Know how. a guide to medical photography
Melhuish, J.
Nursing Times 93(7): 64-65
1997
ISSN/ISBN: 0954-7762 PMID: 9095954 Document Number: 483719
A medical photograph can transfer more information to a health professional than subjective descriptions, which are open to misinterpretation. For the best photographic results, a medical photographer should be used. However, in small hospitals, or in the community, this is not always practicable, therefore nurses should have some knowledge of the most appropriate equipment to use, and know the techniques to employ to attain consistent results. Consistency is one of the most important aspects of medical photography as it allows for comparisons between photographic images over time.