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Essentials of Radiologic Science
Second Edition
By
Denise Orth, MS, RT (R)(M)
Hardbound / ISBN: 978-1-4963-1727-8 / (US$124.99 / £83.00 / €96.00)
Available Direct From Publisher Only
Approx. 376 pp. / Approx. 250 Illus. / 400 in Full Color / 8.375 x 10.875 / January 2017
Note to Booksellers:
The previous edition published in February, 2011. (ISBN: 978-0-7817-7554-0)
DESCRIPTION
While maintaining the focused, student-friendly approach this
title is known for, the updated 2nd Edition of
Essentials of Ra-
diologic Science
now adds more detail and context on key topics to better meet the needs of today’s
classroom. Designed throughout to help students succeed in the course and begin preparing for the
ARRT examination from the very beginning of their program, the 2nd Edition now includes com-
prehensive coverage of digital imaging, an array of in-book and online learning tools to help stu-
dents of all learning styles master the content, and a powerful suite of online instructor’s resources.
FEATURES
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New! An expanded Part IV on Digital Imaging and Processing
covers basic principles,
acquiring the digital image, digital imaging exposure techniques, exposure indicators,
processing, evaluation, and management to give students the knowledge base they’ll need in
today’s clinical settings.
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New! More detail on selected topics
provides greater depth of coverage.
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Updated Case Studies with numbered Critical Thinking Questions
use real-life scenarios to
encourage students to apply chapter concepts.
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Over 400 full-color illustrations, radiographic images, photos, and charts
clarify key
concepts while making the text visually appealing and interesting.
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Revised Critical Thinking Boxes
give students an opportunity to apply chapter topics by
answering numbered clinical/practical application questions.
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Alignment with
ARRT and ASRT
curriculum standards
ensures that book content provides
all the key information that students will need in practice.
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Video and Animation icons
alert students to go online to access interactive learning resources
that provide audio and visual explanations of key topics.
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Useful pedagogical features
help students master the material, including
Chapter Objectives,
Key Terms, Chapter Summaries
,
Chapter Review Questions,
and a
Glossary.
ALLIED HEALTH
Imaging Technology
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