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Fourth Edition
By
Arlene Adler, MEd, RT(R), FAERS, Professor and Director, Radiologic Sciences Programs, Indiana University Northwest, Gary, IN
Richard Carlton, MS, RT(R)(CV) , Director, Radiologic Sciences, Grand Valley State University, Grand Rapids, MI
Description
A clear, concise introduction to the imaging sciences, this text covers the patient care skills necessary for clinical practice. The content
covered in this text 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, this book provides
an overview of the radiologic sciences professions and of all aspects of patient care. Excellent preparation for certification – and
for professional practice!
Contents
Unit I The Profession of Radiologic Technology
1. Introduction to Radiologic Technology
2. Professional
Organizations
3. Educational Survival Skills
4. Critical Thinking and Problem Solving Strategies NEW!
Unit
II Introduction to the Clinical Environment
5. Introduction to Clinical Education
6. Radiologic Services Administration
7.
Radiographic Imaging
8. Radiographic and Fluoroscopic Equipment
9. Basic Radiation Protection and Radiobiology
Unit
III Patient Care
10. Human Diversity NEW!
11. Patient Interactions
12. History Taking
13.
Transfer Techniques
14. Immobilization Techniques
15. Vital Signs and Oxygen
16. Infection Control
17.
Aseptic Techniques
18. Non-Aseptic Techniques
19. Medical Emergencies
20. Pharmacology
21. Contrast
Media
Unit IV Ethical and Legal Issues
22. Ethical and Legal Issues
23. Health Records and
Health Information Management
24. Medical Law
Study Guide
Appendix A
Practice
Standards for Medical Imaging, Radiation Therapy, and Sonography
Appendix B
Professional Organizations
Appendix
C
State Licensing Agencies
Appendix D
ARRT Code of Ethics
Appendix E
Your
Rights as a Hospital Patient
| Bibliographic details |
Paperback, 528 pages, publication date: FEB-2007
ISBN-13: 978-1-4160-3194-9
ISBN-10: 1-4160-3194-4
Imprint: SAUNDERS
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Last update: 25 Nov 2009
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