Principles of Radiographic Imaging: An Art and a Science - Hardcover

Carlton, Richard R.; Adler, Arlene McKenna

Hardcover

ISBN 10: 0827336055 ISBN 13: 9780827336056

Publisher: Delmar Pub, 1991

Synopsis

This outstanding text introduces the principles and techniques of radiographic imaging. The text is organized into five units which take the student from creating the beam through creating and analyzing the image. Various exposure systems are thoroughly explained, as well as special imaging modalities. Important concepts in basic physics, radiation protection, and X-ray equipment are covered. Emphasis is placed on practical approaches to help students create an acceptable image for proper diagnosis. This book should be of interest to students/trainees in radiography and radiographic imaging. [via]

About this title

About the Author

Richard Carlton is Director and Associate Professor of Radiologic and Imaging Sciences at Grand Valley State University in Grand Rapids, Michigan. His teaching career spans more than thirty years, during which time he founded Lambda Nu, the national honor society for radiologic and imaging sciences. Mr. Carlton is a past president of A.E.I.R.S., a J.R.C.E.R.T. site visitor, the author of twenty books, the founder of two professional journals, and a sought-after presenter for conferences. He earned an M.S. from National Louis University, a B.S. from The Chicago Medical School, and an A.A.S. from Illinois Central College. He is A.R.R.T. certified in C.V. and radiography.

Edition details

• Publisher: Delmar Pub
• Publication date: 1991
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 0827336055
• ISBN 13: 9780827336056
• Binding: Hardcover
• Number of pages: 700