title: Laser technology: a nursing perspective.
abstract: Over the past 10 years, nurses have been challenged to integrate laser technology into both hospital and office-based clinical practices. Understanding the fundamental concepts of lasers in medicine enables the nurse to function more effectively in an expanded role that focuses on patient education, technical skill, and collaborative practice.
authors.forename: P J
authors.initials: PJ
authors.lastname: Smalley
mesh_terms: D055592:Biophysical Phenomena; D001703:Biophysics; D003880:Dermatology; D006801:Humans; D007430:Intraoperative Care; D053685:Laser Therapy / Q000295:instrumentation / Q000379:methods* / Q000451:nursing; D012449:Safety; D012955:Societies, Medical; D012956:Societies, Nursing