Ms. Smith, who is 20 years old, is planning a 1-week honeymoon trip to Belize and presents to the clinical for a physical examination and a prescription for antimalarial medication. She will be taking mefloquine (Lariam) as a preventative measure. She wants to know more about why and how long she will need to take this medication.
a. Develop a teaching plan for Ms. Smith, including the key points related to age and reproductive status.
b. Describe a typical preventative treatment schedule for people visiting areas at high risk for malaria.