PAMS UV LIGHTS

How many types of UV rays?

• 2

• 1

• 6

• 3

Physiologically, UVs are.... in nature?

• Conductive

• Chemical

• Collimated

• Colliding

Which UV type has the potential to go the deepest into the skin?

• UV-A

• UV-B

• UV-C

• None of the above

Which is not a physiological effect of UV?

• Erythema

• Tanning

• Epidermal Hyperplasia

• Vitamin D Difficiency

Which UV type causes JUST tanning, wrinkling, and aging of the skin?

• UV-B

• UV-A

• UV-C

• None of the above

This UV type is most likely to cause skin cancer.

This UV type has the potential to cause the most damage, but the Earth filters out the wavelengths, thus it has no effects on the skin.

Which dermatological condition involves UV-B and UV-A, and is an indication for UV intervention?

• Scleroderma

• Eczema

• Atopic dermatitis

• Psoriasis

What UV type is associated with treatment of chronic open wounds?

• UV-C

• UV-A

• UV-B

• All of the above

T/F: UV may be applied in conjunction with topical medications.