Laser Test

There are two main types of medical lasers. High power lasers cut through tissue and Low Level Light lasers stimulate tissue repair.

Laser therapy has shown to be valuable in the treatment of which of the following? Select all that apply.

Ultra-Low power lasers generate some perceivable heat which can result in the client experiencing warmth or burning.

Laser light uses a single color or wavelength to develop photons to be carried into the tissue.

Energy cannot be created or destroyed.

Photons create electron exchange within the body.

Which of the following are true regarding atoms? Select all that apply.

Applying energy to an atom excites the electrons to leave the resting-state.

Which of the following are characteristics of lasers? Select all that apply.

Match the following frequencies with the correct color.

Wavelength is expressed in nanometers.

Photon energy penetrates into the mitochondria to influence the formation of ATP up to 10 times faster than average.

Color and wavelength = frequency.

The red laser is beneficial for treating burns, neuropathy, scars, wrinkles, and infections.

903 nanometer laser is beneficial in treating most musculoskeletal problems.

903 nanometer outperforms all other wavelengths for reduction of inflammation.

Conditions often have more than one aspect to them. In order to get the highest efficacy, you will often find a combination of lasers most helpful.

Which of the following would be appropriate for laser treatment of an acute injury?

We do NOT laser anyone who is or think they might be pregnant.

It is acceptable to laser over both the thyroid gland and the heart.

It is common for clients to require 3-6 treatments before there is a lasting effect.

Initially, it’s recommended a client come in daily for the first three visits, but two to three times per week is usually sufficient if daily visits aren’t possible.

Which of the following is true regarding laser safety?

Lasers do damage the eyes.

Any pair of laser eyewear will be protective for any color of laser.

Photons are traveling pockets of colored light.