Radiologic Science for Technologists: Physics, Biology, and Protection

Develop the skills you need to produce diagnostic-quality medical images! Radiologic Science for Technologists: Physics, Biology, and Protection, 12th Edition provides  a solid foundation in the concepts of medical imaging and digital  radiography. Featuring hundreds of radiographs and illustrations, this  comprehensive text helps you make informed decisions regarding technical  factors, image quality, and radiation safety for both patients and  providers. New to this edition are all-digital images and the latest  radiation protection standards and units of measurement. Written by  noted educator Stewart Carlyle Bushong, this text will prepare you for  success on the ARRT® certification exam and in imaging practice.

• Broad coverage of radiologic science topics  includes radiologic physics, imaging, radiobiology, and radiation  protection, with special topics including mammography, fluoroscopy,  spiral computed tomography, and cardiovascular interventional  procedures.
• Objectives, outlines, chapter introductions, and summaries organize information and emphasize the most important concepts in every chapter.
• Formulas, conversion tables, and abbreviations provide a quick reference for frequently used information, and math  equations are always followed by sample problems with direct clinical  application.
• Key terms are bolded and defined at first mention in the text, with each bolded term included in the expanded glossary.
• Math formulas are highlighted in special shaded boxes for quick reference.
• Penguin icons in shaded boxes represent important facts or bits of information that must be learned to understand the subject.
• End-of-chapter questions help students review the material with definition exercises, short-answer questions, and calculations.
• Student workbook reinforces understanding with worksheets that complement the content covered in the text. Available separately.
• NEW! Updated content reflects the newest curriculum standards outlined by the ARRT® and ASRT.
• NEW! All images are digital, following current radiology practice.
• NEW! Updated radiation protection standards and units of measurement are incorporated throughout the text.
• NEW! Streamlined physics and math sections focus on the essential content to ensure student technologists are prepared to take the ARRT® exam and have the background needed to perform well in the clinical environment.
• NEW! Increased alignment of chapter objectives with the ASRT core curriculum helps students focus on need-to-know content in preparation for the Registry exam and for clinical success.