| Description |
xiv, 369 pages : illustrations ; 28 cm |
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regular print |
| Contents |
Part I The profession of radiologic technology. Introduction to imaging and radiologic sciences / Arlene M. Adler, Richard R. Carlton -- Professional organizations / Richard R. Carlton, Arlene M. Adler -- Educational survival skills / Arlene M. Adler, Richard R. Carlton -- Critical-thinking and problem-solving strategies / Tracy Herrmann, Angie Arnold -- Part II Introduction to the clinical environment. Introduction to clinical education / Sarah S. Baker -- Radiology administration / Judith LeRose -- Radiographic imaging / Christi Carter -- Radiographic and fluoroscopic equipment / Randy Griswold -- Basic radiation protection and radiobiology / Sandy L. Piehl, Thomas Sandridge -- Human diversity / Bettye G. Wilson -- Part III Patient care. Patient interactions / Bettye G. Wilson -- History taking / Richard R. Carlton, Arlene M. Adler -- Safe patient movement and handling techniques / Jan Bruckner -- Immobilization techniques / Robin Jones -- Vital signs, oxygen, chest tubes, and lines / Denise E. Moore -- Infection control / Jody L. Ellis -- Aseptic techniques / Lynn Carlton -- Nonaseptic techniques / Bonita M. Pawloski -- Medical emergencies / Joanne S. Greathouse -- Pharmacology / Samuel L. Gurevitz, Marcia S. Mulcahey -- Contrast media and introduction to radiopharmaceuticals / Audrey Harris, Norman E. Bolus -- Part IV Ethical and legal issues. Professional ethics / Robert A. Buerki, Louis D. Vottero -- Health records and health information management / Linda C. Galocy, Margaret A. Skurka -- Medical law / Ann M. Obergfell -- Appendices. The Practice standards for medical imaging and radiation therapy -- Professional organizations -- State licensing agencies The American Registry of Radiologic Technologists code of ethics -- The patient care partnership: understanding expectations, rights, and responsibilities |
| Bibliography |
Includes bibliographical references and index |
| Subject |
Medical radiology.
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| Author |
Adler, Arlene McKenna.
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Carlton, Richard R.
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| ISBN |
1437716466 |
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9781437716467 (paperback) |
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