Learn the professional and patient care skills you need for clinical practice! A clear, concise introduction to the imaging sciences, Introduction to Radiologic Sciences and Patient Care meets the standards set by the American Society of Radiologic Technologists (ASRT) Curriculum Guide and the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) Task List for certification examinations. Covering the big picture, expert authors Arlene M. Adler and Richard R. Carlton provide a complete overview of the radiologic sciences professions and of all aspects of patient care. More than 300 photos and line drawings clearly demonstrate patient care procedures. Step-by-step procedures make it easy to follow learn skills and prepare for clinicals. Chapter outlines and objectives help you master key concepts. Key Terms with definitions are presented at the beginning of each chapter. Up-to-date references are provided at the end of each chapter. Appendices prepare you for the practice environment by including practice standards, professional organizations, state licensing agencies, the ARRT code of ethics, and patient's rights information. 100 new photos and 160 new full-color line drawings show patient care procedures. Updates ensure that you are current with the Fundamentals and Patient Care sections of the ASRT core curriculum guidelines. New and expanded coverage is added to the chapters on critical thinking, radiographic imaging, vital signs, professional ethics, and medical law. Student resources on a companion Evolve website help you master procedures with patient care lab activities and review questions along with 40 patient care videos.
A beginning radiographer can be overwhelmed initially by the complexity of radiographic and fluoroscopic equipment. ... Adaptive Radiography with Trauma, Image Critique and Critical Thinking, Delmar Cengage Learning Pub.
Preceded by: Introduction to radiologic sciences and patient care / [edited by] Arlene M. Adler, Richard R. Carlton. c2012.
Using a clear and concise format, Introduction to Radiologic and Imaging Sciences and Patient Care, 7th Edition delivers the latest radiologic, imaging science and patient care skills you need to...
This text not only helps to prepare you for parts of the certification exam, but the content provides useful and practical information that is needed for professional practice and clinical success.
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Patient Care in Radiography helps you acquire and refine both the technical and interpersonal skills you need to provide quality patient care in the clinical environment. Because patient care is...
An excellent orientation to the field of radiologic technology, this book has launched the careers of generations of successful radiographers.
Ideal for visual and hands-on learning, MRO offers more learning opportunities than you'll have by using a textbook alone. Duration for access to this product is for the life of the edition.
Calculation exercises offer practice in applying the formulas and equations introduced in the text. Answers are provided in the back of the book so you can easily check your work.
This textbook on radiography and medical imaging covers fundamentals, general patient care, and patient care in specific procedures and environments.