Introduction To Radiologic & Imaging Sciences & Patient Care 8th Edition

By (author) Arlene M. Adler; By (author) Carlton Richard R.; By (author) Kori L. Stewart
Description
Using a clear and concise format, Introduction to Radiologic and Imaging Sciences and Patient Care, 8th Edition familiarizes you with the imaging sciences and covers the patient care skills necessary for clinical practice. It offers current, comprehensive content that meets the relevant 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. This edition includes updates on current digital imaging and instrumentation, providing the essential information and tools you need to master any introduction to radiologic sciences or patient care class. Chapter review questions and lab activities, available online and on tear sheets in the text, give you easy access to study materials for on-the-go learning. In addition to helping you prepare for certification, the content provides useful and practical information that is essential for professional practice and clinical competency. Expanded and updated career content addresses professional development and advancement. Patient care content includes information on biomechanics and ergonomics of the radiologic and imaging sciences professional. Information management coverage provides an overview of health informatics for the radiologic and imaging sciences professional. Step-by-step procedures presented in boxed lists throughout the text supply you with easy-to-follow steps for clinical success. Back-of-book review questions and questions to ponder provide opportunities for further review and greater challenge. More than 300 photos and line drawings help you understand and visualize patient-care procedures. Strong pedagogy, including chapter objectives, key terms, outlines, and summaries organize information and ensure you understand what is most important in every chapter. NEW! Comprehensive coverage encompasses the greater breadth and depth of all primary modalities of the radiologic and imaging sciences as they relate to patient care.
Table of contents
PART I: The Profession of Radiologic Technology Introduction to Imaging and Radiologic Sciences Arlene M. Adler, MEd, RT(R), FAEIRS Richard R. Carlton, MS, RT(R)(CV), FAEIRS Professional Organizations Richard R. Carlton, MS, RT(R)(CV), FAEIRS Arlene M. Adler, MEd, RT(R), FAEIRS Educational Survival Skills Arlene M. Adler, MEd, RT(R), FAEIRS Richard R. Carlton, MS, RT(R)(CV), FAEIRS Critical-Thinking and Problem-Solving Strategies Tracy Herrmann, MEd, RT(R) Angie Arnold, MEd, RT(R) PART II: Introduction to the Clinical Environment Introduction to Clinical Education Sarah S. Baker, EdD, RT(R), FASRT Radiology Administration Luann Culbreth, M.Ed., MBA, RT(R)(MR)(QM) CRA FMSRT, FAHRA Radiographic Imaging Vesna Balac, MS,RT (R(MR)) Radiographic and Fluoroscopic Equipment Randy Griswold, MPA, RT(R) Basic Radiation Protection and Radiobiology Thomas Sandridge, MS, RT(R) Human Diversity Bettye G. Wilson, MAEd, RT(R)(CT), ARRT, RDMS, FASRT PART III: Patient Care Patient Interactions Bettye G. Wilson, MAEd, RT(R)(CT), ARRT, RDMS, FASRT History Taking Richard R. Carlton, MS, RT(R)(CV), FAEIRS Arlene M. Adler, MEd, RT(R), FAEIRS Safe Patient Movement and Handling Techniques Jan Bruckner, PhD, PT Immobilization Techniques Robin Jones, MS, RT(R) Vital Signs, Oxygen, Chest Tubes, and Lines Denise E. Moore, MS, RT(R) Basic Cardiac Monitoring: The Electrocardiogram Denise E. Moore, MS, RT(R) Infection Control Jody L. Ellis, MMS, PA-C, RT(R) Aseptic Techniques Lynn Carlton MS, RDMS, RT(R)(M) Nonaseptic Techniques Lynn Carlton MS, RDMS, RT(R)(M) Medical Emergencies Joanne S. Greathouse, EdS, RT(R), FASRT, FAEIRS Pharmacology Samuel L.