Radiography Essentials for Limited Scope, 7th Edition
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By Eugene D. Frank, MA, FASRT, FAEIRS, RT(R)(ARRT) (Retired) and Ruth Ann Ehrlich, RT(R)(ARRT)
Master the skills needed to perform basic radiography procedures! Written exclusively for limited radiography students, Radiography Essentials for Limited Scope, Seventh Edition provides a fundamental knowledge of imaging principles, positioning, and
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Master the skills needed to perform basic radiography procedures! Written exclusively for limited radiography students, Radiography Essentials for Limited Scope, Seventh Edition provides a fundamental knowledge of imaging principles, positioning, and procedures. Content reflects the most current practice and follows the American Society of Radiologic Technologists (ASRT) curriculum so you will be thoroughly prepared for the ARRT Limited Scope Exam. From radiologic imaging experts Eugene D. Frank and Ruth Ann Ehrlich, this book provides a streamlined guide to x-ray science, radiographic anatomy, technical exposure factors, radiation protection, and positioning, along with step-by-step instructions for each projection.
Master the skills needed to perform basic radiography procedures! Written exclusively for limited radiography students, Radiography Essentials for Limited Scope, Seventh Edition provides a fundamental knowledge of imaging principles, positioning, and procedures. Content reflects the most current practice and follows the American Society of Radiologic Technologists (ASRT) curriculum so you will be thoroughly prepared for the ARRT Limited Scope Exam. From radiologic imaging experts Eugene D. Frank and Ruth Ann Ehrlich, this book provides a streamlined guide to x-ray science, radiographic anatomy, technical exposure factors, radiation protection, and positioning, along with step-by-step instructions for each projection.
Key Features
NEW! Revised chapters are closely aligned with content areas on the ARRT Limited Scope Exam, and include updated information on podiatry positioning and bone densitometry plus an expanded section on chiropractic projections
Concise coverage prepares you for the ARRT Limited Scope Exam and clinical practice with the latest on x-ray science and techniques, radiation safety, radiographic anatomy, pathology, patient care, ancillary clinical skills, and positioning of the upper and lower extremities, spine, chest, and head
Step-by-step instructions provide guidance on how to position patients for radiographic procedures performed by limited operators
More than 900 illustrations show concepts, techniques, and x-ray equipment
Easy-to-understandmath and radiologic physics concepts include special boxes to reinforce important points
Learning objectives and key terms highlight important information in each chapter and can be used as review tools
Expanded digital imaging concepts reflect today’s practice and meet the requirements of the ARRT Limited Scope Content Specifications
Updated terminology for limited radiography ensures that you understand exam requirements and the role of the limited practitioner
Author Information
By Eugene D. Frank, MA, FASRT, FAEIRS, RT(R)(ARRT) (Retired), Associate Professor Emeritus, Mayo Clinic College of Medicine, Rochester, Minnesota, USA and Ruth Ann Ehrlich, RT(R)(ARRT), Senior Instructor in Radiology (Retired), University of Western States, Portland, Oregon, USA
By Eugene D. Frank, MA, FASRT, FAEIRS, RT(R)(ARRT) (Retired), Associate Professor Emeritus, Mayo Clinic College of Medicine, Rochester, Minnesota, USA and Ruth Ann Ehrlich, RT(R)(ARRT), Senior Instructor in Radiology (Retired), University of Western States, Portland, Oregon, USA
PART I Introduction to Limited Radiography 1. Role of the Limited X-ray Machine 2. Introduction to Radiographic Equipment 3. Basic Mathematics for Limited Operators
PART II X-ray Science 4. Basic Physics for Radiography 5. X-ray Production 6. X-ray Circuit and Tube Heat Management 7. Principles of Exposure and Image Quality 8. Digital Imaging 9. Scatter Radiation and Its Control 10. Formulating X-ray Techniques 11. Radiobiology and Radiation Safety
PART III Radiographic Anatomy, Positioning, and Pathology 12. Introduction to Anatomy, Positioning, and Pathology 13. Upper Limb and Shoulder Girdle 14. Lower Limb and Pelvis 15. Spine 16. Bony Thorax, Chest, and Abdomen 17. Skull, Facial Bones, and Paranasal Sinuses 18. Radiography of Pediatric and Geriatric Patients 19. Image Evaluation
PART IV Professionalism and Patient Care 20. Ethics, Legal Considerations, and Professionalism 21. Safety and Infection Control 22. Assessing Patients and Managing Acute Situations
PART V Ancillary Clinical Skills 23. Medications and Their Administration 24. Medical Laboratory Skills 25. Additional Procedures for Assessment and Diagnosis 26. Bone Densitometry
Appendix A. State Licensure Information B. The American Registry of Radiologic Technologists Rules of Ethics C. Solutions to Practice Problems in Chapter 3 D. Milliampere-Seconds (mAs) Table E. Evaluation of Sample Images From Chapter 19 F. Charting Terms and Abbreviations
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