Introduction to radiologic sciences and patient care
By: [edited by] Arlene M. Adler and Richard R. Carlton.
Contributors: Adler, Arlene McKenna.; Carlton, Richard R.
Edition: 4th ed.
Publisher: Elsevier Saunders
Published: 2007
Place of publication: St. Louis, Mo
Language: eng
Number of pages: 508
ISBN-13: 9781416031949
Subjects: Radiography.; Professional-Patient Relations.; Radiology, Medical.
Notes: Includes bibliographical references and index.
Table of contents: title: The profession of radiologic technology. Introduction to radiologic technology / Arlene M. Adler, Richard R. Carlton. Professional organizations / Richard R. Carlton, Arlene M. Adler. Educational survival skills / Arlene M. Adler, Richard R. Carlton. Critical thinking and problem solving strategies / Tracy Herrmann, Angie Arnold; title: Introduction to the clinical environment. Introduction to clinical education / Sarah S. Baker. Radiology administration / Larry A. Genzink. Radiographic imaging / Lyn Hubbard, Tracy B. White. Radiographic and fluoroscopic equipment / Thomas Wolfe. Basic radiation protection and radiobiology / Sandy L. Piehl. Human diversity / Bettye G. Wilson; title: Patient care. Patient interactions / Bettye G. Wilson. History taking / Richard R. Carlton, Arlene M. Adler. Transfer techniques / Jan Bruckner. Immobilization techniques / Robin Jones. Vital signs, oxygen, chest tubes, and lines / Denise E. Moore. Infection control / Jody L. Ellis. Aseptic techniques / Steven B. Dowd. Medical emergencies / Joanne S. Greathouse. Pharmacology / Samuel L. Gurevitz, Marcia S. Mulcahey. Contrast media and introduction to radiopharmaceuticals / Audrey Harris, Norman E. Bolus; title: Ethical and legal issues. Professional ethics / Robert A. Buerki, Louis D. Vottero. Health records and health information management / Margaret A. Skurka. Medical law / Ann M. Obergfell; title: Study guide. Patient care lab activities. Review questions; title: Appendices. Practice standards for radiography. Professional organizations. State licensing agencies. The American Registry of Radiologic Technologists code of ethics.The patient care partnership: understanding expectations, rights, and responsibilities.