(704 pages)

Radiologic Science for Technologists: Physics, Biology, and Protection (Radiologic Science for Technologists: Phys, Biol & Protectio) by: Stewart C. Bushong publisher: Mosby released: 2008-03-04 ISBN: 0323048374 $62.33

Develop the skills and knowledge to make informed decisions regarding technical factors and diagnostic imaging quality with this highly detailed, vibrantly illustrated, full-color resource. Updated with the latest advances in radiologic science, this new edition addresses a broad range of radiologic disciplines, providing a strong foundation in the study and practice of radiologic physics, imaging, radiobiology, radiation protection, and more. Unique learning tools strengthen your understanding of key concepts, and challenging review exercises help you prepare for success on the ARRT certification exam and in the workplace.

• Quick-reference guides printed on colored end sheets provide easy access to frequently used formulas, conversion tables, abbreviations, and more.
• Special Math Formulas boxes and Important Concepts boxes emphasize key chapter content.
• A full-color design highlights important information and clarifies concepts.
• Objectives, key terms, outlines, introductions, and summaries for every chapter help you organize material and identify vital information.
• Challenge Questions at the end of each chapter test your understanding of terms, concepts, and formulas with a variety of definition exercises, short answer questions, and calculations.

• Significant chapter updates help you ensure success on the ARRT exam and keep you current with the latest practices in mammography, interventional radiology, multislice spiral computed tomography, and radiation protection.
• A new chapter on The Digital Image identifies the benefits and challenges of working with digital imaging and familiarizes you with technology youll encounter in the clinical setting.
• A new Viewing the Digital Image chapter guides you through the most up-to-date viewing practices to ensure an accurate understanding.
• An expanded glossary introduces important new terms common to todays practice settings.

The workbook is a must! It has helped clarify information and given a nice overview of the concepts with practical applications. I have recommended it to other students in my class.

Was a little nervous about purchasing a book online but it came back in perfect shape and was exactly what i was looking for. Looks the same as buying it in the campus bookstore but at a savings of about 45$!

This book has been a good resource in my program. It was originally supposed to be the testbook for our radiographic physics and equipment class but I haven't used it very much in that regard. Only about 1/4-1/3 of the book covers this topic. Overall, it is a good resource because it covers many areas within radiography.

Overall, I thought this workbook to be very helpful. While not all of the information in the workbook was covered or required for the classroom, an understanding of all of the chapter material aided in increasing test scores. Be wary of the answer keys in the back; not all are correct. I found that at least one question in a set had a wrong answer listed in the key. Look up the answer in the text instead of relying on the keys; you will also gain more information this way helping to increase your test scores.

This book is very good in accurately and easily describing the x-ray system, fluoroscopy, radiologic physics, artifacts, and digital x-ray imaging. This book greatly helped me in school and served as an outstanding study reference for the ARRT exam. This book ranks high along with "The Ultimate Study Guide for the Registry Examination in Radiography: Key Review Questions and Answers",Volumes 1 and 2 by Patrick Leonardi. These volumes had tons of pertinent questions/answers for ARRT prep. "Radiologic Science for Technologists: Physics, Biology and Protection" by Stewart C. Bushong will also continue to serve as a reference for years to come.

(800 pages)

Principles of Radiographic Imaging: An Art and a Science by: Richard R. Carlton, Arlene McKenna Adler publisher: Delmar Cengage Learning released: 2005-12-16 ISBN: 1401871941 $124.70

Strength of the book is the writing style, with an approach that builds from the simple to the complex. Principles of Radiographic Imaging presents clear and concise information on radiographic contrast, density, detail and distortion, and ties those concepts together to present an overall picture of radiographic exposure. Radiographic Imaging is a required part of the Radiologic Technology curriculum, so any student who is studying to be a Radiologic Technologist, will need a book such as this to complete the curriculum.

If you're looking for a very informative yet fun to read book then, you should have to consider to buy this one. Most specially if you're a radiologic technology student. This book provides the information you just need in a radiography curriculum, to increase your deeper understanding of radiographic imaging (the best when preparing for licensure exams). Also consider to buy its Workbook to test yourself and to see how much you really understood the content you have just learned in the accompanying textbook.

short chapters, easy to read n understand...havnt used it that much yet but so far ..good.

(1792 pages)

Merrill's Atlas of Radiographic Positioning and Procedures: 3-Volume Set (Merrill's Atlas of Radiographic Positioning and Procedures) by: Eugene D. Frank, Bruce W. Long, Barbara J. Smith publisher: Mosby released: 2007-02-05 ISBN: 0323033172 $152.46

The "bible" of radiography, this comprehensive resource presents more than 400 projections. Clear, step-by-step instructions explain all commonly performed procedures. Merrill's shows how to properly position the patient so that each radiograph provides the information the physician needs to make a correct diagnosis. Separate chapters cover each bone group or organ system, all illustrated in full color and augmented with MRI images as appropriate. This text is so highly regarded that many state boards and the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists refer to it when designing their certification exams.

• Special chapters help students prepare for the full scope of experiences as a radiographer.
• Summaries of pathology describe and define conditions.
• Summaries of projections list all projections by anatomical area.
• Exposure technique charts in positioning chapters list technique factors for the various projections.

• New Compensating Filters chapter explains how filters are used in patient positioning, presents photographs of all the filters currently in use, and provides samples of radiographs produced using the filters.
• A special icon identifies selected projections that are enhanced with the use of an appropriate compensating filter.
• Enhanced content includes material on age-related competencies.
• More than 90 new high-quality radiographs include many new MRI and CT images.
• A digital radiography icon identifies projections that require special consideration when using digital imaging.
• Expanded anatomy sections include over 40 CT and MRI images to augment the traditional anatomy art, covering sectional anatomy at the same time as traditional anatomy and preparing students for the proposed new CT competency.
• Abbreviations boxes highlight the abbreviations used in each chapter for quick reference.
• New and revised projections include:
• New axial lateromedial projection (Coyle Method) of the elbow.
• Modified AP oblique projection of the acetabulum (Judet Method).
• Twinning Method, Pawlow Method, and Modified Pawlow Method of imaging the cervicothoracic region modified and simplified into one projection.

This book is the bible for radiologic techs and needed in many programs however Amazon was incapable of delivering this book. I waited 12 days for this textbook for my classes and finally contacted customer service to ask them to expedite the shipping because I NEEDED it and they told me they did not even have it in stock. After hearing this I looked on the website to see if they still had it listed and they did saying falsely that it could be sent out in two days. I obviously knew that this was not my case because my order was made 10 days ago and could not be sent out nor could they tell me when!!! I used to rely on amazon for all my book needs but they are no longer the high caliber that I once regarded them as.

I am currently using this book in one of my classes and it is packed full of information. For those of you who have a hard time comprehending what medical books are trying to say, this book is packed full of pictures upon how to position the patient and what the radiograph will look like if you properly positioned. The radiographs also have arrows pointing at different parts of the anatomy. I highly encourage this book to anyone who is trying to learn to be a radiologist or radiographic technician.

This is a colorful book. The details are shown clearly and descriptions are understandable. It is the good book for studying.

This 3-volume atlas set is great for anyone entering a Radiologic technology program (i.e x-ray techs). There are detailed explanations for positioning a patient, as well as detailed pictures of how the patient is to be positioned. This atlas also includes pictures of radiographs of the part to be imaged, as well as "good" and "bad" examples of radiographs. Each chapter pertains to positioning a different body part, or body area, and gives you a summary list of evaluation criteria for the actual radiograph that was taken. This is a great book to invest in, and is very helpful.

(696 pages)

Sectional Anatomy for Imaging Professionals by: Lorrie L. Kelley, Connie Petersen publisher: Mosby released: 2007-01-25 ISBN: 0323020038 $57.48

Designed to serve as both a clinical manual and an instructional tool, this text covers the sectional anatomy of the entire body in an easy-to-understand, comprehensive format. The user-friendly design of the book presents actual, diagnostic-quality images from both MRI and CT modalities, side-by-side with line drawings to illustrate the planes of anatomy most commonly imaged. Concise explanations describe the location and function of the anatomy, and each image clearly labels all pertinent anatomic structures to aid in location and identification of anatomy during actual clinical examinations. The result is a practical guide that improves the imaging professional's ability to consistently produce the best possible diagnostic images. Instructor resources are available; please contact your Elsevier sales representative for details.

• Side-by-side presentations of images and line drawings on the same page spread allow the reader to see correlations between line drawings of physical anatomy and actual, diagnostic-quality CT and MR images.
• Over 1,300 images and detailed line drawings demonstrate sectional anatomy for every plane of the body that is commonly imaged.
• Pathology boxes briefly describe common pathologies related to the anatomy being discussed to form connections between the scans in the text and common pathologies readers are likely to encounter in practice.
• Summary tables organize anatomic information for each major muscle group, listing the muscles, points of origin and insertion, and functions.

• Anatomic maps - line drawings that show the angle and level of each scan - appear with the actual scans, so readers can easily access the proper orientation for scanning and identifying anatomy.
• 290 new scans, including more 3D and vascular images, demonstrate current technology.
• A new introductory chapter provides a foundation by teaching the terminology related to sectional anatomy and preparing the reader for more complex content that follows.

Has tons of true to life CT images, great descriptions, easy to follow. Also recommend obtaining the workbook that goes along with it. Together they help the understanding process faster and clearer. Don't even need to attend a class with these books!

This was the required text for my Sectional Anatomy course, as part of my radiography curriculum. I found the layout of the book disorganized and frustrating. I felt it would have been helpful and appropriate for the text to address the sequencing of CT/MRI images instead of showing a random shot here or there...I suppose that's difficult to do without a multimedia/interactive presentation, but I still had alot of trouble learning via this text. I found the abbreviated captions virtually useless and ill-concieved. It's one thing if you're tyring to quiz yourself and want a hint, but if you're trying to learn from scratch, it would have made much more sense seeing the long-hand terms written out in the columns so we know what we're looking at. Having to glance down at the caption and search for the abbreviation in question proved very distracting to the learning process. And the written text was...well, not enough text. Instead of offering helpful ways to differentiate and remember the many different body parts and structures, the text follows a very robotic "the A bone connects to the B bone which leads to the C artery and supplies the D organ...". I felt overwhelmed with similar-sounding descriptions and didn't take much away from the learning experience that wasn't lost in days. If I already had an understanding of cross-sectional anatomy before using this text, it may have served as a succinct review, but given the fact it is assigned to first-time X-sectional learners I felt it was too abstract and devoid of personality. If I decide to go into CT or MRI in the future, I plan on selling this book and doing a little research on finding the best and most current text available at the time. I can tell this one won't age well.

For some images of the book, the contrast and qaulity of images can be clearer. Otherwise a book book for sectional anatomy learners and as a book of reference.

As a teacher of Sectional Anatomy I rate this the best available inexpensive textbook. It's images are beginning to age a bit, especially the CTs, but it still competes well in the available market. It is well organized to teach anatomy, but in spite of using most images from a few series of scans in each chapter, it makes no attempt to order them in sequential fashion. I don't believe the book organization should be revised for this. I just want the captions to provide a clue to sequencing. Of course, we can figure it out, but for students, that's difficult.

We used this book in x-ray technology school and in preparation for the CT exam. The images are alright, although some of them are not the best quality. Also, by the time you get to the point of learning cross sectional anatomy you should have a deep knowledge of human anatomy, so I really don't see why the writer wasted so much useful space by writing about structure and physiology. I also didn't like the labeling, because instead of using numbers like most books do, they used abbreviations... kind of a give-away if you try to practice.

(370 pages)

Merrill's Pocket Guide to Radiography by: Eugene D. Frank, Bruce W. Long, Barbara J. Smith publisher: Mosby released: 2007-01-18 ISBN: 0323042090 $31.45

This handy pocket companion presents radiographic essentials in a quick-reference format ideal for the clinical setting. Bulleted, step-by-step explanations illustrate how to position the patient for 200 of the most common radiographic projections, including mobile and neonatal procedures. Unique to this guide is coverage of digital radiography and reference radiographs with each positioning presentation.

• Each projection presentation includes a diagnostic-quality radiograph demonstrating the result the radiographer should achieve.
• User-friendly two-page spread design allows the reader to easily access information.
• Bulleted, step-by-step procedures with instructions for positioning the patient and body part help the user perform radiographic exams quickly and efficiently.
• Tabs have been added to help the user find information quickly.
• Two-color format highlights important information.
• A special Digital Radiography (DR) icon alerts the reader to follow specific instructions and make the necessary positioning adjustments when DR is used to get optimal imaging results.
• A handy exposure technique chart for every projection with manual and AEC techniques reduces the need for repeat radiographs and improves image quality.
• A section on mobile projections is a convenient resource for examining patients outside of the radiology suite.
• A helpful list of abbreviations and definitions, plus a diagram and chart of external landmarks inside the covers provides a convenient reference for frequently used information.

• Now includes kVp settings for each projection to help the radiographer set the kVp as appropriate procedure is done.
• Special Compensating Filter icon alerts the reader when using a compensating filter is likely to improve overall image quality.

This pocket sized Merrill's is great. I work at temporary assignments and find it very helpful when special views outside the routine are requested.

Great little book to keep by my side but i wish the pages were laminated or at least where the pages meet the spiral because they are so thin and seem likely to rip at any time.

A great little book. It has pictures of positions (and radiographs to match), and charts to fill in your own information.

(872 pages)

Textbook of Radiographic Positioning and Related Anatomy by: Kenneth L. Bontrager, John Lampignano publisher: Mosby released: 2005-02-08 ISBN: 0323025072 $120.80

This radiography text focuses on about 200 of the most commonly performed radiographic exams, featuring a clear, easy-to-follow organization. It presents positioning and projection information in an easy-to-read, bulleted format on one side of the page spread, with corresponding positioning photos, radiographic images and anatomical drawings on the other side. Expert content covers pathology, geriatric and pediatric patient populations, survey information, and 100 new positioning photographs for the latest in radiographic positioning. The 6th edition contains a new chapter on digital imaging, and digital imaging information is incorporated where appropriate throughout the book. New photographs and redrawn illustrations create a consistent, visual appearance throughout the book.

· Characterized by a clear, easy-to-follow organization that features one projection per page. Positioning and projection information is presented in an easy-to-read bulleted format on the left side of the page, and positioning photos, radiographic images and anatomical drawings are aligned on the right. This "show and tell" style helps students visualize anatomy and understand positioning.

· Includes about 200 of the most commonly requested projections. Competency in performing these projections is necessary for all entry-level practitioners. By contrast, Merrill's Atlas includes over 400 projections and much more information on advanced imaging.

· Critique Radiographs provide the basis of classroom or lab discussion. The WB/LM contains questions specific to these radiographs.

· Pathologic Indications in appropriate chapters - Introducing pathology with positioning helps students understand the whole patient and improves their ability to produce radiographs that make diagnosis easy for the physician.

· Pediatric Applications in appropriate chapters prepare technologists to deal competently with the special needs of their pediatric patients.

· Geriatric Applications in appropriate chapters - Important information for technologists to understand the varying needs of their patient base.

· Alternative Modalities or procedures inform students of which projections can better demonstrate certain anatomical parts or pathology, or which may be necessary if patient is unable to cooperate fully.

· Radiographic Criteria on positioning pages help students develop a routine for evaluating radiographic quality.

· Pathology Demonstrated provides students with a larger frame of reference, and therefore a greater understanding, of each projection

• A new chapter on digital imaging discusses basic principles, applications, and image quality - digital imaging information essential for making appropriate positioning adjustments - to ensure readers are prepared to encounter new technology in clinical practice.
• Content updates include a totally new section on surgical radiography, new sections in all chapters on digital imaging considerations, an expanded section on bone densitometry, and a new introduction to positron emission tomography (PET).
• Updated and revised chapters cover angiography and interventional procedures, and computed tomography.
• More than 150 new positioning photos, in addition to many updated images, complement the new material.

This book is awsome. It is ilustrated and very clear to make you to understand and learn about Radiology Positioning.

My husband is the radiology technician in the family,I got this book for him (at his request) for his birthday. He loved the book.(As much as one can love a textbook!)He's working towards his Bachelor's in Science, so he found this book very informative, well written and user friendly.

It was in excellent condition and i got it in time. Price wasnt bad either.

(528 pages)

Introduction to Radiologic Sciences and Patient Care by: Arlene M. Adler, Richard R. Carlton publisher: Saunders released: 2007-02-23 ISBN: 1416031944 $53.95

A clear, concise introduction to the imaging sciences, this text 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.
Covering the big picture, this book provides an overview of the radiologic sciences professions and of all aspects of patient care. Excellent preparation for certification and for professional practice!

• More than 300 photos and line drawings clearly demonstrate patient care procedures.
• Study Guide section provides tear-out lab worksheets and review questions for each chapter.
• Chapter Objectives highlight important concepts.
• Key Terms with definitions are presented at the beginning of each chapter.
• Numerous, up-to-date references are provided at the end of each chapter.
• Appendices include practice standards, professional organizations, state licensing agencies, the ARRT code of ethics, and patient's rights information.

• New Human Diversity chapter provides basic knowledge of human behavioral, cultural, and social similarities and differences, addressing new ASRT curriculum requirement.
• New Critical Thinking and Problem Solving Strategies chapter challenges students to find new ways to approach problems.
• Chapter 4 is updated to include JRCERT and ARRT clinical expectations and requirements.
• Chapter 9 includes advanced directives.
• Chapter 13 includes several new images, a new table on body temperature with routes of measures and normal values, and a new table of oxygen delivery/appliances with normal flow rates.
• Chapters 15 & 16 include significant updates to art.
• Chapter 17 includes updated information on CPR and portable defibrillators.
• Chapter 19 includes a new table on commonalities and differences between contrast medias plus an introduction to radiopharmaceuticals.
• Chapter 21 includes HIPAA security and privacy as well as expanded discussion on the electronic medical record (EMR) and radiology coding.

(256 pages)

Workbook for Sectional Anatomy for Imaging Professionals by: Lorrie L. Kelley, Connie Petersen publisher: Mosby released: 2006-12-22 ISBN: 0323020046 $35.05

This workbook uses an integrated approach to learning sectional anatomy and applying it to diagnostic imaging. It facilitates comprehension, learning, and retention of the material presented in Kelley's Sectional Anatomy for Imaging Professionals, 2nd Edition. In addition to fill-in-the-blank, matching, multiple-choice, true/false, puzzles, fill-in-the-table, and short-answer questions, this new edition includes over 250 illustrations from the main text for labeling practice. Three post tests cover neurologic, body, and extremity content, offering additional opportunities for readers to test their comprehension.

• Chapter objectives provide lists of important concepts that readers should be expected to master by the end of the chapter.
• A variety of engaging activities assist in retention of material, such as matching, multiple-choice, short answer, true/false, fill in the blank, fill in the table, crossword puzzles, and labeling exercises.
• Multiple-choice post tests review material from groups of chapters for an additional assessment.

• Memory learning aids such as mnemonics are included, allowing readers to focus more of their attention on applications of concepts rather than memorization.
• More cross-referenced images and anatomy maps are added, specifically related to labeling exercises.
• Additional exercises reinforce the relationship of specific structures to surrounding anatomy.
• Updated material corresponds with updates to the main text.

(848 pages)

Textbook of Veterinary Diagnostic Radiology (Textbook Of Veterinary Diagnostic Radiology) by: Donald E. Thrall publisher: Saunders released: 2007-05-31 ISBN: 1416026150 $78.30

User-friendly and comprehensive, this essential resource covers all aspects of canine, feline, and equine diagnostic radiology and interpretation. It features relevant coverage of the physics of radiology, CT, and MRI, as well as valuable information on patient positioning and management, radiographic technique and safety measures, normal and abnormal anatomy, radiographic viewing and interpretation, and alternative imaging modalities. This edition features more than 500 additional images, a new chapter on the principles of digital imaging, and expanded coverage of brain and spinal cord imaging.

• Features comprehensive, logically organized coverage of the latest advances in imaging techniques and interpretation for the dog, cat, and horse.
• A body systems approach presents information in a logical progression, covering skeletal versus soft tissue structures, normal anatomy, general radiographic changes, and the most common abnormalities affecting each particular system.
• Discussion of the physics of radiology, CT, and MRI offers a better understanding of the radiographic process.
• An atlas of normal radiographic anatomy of the dog and horse offers a basis for comparison to assist in recognizing abnormal findings.
• Information on radiation safety highlights safety measures associated with ionizing radiation.
• A self-assessment section at the end of each chapter evaluates understanding of key concepts and clinical applications.
• High-quality radiographic images, illustrations, tables, and charts throughout clarify important concepts and interpretative principles.

• A new chapter on Digital Images and Digital Radiographic Image Capture (Chapter 2).
• Updated and expanded coverage of brain and spinal cord imaging, including CT and MRI.
• More than 500 additional radiographic images that clarify key concepts.

This book is major in understanding and logically approaching X-rays.Of course it must be combined with other sources- no book can be taken by itself only.

very good indeed!

The online quiz component is useful, however it could be more user friendly in terms of access

This latest edition of Textbook of Veterinary Diagnostic Radiology by Donald Thrall is a great improvement on the earlier edition (edition 2) that I had going through Uni. The basic physics is much more detailed, and the diagrams are great. Still the best in its field!

This text should be part of any veterinarian's library. The images are clearly labeled and descriptions are very helpful. I refer to it often and almost always find the help I need.

This has been the most helpful and clear textbook I've used since I've been inVeterianry school

(448 pages)

Lange Q&A: Radiography Examination (Lange Q&a) by: Dorothy A. Saia publisher: McGraw-Hill Medical released: 2008-05-08 ISBN: 0071508147 $44.95

A comprehensive Q&A review for the ARRT

Lange Q&A: Radiography Examination contains more than 1,400 ARRT exam-type questions to prepare you for the Registry exam. Contents are arranged by topic area for progressive study, and two practice exams are included. Answer explanations discuss both correct and incorrect answer options to help you better prepare for the test. The 7th edition includes the latest information on computed and digital imaging and lots of new patient care and ethics-related questions (known as SJTs/situational judgment tests).

This book is perfect for ARRT test prep. Make sure you get the book with the internet access. With the internet, you get to do all the practice tests you need to prepare for the ARRT boards. There are quite a few questions in the book and internet that are verbatim.

I haven't taken the registry exam yet, but for those looking for a good book to review, I recommend this one. I haven't made it through the whole book yet, but there are a lot of questions with such detailed explainations for every section. The questions are difficult, but I have been told by numerous people that these questions are harder than that of the actual ARRT exam. There are questions designated to each section, way more than what the real test will be, but the end of the book contains 2 practice tests combining all of the sections. VERY HELPFUL!

With this book comes free access to an online testing web site. This online, create-your-own exam feature is what got me through the registry test. It allows you to select any number of questions (there are more than 1,400!), from any of the 5 main categories (and the myriad sub-categories), those you've already seen or not seen, or to use only the ones you've previously gotten wrong. And you can use the web site as many times as you need to during your allotted access time (details with the book.) The author was very responsive to my questions when I needed clarification, and there's a link right on the web site making it easy to ask.

Unlike other test-prep resources I've seen, the questions are equal to or HARDER than those on the registry exam! The service tracks your averages in each of the five categories, and reports results for an individual exam upon completion as well as your cumulative average. You can interrupt taking an exam and resume it at another time. And, speaking of time, your test results also include how long it took you to complete your custom-made exam, as well as the average number of seconds per question. The registry exam is timed, so knowing your time in advance can help you focus where you need to.

I could go on, but you've got the picture by now: I can't say enough about the positive contribution this resource made to my success!

This is a great resource!!! I recently took the ARRT board exam in Radiography and I used this prep book to prepare for it. I scored a 98% on the exam. I would recommend this guide to anyone who wants to rock the boards. AsB

I used pretty much just this book to prepare for the Registry exam in 2006. I did every question in it over the 2 weeks before I sat the Registry, and passed it with a score of 97. What more can I say? This is the only prep book you need.