to keep your circulation normal?
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If you can, walk up and down the aisle of the plane. If traveling by bus or train, make the same effort. If traveling by car, stop and walk around every hour or so, the National Heart, Lung, and Blood Institute says. While seated, you can move your legs and stretch and flex your feet, which improves blood flow in your calves. Movement prevents blood from pooling. Wearing loose, comfortable clothing and drinking plenty of fluids can also reduce the risk of developing a blood clot.
A.
Every 15 minutes
B.
Every 30 minutes
C.
Every hour
D.
Every two hours
4. If you become ill while traveling abroad, where should you call for help?
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The best choice is the U.S. Embassy. Embassy staff can recommend English-speaking doctors or the best hospital in your locale.
A.
Your doctor
B.
U.S. Embassy
C.
Nearest hospital
D.
Your health insurance company
5. Low humidity and recirculated air in airplanes can cause dehydration. Which of these beverages hydrate the best?
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Choose water over the other beverages listed. Caffeinated and alcoholic beverages dehydrate the body by speeding up the rate of urination. For optimum rehydration, drink one cup of water for each hour of flight time.
A.
Colas
B.
Coffee
C.
Alcoholic beverages
D.
Water
6. Which of these beverages would be the safest to drink while traveling abroad?
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If you are in an area where water may be contaminated, don't use ice in your beverage, because the ice may be contaminated. It's safest to drink directly from the bottle or can, rather than from a glass, the CDC says. Also be careful of water on the outside of the bottle or can. Wipe the bottle or can dry before opening, and clean the area where your mouth will touch.
A.
Carbonated bottled water
B.
Canned soft drinks
C.
Hot tea made with water that was boiled for two minutes
D.
All of the above
7. Which of these foods would likely be safe to eat in a rural area of southeast Asia?
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Avoid uncooked vegetables and moist dishes such as rice that could have been sitting at room temperature.
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Fresh green salads
B.
Cold meat plates
C.
Oranges that you peel yourself
D.
Rice at room temperature
8. Which of these first-aid items should you always travel with?
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Keep any medications in their original bottles and carry a copy of your prescriptions, along with a note from your doctor if you take controlled substances.
A.
Sterile bandages
B.
Antibiotic ointment
C.
Thermometer
D.
All of the above
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