Radiography PREP Program Review & Exam Preparation

by Saia, D.A.

• ISBN13: 9780071441650
• ISBN10: 0071441654
• Edition: 4th
• Format: Paperback
• Copyright: 2005-09-19
• Publisher: McGraw-Hill Medical

Summary

A High-Yield Summary of the ARRT Exam -- Complete With Outstanding Study Aids!This resource provides students taking the ARRT certifying exam with a narrative, high-yield summary of what to expect on the exam. In addition, the entire radiography curriculum is covered, making this book an excellent study guide throughout the program. Follows the exact organization and format of the ARRT exam New 200-question practice test with detailed answers and explanations Detailed coverage of digital imaging

Author Biography

D.A. Saia, MA RT(R), (M) is Director, Radiography Program, The Stamford Hospital, Stamford, CT.

Table of Contents

Preface	vii
Acknowledgments	ix
Master Bibliography	xi
I. Patient Care and Education	1	(68)
Legal and Ethical Responsibilities	3	(16)
Chapter Review Questions	14	(5)
Patient Communication, Education, and Safety	19	(14)
Chapter Review Questions	29	(4)
Infection Control	33	(14)
Chapter Review Questions	41	(6)
Patient Monitoring, Contrast Media, and Emergencies	47	(22)
Chapter Review Questions	64	(5)
II. Radiographic Procedures	69	(144)
General Procedural Considerations	71	(14)
Chapter Review Questions	81	(4)
Imaging Procedures: Anatomy, Positioning, and Pathology	85	(128)
Chapter Review Questions	206	(7)
III. Radiation Protection	213	(70)
Radiation Protection Considerations	215	(22)
Chapter Review Questions	232	(5)
Patient Protection	237	(20)
Chapter Review Questions	252	(5)
Personnel Protection	257	(14)
Chapter Review Questions	265	(6)
Radiation Exposure and Monitoring	271	(12)
Chapter Review Questions	278	(5)
IV. Image Production and Evaluation	283	(138)
Selection of Technical Factors	285	(92)
Chapter Review Questions	373	(4)
Image Processing and Quality Assurance	377	(22)
Chapter Review Questions	395	(4)
Image Evaluation (Screen--Film and Electronic)	399	(22)
V. Equipment Operation and Quality Control	421	(134)
Radiographic and Fluoroscopic Equipment	423	(50)
Chapter Review Questions	468	(5)
Standards of Performance and Equipment Evaluation	473	(12)
Chapter Review Questions	480	(5)
Practice Test	485	(70)
Index	555