Introduction to Radiologic Technology - Softcover

Inhaltsangabe

Get an introduction to the radiologic technology profession with this solid text! Covering everything a beginning radiography student needs to know, Introduction to Radiologic Technology, 9^th Edition lays the groundwork for a successful career. It includes coverage of the coursework required, basic learning skills, a historical perspective on radiology, and insight into key topics such as the language of medicine, digital imaging, patient care, and radiation safety. This book also includes the latest changes in the registry exam and a discussion of the radiographer’s role in the practice setting and opportunities for advancement.

• Clear, easy-to-read style follows a logical progression that assumes no prior knowledge of the subject matter
• Thorough introduction to the field of radiologic technology provides coverage at just the right level of detail to prepare you for subjects that will be covered in-depth in future courses
• Sound foundation for a radiography career ensures that you understand customer service, ethics and professionalism, professional organizations, continuing education requirements after graduation, and more, providing a solid base of knowledge from which to make important personal and career decisions
• Cultural diversity coverage orients you to the challenge of dealing with patients from different cultures in the medical environment
• Critical thinking emphasis explains what critical thinking is and why it is important to radiographers
• Pedagogy includes objectives, key terms, outlines, and review questions in every chapter

• NEW! Expanded information on radiologic specialties, what to expect during clinical education, expectations of new radiographers, and more
• NEW! Updated coverage of key topics, including patient consent, medical terminology, patient care considerations, radiation safety, imaging equipment, and image acquisition

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