Title: Basic medical techniques and patient care in imaging technology /
Authors: Torres, Lillian S.; Dutton, Andrea Guillen.; Ryan, TerriAnn.; Ryan, TerriAnn.
Publisher: Lippincott Williams & Wilkins,
Year: 2003
Subjects: Medical radiology; Radiologic technologists.; Technology, Radiologic; Medical radiology.; Nursing
Contents: Professional issues in radiologic technology -- The patient in radiographic imaging -- Infection control -- Basic patient care and safety in radiographic imaging -- Surgical asepsis and the radiographer -- Vital signs and oxygen administration -- Medical emergencies in diagnostic imaging -- Trauma and mobile radiographic considerations -- Pediatric and geriatric radiographic considerations -- Care of patients during imaging examinations of the gastrointestinal system -- Caring for patients needing alternative medical treatments -- Pharmacology for radiographers -- Drug administration -- Patient care during urologic procedures -- Basic electrocardiogram monitoring -- Care of patients during special procedures.