Main 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.

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. Gurevitz, RPh, PharmD, CGP

Principles of Drug Administration
Kenya Haugen, DM, MS, RT(R)

Contrast Media and Introduction to Radiopharmaceuticals
Norman E. Bolus, MPH, CNMT

PART IV: Ethical and Legal Issues

Professional Ethics
Kevin L. Rush, MHA, RT (R)(T) FASRT

Health Records and Health Information Management
Linda C. Galocy, RHIA

Medical Law

Ann M. Obergfell, JD, RT(R)

Appendices

The Practice Standards for Medical Imaging and Radiation Therapy