Light Therapy Flashcards
1
Q
How is UV therapy dosed
A
Measured in minimal erythema dosage (MED), which is minimal exposure time required to cause erythema on the velar surface of forearm
2
Q
What dosage do you usually start UV therapy at
A
1-2 MEDs
3
Q
What is uv effect on wounds?
A
Increases vascularity of wound margins
4
Q
What is maximum dose of UV therapy?
A
5 MED
5
Q
4 indications of uv therapy
A
- Wounds
- Psoriasis
- Folliculitis
- Acne
