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An excellent orientation to the field of radiologic technology, this book has launched the careers of generations of successful radiographers. It covers basic learning skills and provides a historical overview of medicine and radiology. With this text, readers will have not only a solid introduction to the coursework that will follow in their radiography program, but they will also know what to expect from a career in the imaging sciences, what will be required in the practice environment, and what their options will be for advancement.
Table of Contents
- Front Matter
- Chapter 1 Introduction to Quality Customer Service
- Chapter 2 Becoming a Better Student
- Chapter 3 Memorization— A Key to Learning
- Chapter 4 Critical Thinking Skills
- Chapter 5 The History of Medicine
- Chapter 6 Radiology: A Historic Perspective
- Chapter 7 Radiography Education: From Classroom to Clinic
- Chapter 8 The Language of Medicine
- Chapter 9 Imaging Equipment
- Chapter 10 Radiographic Examinations: Diagnosing Disease and Injury
- Chapter 11 Imaging: Life Cycle and Quality
- Chapter 12 Ethics and Professionalism in Radiologic Technology
- Chapter 13 Patient Care and Management
- Chapter 14 Medicolegal Considerations
- Chapter 15 Organization and Operation of the Radiology Department
- Chapter 16 Economics of Radiology
- Chapter 17 Quality Assurance in Radiology
- Chapter 18 Radiation Safety and Protective Measures
- Chapter 19 Allied Health Professions
- Chapter 20 The American Registry of Radiologic Technologists
- Chapter 21 The Joint Review Committee on Education in Radiologic Technology
- Chapter 22 Professional Associations
- Chapter 23 Specialization in Radiologic Technology
- Chapter 24 Professional Development and Career Advancement
- Chapter 25 Continuing Education for the Radiologic Technologist
- Chapter 26 Status of Health Care Delivery
- Appendix Answers to Review Questions
- Glossary
