Principles of Radiographic Positioning and Procedures Pocket Guide


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Now in its third edition, PRINCIPLES OF RADIOGRAPHIC POSITIONING AND PROCEDURES POCKET GUIDE gives radiography professionals a handy resource for use on the go. Pocket-sized and comprehensive, the book's quick reference sections for positioning procedures and radiation protection standards puts critical details within reach while working with patients. Other helpful features include a space for recording technical exposure factors, the practical technique system guide, descriptions of basic procedural details, typical technical considerations, and appropriate modifications for 165 common procedures. Important Notice: Media content referenced within the product description or the product text may not be available in the ebook version.




Rad Notes


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Use this guide to quickly reference radiographic patient care procedures, commonly performed radiographic exams, and radiographic image analyses in the clinical setting.




Principles of Radiographic Imaging (Book Only)


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Merrill's Pocket Guide to Radiography - E-Book


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Designed for quick reference in the clinical environment, Merrill's Pocket Guide to Radiography is a pocket-sized companion to Merrill's Atlas of Radiographic Positioning and Procedures, 12th Edition. This handy resource summarizes essential information for 170 of the most frequently requested projections you'll encounter. Authors Eugene Frank, Barbara Smith, and Bruce Long concisely present just the information you'll need for quick reference -- keep it with you and keep Merrill's close at hand! Diagnostic-quality radiographs demonstrate desired imaging results. Key positioning information is formatted for quick and easy access. Each procedure is presented in a two-color, two-page spread with bulleted, step-by-step procedures and accompanying images on the top page; and a chart with spaces to fill in the specific techniques used for a particular projection on the bottom page. Section dividers with tabs offer quick access to each section. Computed radiography information allows you to make the subtle adjustments necessary to obtain optimal results with CR. Exposure technique chart for every projection helps reduce the number of repeat radiographs and improves overall image quality. Abbreviations and external landmark charts on the inside covers provide quick access to frequently needed information. kVp values are included for each projection. Compensating filter information included for those projections where filters are used. New exposure index column for use with digital imaging systems Specific collimation settings for all projections done using DR Systems




Workbook for Bontrager's Textbook of Radiographic Positioning and Related Anatomy - E-Book


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Master radiographic positioning and produce quality radiographs! Bontrager’s Workbook for Textbook of Radiographic Positioning and Related Anatomy, 9th Edition offers opportunities for application to enhance your understanding and retention. This companion Workbook supports and complements Lampignano and Kendrick’s text with a wide variety of exercises including situational questions, laboratory activities, self-evaluation tests, and film critique questions, which describe an improperly positioned radiograph then ask what corrections need to be made to improve the image. A wide variety of exercises include questions on anatomy, positioning critique, and image evaluation, with answers at the end of the workbook, to reinforce concepts and assess learning. Situational questions describe clinical scenarios then ask a related question that requires you to think through and apply positioning info to specific clinical examples. Chapter objectives provide a checklist for completing the workbook activities. Film critique questions describe an improperly positioned radiograph then ask what corrections need to be made to improve the image, preparing you to evaluate the quality of radiographs you take in the clinical setting. Laboratory exercises provide hands-on experience performing radiographs using phantoms, evaluating the images, and practicing positioning. Self-tests at the end of chapters help you assess your learning with multiple choice, labeling, short answer, matching, and true/false questions. Answers are provided on the Evolve site. NEW! Updated content matches the revisions to the textbook, supporting and promoting understanding of complex concepts. NEW and UPDATED! Stronger focus on computed and digital radiography, with images from the newest equipment to accompany related questions, prepares you for the boards and clinical success.




Handbook of Equine Radiography E-Book


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The Handbook of Equine Radiography is a practical and accessible "how-to guide to obtaining high-quality radiographs of the horse. It covers all aspects of taking radiographs of the commonly examined regions (lower limbs and skull) as well as less frequently examined areas (upper limbs, trunk).The main part of the book consists of diagrams to illustrate the positioning of the horse and the radiography equipment. For each view a benchmark example of a normal radiograph is illustrated. The accompanying text for each radiographic view succinctly presents the most relevant aspects.Practically orientated, and including chapters covering such key areas as radiation safety in equine radiography and patient preparation, plus a trouble-shooting section, the Handbook of Equine Radiography is an indispensable guide to practitioners in all countries engaged in equine work. - Clear diagrams illustrate the positioning of the horse and the radiography equipment - Contains all the information required to radiograph a horse - Accessible to veterinary surgeons who obtain most of their radiographs in the field




Applied Radiographic Calculations


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Reviews all the fundamentals- basic functions, mixed numbers, fractions, decimal, exponents, ratio and proportion - gives ample opportunity to practice skills then shows to use them to solve problems in the radiology department.




Fundamentals of Special Radiographic Procedures


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Presenting the information a technologist needs to know to perform advanced diagnostic and interventional special procedures, this text provides complete coverage of topics such as angiography, cardiac catheterization, and vascular interventions. A general overview includes room design, image recording systems, injection devices, contrast media, and catheters. Coverage of specific imaging procedures includes anatomy, indications and contraindications, procedures, contrast media, patient care, equipment, and patient positioning. Discussions of cardiac and vascular interventional procedures help practicing radiographers prepare for the ARRT advanced certification exams. - Special tables for equipment tray setup list the items needed for each procedure. - Chapter summaries recap the most important information and provide a quick review. - Key terms are bolded throughout chapters. - Special boxes draw attention to important information in the chapter. - List of pharmaceutical resources is included in new appendix.End-of-chapter questions include 10 multiple-choice questions for self-assessment. - Chapter objectives focus on the most important information to be learned. - Updated art program includes new line drawings, diagnostic images, and equipment photographs. - New content includes: - Positron emission tomography - MR angiography - Peripheral angiography and venography - Left heart cardiac catheterization - Monitoring procedures and equipment during cardiac catheterization - Extensive additions to the vascular procedures sections, including: - Revascularization - Thrombolytic therapy - Ablation - Embolization - Transcatheter biopsy - Transjugular intrahepatic portosystemic shunts - Inferior vena cava filters - Information abut HIPAA




Radiographic Exposure


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Basic math review included Text and workbook in one; includes 124 practice and lab activities -- from lab experiments to crossword puzzles and word searches Activities on perforated pages can be torn out and submitted to instructor Over 500 multiple-choice review questions Numerous illustrations reinforce learning Each chapter begins with an outline and chapter objectives and ends with a summary and multiple-choice review questions




Bontrager's Handbook of Radiographic Positioning and Techniques - E-BOOK


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"The various components contained in this handbook are presented in seamless combination and with a clarity becoming of a much larger work. The book is worthy of recommendation for all those interested in the strenghtening and honing of their core radiographic skills." Reviewed by: RAD Magazine, Barry K Denton, acting radiology services manager, Hywel Dda University Health Board, Wales Date: July 2014