Hazards of a Ultraviolet (UV) Tanning Bed

Age of the patient

• use the tanning bed more often than is recommended?

• use the tanning bed for longer sessions than is recommended?

• place the light source too close to the skin?

• have a disease that causes photosensitivity?

• have a drug, chemical or plant exposure that causes photosensitivity?

• have dysplastic nevi?

• fail to wear eye protection?

• uses malfunctioning or poorly maintained equipment?

• fall asleep during tanning sessions?

• tan while intoxicated?

• have a previous history of excessive sun exposure?

• shows signs of actinic damage?