Why should laser plume be suctioned and evacuated during a ...

[jazziefee]

Why should laser plume be suctioned and evacuated during a surgical procedure?
 
  a. Laser plume increases the temperature in the OR.
  b. The smoke may cause blindness.
  c. Laser plume reduces visibility at the surgical site.
  d. The electromagnetic waves created by plume may cause brain death.

Question 2

Which is a responsibility of the biomedical laser technician?
 
  a. Prepare and teach the patient intraoperatively.
  b. Check the laser equipment brought into the OR.
  c. Cover windows and provide appropriate eyewear.
  d. Provide preventive maintenance of the laser periodically.

[mammy1697]

Answer to Question 1

ANS: C
One gram of plume is equivalent to smoking six cigarettes. Removal of plume enhances visibility at the target site. Plume also can refract or bend the laser beam and cause injury to adjacent tissues.

Answer to Question 2

ANS: D
The biomedical technician provides preventive maintenance and handles minor problems with the laser system. The clinical laser nurse performs the other listed responsibilities and duties.

[jazziefee]

Thank you

[mammy1697]

No problemo