Introduction to Radiologic Sciences and Patient Care - Brossura

Adler MEd RT(R) FAEIRS, Arlene McKenna; Carlton MS RT(R)(CV) FAEIRS, Richard R.

 
9780721697826: Introduction to Radiologic Sciences and Patient Care

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The text introduces students to the imaging sciences and covers the patient care skills necessary for clinical practice. The content covered in this text meets the standards set by the American Society of Radiologic Technologists (ASRT) Curriculum Guide and the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) Task List for certification examinations and helps to not only prepare the student for certification, but also for professional practice. For those programs that teach introductory material and patient care in the same course, "Adler and Carlton" is the perfect choice.

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Contenuti

Unit I. The Profession of Radiologic Technology
1. Introduction to Radiologic Technology
2. Professional Organizations
3. Educational Survival Skills

Unit II. Introduction to the Clinical Environment
4. Introduction to Clinical Education
5. Radiologic Services Administration
6. Radiographic Imaging
7. Radiographic and Fluoroscopic Equipment
8. Basic Radiation Protection and Radiobiology

Unit III. Patient Care
9. Patient Interactions
10. History Taking
11. Transfer Techniques
12. Immobilization Techniques
13. Vital Signs and Oxygen
14. Infection Control
15. Aseptic Techniques
16. Non-Aseptic Techniques
17. Medical Emergencies
18. Pharmacology
19. Contrast Media

Unit IV. Ethical and Legal Issues
20. Professional Ethics
21. Health Records and Health Information Management
22. Medical Law

Study Guide

Appendix A. Practice Standards for Medical Imaging, Radiation Therapy, and Sonography
Appendix B. Professional Organizations
Appendix C. State Licensing Agencies
Appendix D. ARRT Code of Ethics
Appendix E. Your Rights as a Hospital Patient

Product Description

Book by Adler MEd RTR FAEIRS Arlene M Carlton MS RTRCV

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