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Merrill's Atlas of Radiographic Positioning and Procedures - 3-Volume Set

  • 14th Edition - April 11, 2018
  • Latest edition
  • Authors: Bruce W. Long, Jeannean Hall Rollins, Barbara J. Smith
  • Language: English

The gold-standard in imaging, Merrill's Atlas of Radiographic Positioning and Procedures, 14th Edition, is revised to fit the image of the modern curriculum. This thoroughly upda… Read more

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The gold-standard in imaging, Merrill's Atlas of Radiographic Positioning and Procedures, 14th Edition, is revised to fit the image of the modern curriculum. This thoroughly updated text has been reorganized to emphasize all procedures found on the ARRT Radiography Exam and in the ASRT Radiography curriculum. Separate chapters for each bone group and organ system enables you to learn cross-section anatomy along with anatomical anatomy - helping you make more accurate diagnoses. All outdated material has been removed and specialized content has been updated and moved to chapters more relevant to modern practice. With more than 400 projections, Merrill’s is not just the most widely used imaging text, but the most comprehensive radiographic positioning product on the market!

Key features

  • Comprehensive, full-color coverage of anatomy and positioning makes Merrill's Atlas the most in-depth text and reference available for radiography students and practitioners
  • Frequently performed essential projections identified with a special icon to help you focus on what you need to know as an entry-level radiographer
  • Summary of Pathology table now includes common male reproductive system pathologies
  • Coverage of common and unique positioning procedures includes special chapters on trauma, surgical radiography, geriatrics/pediatrics, and bone densitometry, to help prepare you for the full scope of situations you will encounter
  • Collimation sizes and other key information are provided for each relevant projection
  • Numerous CT and MRI images enhance comprehension of cross-sectional anatomy and help in preparing for the Registry examination
  • UPDATED! Positioning photos show current digital imaging equipment and technology
  • Summary tables provide quick access to projection overviews, guides to anatomy, pathology tables for bone groups and body systems, and exposure technique charts
  • Bulleted lists provide clear instructions on how to correctly position the patient and body part when performing procedures

Table of contents

Volume 1

1. Preliminary Steps in Radiography

2. General Anatomy and Radiographic Positioning Terminology

3. Thoracic Viscera: Chest and Upper Airway

4. Abdomen

5. Upper Extremity

6. Shoulder Girdle

7. Lower Extremity

8. Pelvis and Hip

9. Vertebral Column

10. Bony Thorax

Volume 2

11. Cranium

12. Trauma Radiography

13. Contrast Arthrography

14. Myelography and other Central Nervous System Imaging

15. Digestive System: Salivary Glands, Alimentary Canal and Biliary System

16. Urinary System and Venipuncture

17. Reproductive System

18. Mammography

19. Bone Densitometry

Volume 3

20. Mobile Radiography

21. Surgical Radiography

22. Pediatrics Imaging

23. Geriatric Radiography

24. Sectional Anatomy for Radiographers

25. Computed Tomography

26. Magnetic Resonance Imaging

27. Vascular, Cardiac, and Interventional Radiography

28. Diagnostic Medical Sonography

29. Nuclear Medicine and Molecular Imaging

30. Radiation Oncology

Product details

  • Edition: 14
  • Latest edition
  • Published: January 15, 2019
  • Language: English

About the authors

BL

Bruce W. Long

Affiliations and expertise
Director and Associate Professor (Retired), Radiologic Imaging and Sciences Programs, Indiana University School of Medicine, Indianapolis, Indiana.

JR

Jeannean Hall Rollins

Jeannean has been teaching in Medical Imaging at Arkansas State University since 1991. In that time, she has served as interim program director, Faculty Senate senator, Faculty Association Secretary, Vice-President of the Arkansas Society of Radiologic Technologists, and numerous committees for the college and university. Additionally, she has been a recipient of the Arkansas State University Board of Trustees Faculty Award for Teaching Excellence and the American Society of Radiologic Technologists (ASRT) Distinguished Author Award. She has numerus national peer-reviewed journal publications and continuously provides presentations at various local, state, and national forums. Jeannean is co-author of Merrill's Atlas of Radiographic Positioning and Procedures, an internationally renowned textbook in medical imaging procedures. Her other scholarly activities focus on providing electronic instructional tools for medical imaging educators
Affiliations and expertise
Associate Professor, Medical Imaging and Radiation Sciences Department, Arkansas State University, Jonesboro, Arkansas, USA

BS

Barbara J. Smith

Affiliations and expertise
Instructor, Radiologic Technology, Medical Imaging Department, Portland Community College, Portland, OR, USA