Peer reviewedERIC Number: EJ595366
Record Type: CIJE
Publication Date: 1999
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Protection against HIV Infection for Medical Trainees outside the United States.
Markle, William H.
Family Medicine, v31 n7 p495-500 Jul-Aug 1999
Provides background for developing policies to help protect medical students and residents taking overseas electives from the human immunodeficiency virus (HIV). A key element is communication among the student, advisor, and overseas faculty. Issues discussed include availability of appropriate equipment and medication, sexual contact, emergency evacuation procedures, and post-exposure prophylaxis. (Author/MSE)
Descriptors: Acquired Immune Deficiency Syndrome, Allied Health Occupations Education, Disease Control, Family Practice (Medicine), Higher Education, Medical Education, Medical Students, Policy Formation, Professional Education, School Policy, Study Abroad
Society of Teachers of Family Medicine, 8880 Ward Parkway, P.O. Box 8729, Kansas City, MO 64114; Tel: 816-333-9700; Fax: 816-333-3884; Web site: http://www.stfm.org
Publication Type: Guides - Non-Classroom; Journal Articles
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Language: English
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