Radiography Essentials for Limited Practice
- 6th Edition - October 4, 2020
- Imprint: Elsevier
- Authors: Bruce W. Long, Eugene D. Frank, Ruth Ann Ehrlich
- Language: English
- Paperback ISBN:9 7 8 - 0 - 3 2 3 - 6 6 1 8 7 - 4
- eBook ISBN:9 7 8 - 0 - 3 2 3 - 6 7 4 4 4 - 7
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Master the skills needed to perform basic radiography procedures! Written exclusively for limited radiography students, Radiography Essentials for Limited Practice, 6th Edition provides a fundamental knowledge of imaging principles, positioning, and procedures. Content reflects the most current practice, and incorporates all the subjects mandated by the American Society of Radiologic Technologists (ASRT) curriculum so you will be thoroughly prepared for the ARRT Limited Scope Exam. From radiologic imaging experts Bruce Long, Eugene Frank, and Ruth Ann Ehrlich, this book provides the right exposure to x-ray science, radiographic anatomy, technical exposure factors, and radiation protection, along with updated step-by-step instructions showing how to perform each projection.
- Concise coverage thoroughly prepares you for the ARRT Limited Scope Exam and clinical practice with the latest on x-ray science and techniques, radiation safety, radiographic anatomy, pathology, patient care, ancillary clinical skills, and positioning of the upper and lower extremities, spine, chest, and head.
- Expanded digital imaging concepts reflect today’s practice and meet the requirements of the ASRT Limited Scope Content Specifications.
- Current information on state licensure and limited radiography terminology ensures that you understand exam requirements and the role of the limited practitioner.
- Step-by-step instructions provide guidance on how to position patients for radiographic procedures performed by limited operators.
- Math and radiologic physics concepts are simplified and presented at an easy-to-understand level.
- Bone Densitometry chapter provides the information you need to know to prepare for the ARRT exam and clinical practice.
- Learning objectives and key terms highlight important information in each chapter and can be used as review tools.
- Special boxes highlight information to reinforce important points in the text.
- Cover image
- Title page
- Table of Contents
- Evolve Student Resources
- Copyright
- Contributing Author
- Preface
- Content and Organization
- Features
- New to this Edition
- Learning AIDS for the Student
- Teaching AIDS for the Instructor
- Part I: Introduction to Limited Radiography
- Chapter 1. Role of the Limited X-Ray Machine Operator
- Key Terms
- Radiography
- Limited X-Ray Machine Operator
- Certification
- Work Environment
- Typical Duties of a Limited X-Ray Machine Operator
- Summary
- Chapter 2. Introduction to Radiographic Equipment
- Key Terms
- Primary X-Ray Beam
- Scatter Radiation
- Image Receptor System
- X-Ray Room
- Positioning of the X-Ray Tube
- Collimator
- Radiographic Table
- Upright Cassette Holder
- Control Console
- Transformer Cabinet
- Podiatric Radiology
- Fundamental Radiation Safety
- Summary
- Chapter 3. Basic Mathematics for Limited Operators
- Key Terms
- Fundamental Mathematical Principles
- Mathematics Applied to Radiography
- Summary
- Part II: X-Ray Science
- Chapter 4. Basic Physics for Radiography
- Key Terms
- Matter
- Energy
- Electromagnetic Energy
- Characteristics of X-Rays
- Electricity
- Electromagnetic Induction and Transformers
- Summary
- Chapter 5. X-Ray Production
- Key Terms
- X-Ray Tube
- Bremsstrahlung and Characteristic Radiation
- Characteristics of the Cathode and the Anode
- Electric Control of X-Ray Production
- X-Ray Beam Filtration
- Summary
- Chapter 6. X-Ray Circuit and Tube Heat Management
- Key Terms
- X-Ray Circuit
- Rectification
- Generators
- X-Ray Control Panel
- Prolonging X-Ray Tube Life
- Summary
- Chapter 7. Principles of Exposure and Image Quality
- Key Terms
- Prime Factors of Radiographic Exposure
- Photographic and Geometric Factors
- Summary
- Chapter 8. Digital Imaging
- Key Terms
- Digital Imaging
- Functions of the Processing System
- Exposure Technique Charts
- Exposure Indicators
- Postprocessing
- Artifacts
- Picture Archival and Communication Systems
- Technical Considerations for Everyday Use
- Summary
- Chapter 9. Scatter Radiation and Its Control
- Key Terms
- Radiation Interactions with Matter
- Radiographic Effect of Scatter Radiation
- Factors Affecting Quantity of Scatter Radiation Fog
- Controlling Scatter Radiation Fog
- Summary
- Chapter 10. Formulating X-Ray Techniques
- Key Terms
- Technique Charts
- Patient Measurement
- Fixed Kilovoltage Versus Variable Kilovoltage
- Optimum Kilovoltage
- Criteria for Milliamperage Selection
- Calculating Exposure Time
- Technique Chart “Failure”
- Adjustment of Techniques
- Compensating Filters
- Summary
- Chapter 11. Radiobiology and Radiation Safety
- Key Terms
- Radiation Measurement
- Biologic Effects of Radiation Exposure
- Radiation Safety
- Effective Communication
- Vulnerability of Children to Radiation Exposure
- Summary
- Part III: Radiographic Anatomy, Positioning, and Pathology
- Chapter 12. Introduction to Anatomy, Positioning, and Pathology
- Key Terms
- Anatomy
- Radiographic Positioning
- Radiographic Procedures
- Pathology
- Summary
- Chapter 13. Upper Limb and Shoulder Girdle
- Key Terms
- Anatomy
- Positioning and Radiographic Examinations
- Pathology
- Summary
- Chapter 14. Lower Limb and Pelvis
- Key Terms
- Anatomy
- Positioning and Radiographic Examinations
- Pathology
- Summary
- Chapter 15. Spine
- Key Terms
- Anatomy
- Positioning and Radiographic Examinations
- Pathology
- Summary
- Chapter 16. Bony Thorax, Chest, and Abdomen
- Key Terms
- Anatomy
- Body Habitus
- Positioning and Radiographic Examinations
- Pathology
- Summary
- Chapter 17. Skull, Facial Bones, and Paranasal Sinuses
- Key Terms
- Anatomy
- Positioning and Radiographic Examinations
- Pathology
- Summary
- Chapter 18. Radiography of Pediatric and Geriatric Patients
- Key Terms
- Pediatrics
- Geriatrics
- Summary
- Chapter 19. Image Evaluation
- Key Terms
- Viewing Radiographs
- Systematic Image Review
- Image Identification and Markers
- Anatomy and Positioning Errors
- Exposure Factors
- Esthetic Quality
- Radiation Safety Factors
- Troubleshooting
- Repeating Radiographs
- Summary
- Review
- Part IV: Professionalism and Patient Care
- Chapter 20. Ethics, Legal Considerations, and Professionalism
- Key Terms
- Ethics, Morals, and Values
- Legal Considerations
- Projecting a Professional Attitude
- Professional Communication
- Issues of Cultural Diversity
- Medical Information and Records
- Summary
- Chapter 21. Safety and Infection Control
- Key Terms
- Hazard Control
- Workplace Safety
- Assisting Patients With Positions and Movements
- Immobilization
- Accidents and Incident Reports
- Infection Control
- Infectious Diseases
- Preventing Disease Transmission
- Surgical Asepsis
- Summary
- Chapter 22. Assessing Patients and Managing Acute Situations
- Key Terms
- Assessing the Personal Concerns of Patients
- Physiologic Needs
- Taking a History
- Assessing Current Physical Status
- Acute Situations
- Respiratory Emergencies
- Trauma
- Medical Emergencies
- Summary
- Part V: Ancillary Clinical Skills
- Chapter 23. Medications and Their Administration
- Key Terms
- The Limited Operator’s Role in Medication Administration
- Medication Nomenclature and Information Resources
- Routes of Medication Administration
- Medication Properties
- Medication Effects
- Frequently Used Medications
- Medication Administration
- Charting of Medications
- Summary
- Chapter 24. Medical Laboratory Skills
- Key Terms
- Standard Precautions
- Venipuncture
- Urinalysis
- Summary
- Chapter 25. Additional Procedures for Assessment and Diagnosis
- Key Terms
- Measuring Weight and Height
- Vision Screening Tests
- Electrocardiography
- Spirometry
- Summary
- Chapter 26. Bone Densitometry
- Key Terms
- DXA Versus Conventional Radiography
- Osteoporosis
- Physical and Mathematical Principles of DXA
- Statistical Measures in Bone Densitometry
- Radiation Safety and Protection
- Fracture Risk Models
- Baseline and Serial Scanning
- Skeletal Sites to Measure
- DXA Scan Acquisition, Image Critique, and Analysis
- Summary
- Appendix A. State Licensure Information
- Appendix B. The American Registry of Radiologic Technologists Rules of Ethics
- Fraud or Deceptive Practices
- Subversion
- Unprofessional Conduct
- Scope of Practice
- Fitness to Practice
- Improper Management of Patient Records
- Violation of State or Federal Law or Regulatory Rule
- Duty to Report
- Appendix C. Solutions to Practice Problems in Chapter 3
- Practice Problems Using Fractions and Decimals
- Practice Problems Using Percentages
- Practice Solving Equations
- Practice Problems Involving Exponents and Square Roots
- Practice Problems Using Measurement Units
- Solving Milliampere-Second Problems
- Practice Problems Involving Distance Changes
- Practice Problems Involving Patient Part Size Changes
- Practice Problems Using the 15% Rule
- Practice Problems Calculating Medication Dosage
- Appendix D. Sample Manual X-Ray Technique Charts
- Appendix E. Optimum Kilovoltage (kVp) Ranges
- Nongrid/Nonbucky
- With Grid/Bucky
- Appendix F. Milliampere-Seconds (mAs) Table
- Appendix G. Nomogram for Determining Patient Skin Dose from X-Ray Exposure
- Appendix H. Usual Projections for Routine Examinations
- Upper Limb
- Lower Limb
- Spine
- Bony Thorax and Chest
- Abdomen
- Skull, Facial Bones, and Paranasal Sinuses
- Appendix I. Evaluation of Sample Images from Chapter 19
- Review Image No. 1, Fig. 19.19
- Review Image No. 2, Fig. 19.20
- Review Image No. 3, Fig. 19.21
- Review Image No. 4, Fig. 19.22
- Review Image No. 5, Fig. 19.23
- Review Image No. 6, Fig. 19.24
- Appendix J. Charting Terms and Abbreviations
- Appendix K. Task Inventory for Limited Scope of Practice in Radiography Examination
- Illustration Credits
- Glossary
- Index
- Edition: 6
- Published: October 4, 2020
- Imprint: Elsevier
- No. of pages: 624
- Language: English
- Paperback ISBN: 9780323661874
- eBook ISBN: 9780323674447
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Bruce W. Long
Affiliations and expertise
Director and Associate Professor (Retired), Radiologic Imaging and Sciences Programs, Indiana University School of Medicine, Indianapolis, Indiana.EF
Eugene D. Frank
Associate Professor Emeritus Eugene D. Frank works in the Mayo Clinic College of Medicine, Rochester, Minnesota, USA.
Affiliations and expertise
Associate Professor Emeritus, Mayo Clinic College of Medicine, Rochester, Minnesota, USARE
Ruth Ann Ehrlich
Ruth Ann Ehrlich was a Senior Instructor in Radiology (Retired), University of Western States, Portland, Oregon, USA.
Affiliations and expertise
Senior Instructor in Radiology (Retired), University of Western States, Portland, Oregon, USA