The Language of Electricity. Issue 2 (March 2020)

• Record Type: Journal Article
• Authors: Kivnick, Alexandra R.; Limone, Brittanya; Jacob, Sharon E.
• Is Part Of: Journal of the Dermatology Nurses' Association. Volume 12:Issue 2(2020)
• Publication Date: 2020-03
• Subjects: Electrocautery -- Electrocoagulation -- Electrodessication -- Electrofulguration -- Electrosurgery -- Skin -- Surgery; Dermatologic nursing -- Periodicals; Skin Diseases -- nursing -- Periodicals; Dermatology -- Periodicals; Dermatologic nursing; Periodicals; 616.505
• DOI: 10.1097/JDN.0000000000000522
• Languages: English
• ISSNs: 1945-760X

Abstract

Abstract : ABSTRACT: Electrical devices are commonly used within the field of dermatologic surgery. With the growing role of nursing providers in the dermatologic setting, it is essential to provide education and training regarding electrical devices and concepts within the nursing community. This installment introduces electricity principles and reviews terminology associated with the electrical devices used in dermatologic procedures.