Written by radiographers for radiographers, Essentials of
Radiographic Physics and Imaging, 2nd Edition follows the ASRT
recommended curriculum and focuses on what the radiographer needs
to understand to safely and competently perform radiographic
examinations. This comprehensive radiologic physics and imaging
text links the two subjects together so that you understand how
they relate to each other ― and to clinical practice. Prepare for
success on the ARRT exam and the job with just the right a
of information on radiation production and characteristics,
imaging equipment, film screen image acquisition and processing,
digital image acquisition and display, image analysis, and the
basic principles of computed tomography.
* 345 photos and line drawings
encourage you to visualize important concepts.* Strong pedagogy,
including chapter objectives, key terms, outlines, bulleted
chapter summaries, and specialty boxes, help you organize
information and focus on what is most important in each chapter.
* Make the Physics Connection and Make the Imaging Connection
boxes link physics and imaging concepts so you fully appreciate
the importance of both subjects.
* Educator resources on Evolve, including lesson plans, an image
collection, PowerPoint presentations, and a test bank, provide
additional resources for instructors to teach the topics
presented in the text.
* Theory to Practice boxes succinctly explain the application of
concepts and describe how to use the information in clinical
practice.
* Critical Concept boxes further explain and emphasize key points
in the chapters.
* Math Application boxes use examples to show how mathematical
concepts and formulas are applied in the clinical setting.
* An emphasis on the practical information highlights just what
you need to know to ace the ARRT exam and become a competent
practitioner.
* Numerous critique exercises teach you how to evaluate the
quality of radiographic images and determine which factors
produce poor images.
* A glossary of key terms serves as a handy reference.
* NEW! Updated content reflects the newest curriculum standards
outlined by the ARRT and ASRT
, providing you with the information you need to pass the
boards.* NEW! Critical Thinking Questions at the end of every
chapter offer rtunity for review and greater challenge.
* NEW! Chapter Review Questions at the end of every chapter allow
you to evaluate how well you have mastered the material in each
chapter.
* NEW! Increased coverage of radiation protection principles
helps you understand the ethical obligations to minimize
radiation dosages, shielding, time and distance, how to limit the
field of exposure and what that does to minimize dose, and
technical factors and how they represent the quantity and quality
of radiation.
* NEW! Conversion examples and sample math problems give you the
practice needed to understand complex concepts.
* NEW! More images highlighting key concepts help you visualize
the material.
* NEW! Expansion of digital image coverage and ample discussion
on differentiating between digital and film ensures you are
prepared to succeed on your exams.
* NEW! All-new section on manual vs. AEC use in Chapter 13 keeps
you in the know.
* NEW and UPDATED! Expanded digital fluoroscopy section,
including up-to-date information on LCD and Plasma displays,
familiarizes you with the equipment you will encounter.
* NEW! Online chapter quizzes on Evolve feature 5-10 questions
each and reinforce key concepts.
* NEW! PowerPoint presentations with new lecture notes on Evolve
and in-depth information in the notes section of each slide make
presenting quick and easy for instructors.