Synopses & Reviews
Patient Care in Imaging Technology, Seventh Edition prepares individuals to be safe, effective practitioners in every aspect of patient care. The subjects of professional ethics and the legal aspects of radiologic technology are addressed to enhance the understanding of the radiographer's obligation to their profession and to the law. This new edition includes the latest techniques used in imaging and meets the current requirements of The American Society of Radiologic Technologists (ASRT) and The American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT).
Synopsis
Basic Medical Techniques and Patient Care in Imaging Technology prepares individuals to be safe, effective practitioners in every aspect of patient care. The subjects of professional ethics and the legal aspects of radiologic technology are addressed to enhance the understanding of the radiographer's obligation to his profession and to the law. This new edition features expanded information on ECG, bedside radiography, special procedures, adverse reactions, and pediatrics and geriatrics.
Synopsis
Includes bibliographical references (p. [373]-374) and index.
Table of Contents
- Chapter 1 Professional Issues in Imaging
- Chapter 2 Patient Assessment and Communication in Imaging
- Chapter 3 Patient Care and Safety
- Chapter 4 Infection Control
- Chapter 5 Surgical Asepsis and the Radiographer
- Chapter 6 Vital Signs and Oxygen Administration
- Chapter 7 Basic Electrocardiogram Monitoring
- Chapter 8 Medical Emergencies
- Chapter 9 Trauma and Mobile Radiographic Considerations
- Chapter 10 Pediatric Radiographic Considerations
- Chapter 11 Geriatric Radiographic Considerations
- Chapter 12 Patient Care During Urologic Radiographic Procedures
- Chapter 13 Patient Care During Gastrointestinal Radiographic Procedures
- Chapter 14 Caring for Patients Needing Alternative Medical Treatments
- Chapter 15 Pharmacology for the Radiographer
- Chapter 16 Care of Patients During Special Procedures