Essentials of Radiographic Physics and Imaging - Elsevier eBook on VitalSource (Retail Access Card), 1st Edition
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Concise and practical, Essentials of Radiographic Physics and Imaging provides the right amount of information to help students succeed in the ARRT exam and in the practice of radiography. Starting with a clear explanation of the principles of physics, the text then moves on to required topics in the American Society for Radiologic Technology's (ASRT) core curriculum, such as radiation production and characteristics, imaging equipment, film screen image acquisition and processing, digital image acquisition and display, image analysis, and basic principles of computed tomography. Plus, the text's Theory to Practice feature prepares students for professional practice by linking concepts to real-world applications.
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- An emphasis on the practical information provides just what students need to know to pass the ARRT exam and become competent practitioners.
- Integrated coverage of digital radiography describes how to acquire, process, and display digital images, and explains the advantages and limitations of digital vs. conventional imaging processes.
- Theory to Practice format succinctly explains the application of the concept being discussed, and helps students understand how to use the information in clinical practice.
- Make the Connection link physics and imaging concepts so students fully appreciate the importance of both subjects.
- Math applications show students how mathematical concepts and formulas are applied in the clinical setting.
- Critical Concepts further explain and emphasize key points in the chapters.
- Learning features highlight important information with an outline, key terms, and objectives at the beginning of each chapter and a chapter summary at the end.
- A glossary of key terms provides a handy reference for students.
- Educator Resources on Evolve ease the instruction process by offering lesson plans tied to ASRT Core Curriculum objectives, an image collection, PowerPoint® lecture slides, and a test bank mapped to the text and the MRO objectives.
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1. Introduction to the Imaging Sciences
Section I: Principles of Radiation Physics
2. Structure of the Atom
3. Electromagnetic and Particulate Radiation
4. The X-ray Circuit
5. The X-Ray Tube
6. X-Ray Production
7. X-Ray Interactions with Matter
Section II: Image Production and Evaluation
8. Image Production
9. Image Characteristics
10. Radiographic Exposure Technique
11. Scatter Control
12. Image Receptors
Section III: Specialized Radiographic Equipment
13. Automatic Exposure Control (AEC)
14. Image Intensified Fluoroscopy
15. Additional Equipment
16. Computed Tomography
Glossary of Key Terms
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