Computed Tomography for Technologists: A Comprehensive Text

Well-written and easy to understand, Computed Tomography for Technologists: A Comprehensive Text, 3rd Edition, by Lois E. Romans, RT, (R)(CT) and Ian Lake, CHP, covers just the information that CT technologists need to know. This all-in-one text helps you develop the knowledge and decision-making skills you need for clinical practice while also preparing you for the ARRT registry exam. Organized around the four major ARRT content categories (patient care, safety, image production, and procedures), the fully updated 3rd Edition takes an easy-to-understand approach that combines real-world scenarios and proven learning aids to help you master this challenging area of radiologic technology.

• Incorporates the latest ARRT and ASRT standards and up-to-date content on patient radiation dosing (including methods to reduce doses)
• Features helpful learning aids such as review questions in every chapter, key concept boxes, key terms, clinical applications boxes, and more
• Provides expanded content on pathology, more diagrams of vascular anatomy, and more case studies that depict real-world scenarios
• Contains useful Exam Protocol Tables that summarize protocols and procedures for examining major anatomical areas
• Includes CT cross-sectional slices, accompanied by shaded diagrams and a reference image
• Companion registry review by Lois E. Romans, RT, (R)(CT) also available: Computed Tomography for Technologists: Exam Review, 3rd Edition (978-1-9752-3297-9)
• A Lippincott Connect version of this title is available and includes extensive resources, including interactive practice questions, for DMS instructors and students