Implementing AORN recommended practices for laser safety.

Donna Castelluccio; Association of Operating Room Nurses

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Implementing AORN recommended practices for laser safety.

May 23, 2012

Castelluccio D, Nurses A of OR. AORN J. 2012;95(5):612-24; quiz 625-7.

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This commentary recommends strategies, such as checklists and standardized equipment carts, to help nurses ensure laser safety in perioperative care.

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