Pocket Guide to Radiography - Softcover

Phillip W. Ballinger; Eugene Frank

Softcover

ISBN 10: 0323016030 ISBN 13: 9780323016032

Publisher: Mosby, 2003

Synopsis

This handy pocket companion concisely presents radiographic essentials in a quick reference format ideal for the clinical setting. Bulleted, step-by-step explanations illustrate how to position the patient for 190 of the most common radiographic projections. Unique to this pocket guide is the inclusion of computed radiography information. The guide leaves space for the user to make notes needed for easy access in the practice setting.

• Each projection is presented on a two-page spread, ideal for quick reference in the clinical setting.
• Information on patient positioning is bulleted for at-a-glance, step-by-step reference.
• Uses an eye-catching icon to remind users of the special positioning needs of computed radiography.
• Includes an exposure technique chart for each projection.
• Allows space for writing in both manual and AEC techniques.
• Illustrates the most common mobile projections.

• Now includes a number of additional mobile projections.
• Presents radiographs for each projection spread.
• Offers information on computed radiography (CR). A special icon alerts users to the special positioning adjustments needed for CR.

About this title

About the Author:

Phillip W Ballinger, MS, RT(R), FAERS, Assistant Professor Emeritus, Radiologic Technology Division, School of Allied Medical Professions, The Ohio State University, Columbus, OH.; and Eugene D Frank, MA, RT(R), FASRT, Program Director, Radiography, Riverland Community College, Austin, MN

About this edition

• Publisher: Mosby
• Publication date: 2003
• ISBN 10: 0323016030
• ISBN 13: 9780323016032
• Binding: Paperback
• Edition number: 5
• Number of pages: 448