Radiographic Positioning and Procedures

The core of the radiologic technology profession is to understand what is shown on an image and determine whether the outcome is of the highest diagnostic quality.Radiographic Positioning and Proceduresis a new, unique text that not only shows students proper patient positioning and imaging procedures using various visual mediums, but alsochallengesvital critical thinking skills needed for success on the registry exam and in clinical practice. Experienced educator Jennifer Wagnerstrives to present thefundementalsof anatomy, positioning, and imageanalysis of the imaging procedures outlinedby the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists(ARRT). Focuses on the standard imaging projections and specialty projections that align with ARRT content specifications. All projections associated with an exam are displayed together, showing the details of each projection and demonstrating the positioning and a correlative image highlighting image analysiscriteria. Highlightscommon exam indications, positioning considerations, anatomy, and anatomy identification relative to radiographic images. Explains each projection and their associate procedures in a clear, step-by-step fashion. Offers unique end-of-chapter critical thinking exercises and additional images presented for critique,so students candetermine whether the image is of diagnostic quality. Includes video clips demonstrating the positioning of projections forparticular exams. Features superb illustrations including anatomical art, photos, and radiographs. Preparesreaders for the ARRT certification exam. Enrich YoureBook Reading Experience Read directly on your preferred device(s),such as computer, tablet, or smartphone. Easily convert to audiobook,powering your content with natural language text-to-speech.