Introduction to Radiologic & Imaging Sciences & Patient Care (8^th Ed.)

Using a clear and concise format, Introduction to Radiologic and Imaging Sciences and Patient Care, 8^th Edition familiarizes you with the imaging sciences and covers the patient care skills necessary for clinical practice. It offers current, comprehensive content that meets the relevant standards set by the American Society of Radiologic Technologists (ASRT) Curriculum Guide and the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) Task List for certification examinations. This edition includes updates on current digital imaging and instrumentation, providing the essential information and tools you need to master any introduction to radiologic sciences or patient care class. Chapter review questions and lab activities, available online and on tear sheets in the text, give you easy access to study materials for on-the-go learning. In addition to helping you prepare for certification, the content provides useful and practical information that is essential for professional practice and clinical competency.

• Expanded and updated career content addresses professional development and advancement.
• Patient care content includes information on biomechanics and ergonomics of the radiologic and imaging sciences professional.
• Information management coverage provides an overview of health informatics for the radiologic and imaging sciences professional.
• Step-by-step procedures presented in boxed lists throughout the text supply you with easy-to-follow steps for clinical success.
• Back-of-book review questionsand questions to ponder provide opportunities for further review and greater challenge.
• More than 300 photos and line drawings help you understand and visualize patient-care procedures.
• Strong pedagogy, including chapter objectives, key terms, outlines, and summaries organize information and ensure you understand what is most important in every chapter.

• NEW! Comprehensive coverage encompasses the greater breadth and depth of all primary modalities of the radiologic and imaging sciences as they relate to patient care.

PART I: The Profession of Radiologic Technology

1. Introduction to Imaging and Radiologic Sciences

Arlene M. Adler, MEd, RT(R), FAEIRS

Richard R. Carlton, MS, RT(R)(CV), FAEIRS

2. Professional Organizations

Richard R. Carlton, MS, RT(R)(CV), FAEIRS

Arlene M. Adler, MEd, RT(R), FAEIRS

3. Educational Survival Skills

Arlene M. Adler, MEd, RT(R), FAEIRS

Richard R. Carlton, MS, RT(R)(CV), FAEIRS

4. Critical-Thinking and Problem-Solving Strategies

Tracy Herrmann, MEd, RT(R)

Angie Arnold, MEd, RT(R)

PART II: Introduction to the Clinical Environment

5. Introduction to Clinical Education

Sarah S. Baker, EdD, RT(R), FASRT

6. Radiology Administration

Luann Culbreth, M.Ed., MBA, RT(R)(MR)(QM) CRA FMSRT, FAHRA

7. Radiographic Imaging

Vesna Balac, MS,RT (R(MR))

8. Radiographic and Fluoroscopic Equipment

Randy Griswold, MPA, RT(R)

9. Basic Radiation Protection and Radiobiology

Thomas Sandridge, MS, RT(R)

10. Human Diversity

Bettye G. Wilson, MAEd, RT(R)(CT), ARRT, RDMS, FASRT

PART III: Patient Care

11. Patient Interactions

Bettye G. Wilson, MAEd, RT(R)(CT), ARRT, RDMS, FASRT

12. History Taking

Richard R. Carlton, MS, RT(R)(CV), FAEIRS

Arlene M. Adler, MEd, RT(R), FAEIRS

13. Safe Patient Movement and Handling Techniques

Jan Bruckner, PhD, PT

14. Immobilization Techniques

Robin Jones, MS, RT(R)

15. Vital Signs, Oxygen, Chest Tubes, and Lines

Denise E. Moore, MS, RT(R)

16. Basic Cardiac Monitoring: The Electrocardiogram

Denise E. Moore, MS, RT(R)

17. Infection Control

Jody L. Ellis, MMS, PA-C, RT(R)

18. Aseptic Techniques

Lynn Carlton MS, RDMS, RT(R)(M)

19. Nonaseptic Techniques

Lynn Carlton MS, RDMS, RT(R)(M)

20. Medical Emergencies

Joanne S. Greathouse, EdS, RT(R), FASRT, FAEIRS

21. Pharmacology

Samuel L. Gurevitz, RPh, PharmD, CGP

22. Principles of Drug Administration

Kenya Haugen, DM, MS, RT(R)

23. Contrast Media and Introduction to Radiopharmaceuticals

Norman E. Bolus, MPH, CNMT

PART IV: Ethical and Legal Issues

24. Professional Ethics

Kevin L. Rush, MHA, RT (R)(T) FASRT

25. Health Records and Health Information Management

Linda C. Galocy, RHIA

26. Medical Law

1. The Practice Standards for Medical Imaging and Radiation Therapy