title: Phototherapy: a nursing overview.
abstract: Phototherapy can be administered in several settings, but should only be administered by a knowledgeable, trained individual. This article presents an understanding of what this form of treatment is, to whom it is given, and guidelines for safe, effective administration.
authors.forename: J L
authors.initials: JL
authors.lastname: Shelk
mesh_terms: D004509:Education, Nursing, Continuing; D006801:Humans; D009730:Nursing Assessment; D010789:Phototherapy / Q000009:adverse effects / Q000379:methods / Q000451:nursing*