Synopsis
Now in its fifth edition, Introduction to Radiologic Technology continues to give readers an excellent foundation on which to build a career in the imaging sciences. It introduces the profession of radiologic technology and presents an overview of the body of knowledge that students will acquire in future radiography courses. They will also learn what to expect from a career in radiologic technology, what will be required of them as practicing radiographers, and what options they will have for advancement. The book opens with chapters on learning skills and a historical overview of medicine and radiology. Subsequent chapters cover essential topics in radiography such as patient care, ethics, medicolegal considerations, quality assurance, and radiation safety. This revised edition features a new chapter on critical thinking skills as well as significant content updates throughout.
Topics are introduced and discussed with the appropriate amount of detail to give students an informative overview of subjects that will be covered in depth in future coursesComprehensive information about the profession of radiologic technology addresses customer service, ethics and professionalism, how to join professional organizations, and how to keep up with continuing education requirements after graduationWritten with the novice in mind, this user-friendly book is designed to ease the transition into this exciting professionEach topic leads into the next in a logical, readable progression, and chapters assume no prior knowledge of the subject matter, so students can easily follow the discussionsLearning aids such as multiple-choice questions, objectives, key terms, chapter outlines, and a glossary help students internalize important concepts.A new chapter on critical thinking skills defines critical thinking and its importance to radiologic technologists, examines common mindsets that can hinder sound reasoning, and identifies four important steps to becoming a critical thinkerSignificant updates in the chapters on professional organizations (ARRT, JCERT), continuing education, and ethics and professionalism in radiologic technology provide students with the latest information in a rapidly changing fieldA new instructor's manual provides additional classroom support for instructors.
About the Author
La Verne Tolley Gurley, PhD, RT(R) (T) (N) (FASRT), Shelby State Community College, Memphis, TN; and William J. Callaway, BS, RT (R), School of Radiologic Technology, Lincoln Land Community College, Springfield, IL
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