Laser Safety 2023

Welcome to the Laser Safety 2023  quiz.

LASER is an acronym for

Lasers are typically named for their

When laser light is reflected from a smooth, shiny surface, there remains a risk of eye and skin damage.

When a laser beam comes into contact with tissue according to its intended action it is said to be:

Surgical lasers are typically which classes listed below:

A CO2 laser rapidly heats and vaporizes the water inside the cells resulting in rupture and lysis. It has extremely superficial penetration.

Holmium laser refers to which type of laser?

A semiconductor laser is often used in dermatology and ophthalmology. The type of semiconductor laser used in the Crouse Hospital NICU, is a:

Administrative controls to establish laser safety include:

The optical density (OD) is noted on each pair of protective goggles. If the appropriate goggles are not worn, the users’ eyes are at risk. Wearing eyewear and appropriate clothing is considered what type of safety control measure?

The following precautions should ALWAYS be taken EXCEPT:

A surgeon, who is credentialed only to use the CO2 laser wants to book a case with a Ho:YAG laser. Upon questioning the surgeon states that the CO2 laser is almost the same as the Ho:YAG, so it should be fine. Should this surgeon be allowed to operate the Ho:YAG laser?

Lasers should be placed in standby mode when not in active use:

Non Beam Hazards include which: