Chapter 90 Malaria Q&A (1 of 7) Sample Questions

1. A pregnant woman, on her first trimester of pregnancy, travels to Chloroquine-resistant area. The appropriate prophylaxis the woman should take is?
  1. A. Use Atovaquone/Proguanil
  2. B. Mefloquine
  3. C. Primaquine
  4. D. Use insect repellants, like DEET
Answer
Ans: D
Tips: Atovaquone/Proguanil, Mefloquine and Primaquine are contraindicated in first trimester, DEET or insect repellent are ineffective if used alone as prophylaxis.