Radiographic Image Analysis

by Martensen, Kathy Mcquillen

• ISBN13: 9781437703368
• ISBN10: 1437703364
• Edition: 3rd
• Format: Hardcover
• Copyright: 2010-02-24
• Publisher: W B Saunders Co

Summary

This comprehensive guide provides all the tools you need to accurately evaluate radiographic images and make the adjustments needed to acquire the best possible diagnostic quality images. You'll discover how to evaluate an image, identify any improper positioning or techniques that caused poor quality, and correct the problem. No other text is devoted to equipping you with the critical thinking skills needed to properly position patients for optimal radiographs and help minimize the need for repeat images. Chapter outlines give you an at-a-glance summary of chapter contentLabeled images with analysis and correction help you develop your skills for producing optimal images, thus reducing the need for repeat proceduresStudent workbook provides additional opportunities to apply what you've learned in the textExpanded digital radiography content includes advances in digital imaging to keep you up-to-date in the fieldChapter objectives help you master key contentQuick reference tables highlight significant informationMore bone photographic images better illustrate difficult-to-evaluate proceduresMore pediatric and trauma images improve your ability to produce optimal images of different procedures

Table of Contents

Guidelines for Image Analysis

Digital Radiography NEW!

Image Analysis of the Chest and Abdomen

Image Analysis of the Upper Extremity

Image Analysis of the Shoulder

Image Analysis of the Lower Extremity

Image Analysis of the Hip and Pelvis

Image Analysis of the Cervical and Thoracic Vertebrae

Image Analysis of the Lumbar Vertebrae, Sacrum, and Coccyx

Image Analysis of the Sternum and Ribs

Image Analysis of the Cranium

Image Analysis of the Digestive System

Bibliography

Glossary NEW!

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