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Master the skills needed to perform basic radiography procedures! Written exclusively for limited radiography students, Radiography Essentials for Limited Practice, 6th Edition provides a fundamental knowledge of imaging principles, positioning, and procedures. Content reflects the most current practice, and incorporates all the subjects mandated by the American Society of Radiologic Technologists (ASRT) curriculum so you will be thoroughly prepared for the ARRT Limited Scope Exam. From radiologic imaging experts Bruce Long, Eugene Frank, and Ruth Ann Ehrlich, this book provides the right exposure to x-ray science, radiographic anatomy, technical exposure factors, and radiation protection, along with updated step-by-step instructions showing how to perform each projection. Features:- Concise coverage thoroughly 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.
- Expanded digital imaging concepts reflect today’s practice and meet the requirements of the ASRT Limited Scope Content Specifications.
- Current information on state licensure and limited radiography terminology ensures that you understand exam requirements and the role of the limited practitioner.
- Step-by-step instructions provide guidance on how to position patients for radiographic procedures performed by limited operators.
- Math and radiologic physics concepts are simplified and presented at an easy-to-understand level.
- Bone Densitometry chapter provides the information you need to know to prepare for the ARRT exam and clinical practice.
- Learning objectives and key terms highlight important information in each chapter and can be used as review tools.
- Special boxes highlight information to reinforce important points in the text.
New to this Edition:- NEW! Updated content reflects today’s radiography for limited practice.
- NEW! Updated drawings, photos, and medical radiographs enhance your understanding of key concepts and illustrate current technology.
Table of Contents:- 1. Role of the Limited X-ray Machine Operator
- 2. Introduction to Radiographic Equipment
- 3. Basic Mathematics for Limited Operators
- 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
- 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
- 20. Ethics, Legal Considerations, and Professionalism
- 21. Safety and Infection Control
- 22. Assessing Patients and Managing Acute Situations
- 23. Medications and Their Administration
- 24. Medical Laboratory Skills
- 25. Additional Procedures for Assessment and Diagnosis
- 26. Bone Densitometry
Appendices - A. State Licensure Information
- B. The American Registry of Radiologic Technologists Rules of Ethics
- C. Solutions to Practice Problems in Chapter 3
- D. Sample Manual X-ray Technique Charts
- E. Optimum Kilovoltage (kVp) Ranges
- F. Milliampere-seconds (mAs) Table
- G. Nomogram for Determining Patient Skin Dose from X-ray Exposure
- H. Screen/Film Image Receptor Systems
- I. X-ray Darkroom and Film Processing
- J. Usual Projections for Routine Examinations
- K. Evaluation of Sample Images from Chapter 19
- L. Charting Terms and Abbreviations
- M. Task Inventory for Limited Scope of Practice in Radiography
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