About This Book
Textbook of Diagnostic Sonography, 9th Edition
The Textbook of Diagnostic Sonography, 9th Edition, written by expert medical sonography educator and clinician Sandra L. Hagen-Ansert, is a comprehensive resource designed to prepare students for board exams and serve as a reference in the field of diagnostic sonography. This textbook is a go-to resource for students and educators alike, offering a detailed exploration of ultrasound imaging principles and patient care.
Who Uses It?
Primarily, this book is used by students and instructors in diagnostic sonography courses at the college and university levels. It's also a valuable resource for medical professionals looking to enhance their knowledge in ultrasound imaging and patient care, including those preparing for the ARDMS (American Registry for Diagnostic Medical Sonography) boards.
History and Editions
The 9th edition of Textbook of Diagnostic Sonography has been updated to reflect the newest curriculum standards. This edition includes updated images and content, ensuring that students gain the knowledge and expertise required to pass the boards. The book depicts the latest advances in the field of sonography, helping students prepare for both clinical practice and board exams.
Author and Other Works
Sandra L. Hagen-Ansert is a renowned expert in medical sonography. She has extensive experience as a clinician and educator, making her a trusted author in the field. This book is part of her extensive collection of educational resources, which have been widely used in medical education.
Key Features
- Comprehensive Coverage: The book covers foundational concepts in ultrasound imaging, patient care, the abdomen, superficial structures of the body, pediatrics, the thoracic cavity, echocardiography, cerebrovascular evaluation, gynecology, and obstetrics.
- Updated Content: Reflects the newest curriculum standards, ensuring students have the latest knowledge required to pass the boards.
- High-Resolution Images: Includes more than 3,100 images and full-color illustrations, featuring high-resolution ultrasound pictures, detailed line drawings with need-to-know anatomic information, color photographs of gross pathology, and color Doppler illustrations.
- Study Tools: The Evolve website offers review questions for students, PowerPoint slides, an image collection, and a test bank with 1,625 questions for instructors.
- Pathology Tables: Summarizes clinical findings, laboratory findings, sonographic findings, and differential considerations, making it easy to locate clinical information on particular pathologic conditions.
Detailed Information
ISBNs and Formats
- Hardcover: ISBN-13: 9780323826464
- eTextbook: Available through VitalSource (ISBN: 9780323826495)
- Loose-leaf: Not available in loose-leaf format
- Rental Options: Available for rental through various retailers
Publication Details
- Publisher: Elsevier
- Publication Date: Not specified
- Number of Pages: Not specified
- Language: English
- Item Weight: Not specified
- Dimensions: Not specified
Other Editions and Formats
- 10th Edition: Not available (latest edition is the 9th)
- eTextbook with VitalSource: ISBN-13: 9780323826495
- Related ISBNs:
- 9780323826464 (Hardcover)
- 9780323826495 (eTextbook)
- 9780323826501 (Courseware)
This detailed information section provides a quick reference for all the available formats and sources for Textbook of Diagnostic Sonography, 9th Edition, making it easier to find and access the book in the preferred format.