- Guidelines for a solid radiography career foundation discuss customer service, ethics and professionalism, and professional organizations.
- Thorough introduction to radiologic technology includes a concise overview of what you can expect in your coursework.
- Cultural diversity coverage orients you to the challenge of dealing with patients from different cultures in the medical environment. - NEW! Updated career advancement opportunities and newest medical terminology include just the right amount detail for new radiographers. - NEW! Incorporation of SI units of measurement accurately depict current practice standards.
Table of Contents
Part I: Becoming a Radiologic Technologist 1. Radiography Education: From Classroom to Clinic 2. Becoming an Outstanding Student 3. Evolution of Health Care Delivery 4. Radiology: A Historic Perspective
Part II: Practicing the Profession 5. Orientation to Patient Care 6. Providing Quality Patient Service 7. The Language of Medicine 8. The Technology of Medical Imaging 9. Imaging Examinations: Diagnosing Disease and Injury 10. Radiation Protection 11. Ethics, Professionalism, and Law in Radiologic Technology 12. Organization and Operation of the Radiology Department 13. Health Professions
Part III: Growing with the Profession 14.The American Registry of Radiologic Technologists 15. Professional Associations 16. Clinical Specialization and Professional Advancement