Ionto Flashcards
1
Q
what is the recommended current used for Iontophoresis
A
3-5mA
2
Q
how much should you increase intensity
A
until patient feels tingling or prickly
3
Q
what is the treatment duration for Ionphoresis
A
10-20 min with 15 being avg
4
Q
how often should you check the skin
A
every 3-5 mins
5
Q
what are the steps for electrode preparation
A
- Attach self-adhering active electrode to skin
- Inject ionized solution into the chamber
- Attach self-adhering inactive electrode to the skin and attach lead wires from generator to each
6
Q
how far should electrodes be sepreated
A
at least a diameter of active
7
Q
true or false
Wider separation minimizes superficial current density decreasing chance for burns
A
true
8
Q
what are the parameters for Ionto
A
- Amp=3-5mA
- Density=0.1-0.5
- Intensity=increase until patient feels tingling
- treatment time=15 min
- check skin 3-5 mins
9
Q
What should the patient feel with Ionto
A
they should feel comfortable without pain
10
Q
what should you do prior to treatment
A
clean skin
