Introduction to radiologic sciences and patient care - Arlene M. Adler; Adler, Arlene McKenna; Carlton, Richard R. (St. Louis, Mo. : Elsevier Saunders, 2007)
The profession of radiologic technology. Introduction to radiologic technology / Arlene M. Adler, Richard R. Carlton. Professional organizations / Richard R. Carlton, Arlene M. Adler. Educational survival skills / Arlene M. Adler, Richard R. Carlton. Critical thinking and problem solving strategies / Tracy Herrmann, Angie Arnold -- Introduction to the clinical environment. Introduction to clinical education / Sarah S. Baker. Radiology administration / Larry A. Genzink. Radiographic imaging / Lyn Hubbard, Tracy B. White. Radiographic and fluoroscopic equipment / Thomas Wolfe. Basic radiation protection and radiobiology / Sandy L. Piehl. Human diversity / Bettye G. Wilson -- Patient care. Patient interactions / Bettye G. Wilson. History taking / Richard R. Carlton, Arlene M. Adler. Transfer techniques / Jan Bruckner. Immobilization techniques / Robin Jones. Vital signs, oxygen, chest tubes, and lines / Denise E. Moore. Infection control / Jody L. Ellis. Aseptic techniques / Steven B. Dowd. Medical emergencies / Joanne S. Greathouse. Pharmacology / Samuel L. Gurevitz, Marcia S. Mulcahey. Contrast media and introduction to radiopharmaceuticals / Audrey Harris, Norman E. Bolus -- Ethical and legal issues. Professional ethics / Robert A. Buerki, Louis D. Vottero. Health records and health information management / Margaret A. Skurka. Medical law / Ann M. Obergfell -- Study guide. Patient care lab activities. Review questions -- Appendices. Practice standards for radiography. Professional organizations. State licensing agencies. The American Registry of Radiologic Technologists code of ethics.The patient care partnership: understanding expectations, rights, and responsibilities.
Includes bibliographical references and index.
Keywords: Radiography; Professional-Patient Relations; Radiology, Medical