Which part of the body must be protected when using lasers?
a. The patient's eyes
b. The laser has minimal effect on tissue.
c. The caregiver's eyes
d. The caregiver's eyes and the patient's eyes, skin, and respiratory tract
ANS: D
Appropriate precautions must be taken when using all lasers. The caregiver must protect their eyes with special goggles. The patient's skin, eyes, respiratory tract, and tissue must be protected from thermal burns.
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