Merrill's Pocket Guide to Radiography by Bruce W. Long, Tammy Curtis and Barbara J. Smith (2015, Spiral)

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PublisherElsevier-Health Sciences Division
ISBN-100323311962
ISBN-139780323311960
eBay Product ID (ePID)202519868

Product Key Features

Number of Pages352 Pages
LanguageEnglish
Publication NameMerrill's Pocket Guide to Radiography
SubjectDiagnostic Imaging / Radiography, Allied Health Services / Imaging Technologies
Publication Year2015
TypeTextbook
AuthorBruce W. Long, Tammy Curtis, Barbara J. Smith
Subject AreaMedical
FormatSpiral

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Item Length7.4 in
Item Width4.3 in

Additional Product Features

Edition Number13
Intended AudienceScholarly & Professional
Dewey Edition23
IllustratedYes
Dewey Decimal616.07572
Table Of Content1. Upper limb 2. Lower limb 3. Vertebral column 4. Thorax 5. Abdomen 6. Cranium 7. Mobile Radiography Appendices SID Conversion Grid Conversion Factors
SynopsisDesigned for quick reference in the clinical environment, Merrill's Pocket Guide to Radiography is a pocket-sized companion to Merrill's Atlas of Radiographic Positioning and Procedures, 13th Edition that summarizes essential information for 170 of the most frequently requested projections radiographers will encounter in clinical practice. This handy reference is tabbed for easy access to information and also includes computed radiography information and diagnostic-quality radiographs for reference with each positioning presentation., Designed for quick reference in the clinical environment, Merrill's Pocket Guide to Radiography is a pocket-sized companion to Merrill's Atlas of Radiographic Positioning and Procedures, 12th Edition . This handy resource summarizes essential information for 170 of the most frequently requested projections you'll encounter. Authors Eugene Frank, Barbara Smith, and Bruce Long concisely present just the information you'll need for quick reference -- keep it with you and keep Merrill's close at hand! Diagnostic-quality radiographs demonstrate the result the radiographer is trying to achieve. Key positioning information is formatted for quick reference to give radiographers easy access to the information. Bulleted step-by-step instructions for positioning the patient and body part facilitate quick and efficient performance of radiographic exams. Section dividers with tabs provide quick access to sections. Two-color format emphasizes the most important information on the page and helps radiographers quickly locate and use the information. Computed radiography information allows radiographers to make the subtle adjustments necessary to obtain optimal results with CR. Exposure technique chart for every projection helps reduce the number of repeat radiographs and improves overall image quality Abbreviations and external landmarks on the inside covers provide quick reference to frequently needed information. Compensating filter information are included for those projections where filters are used. NEW! Updated positioning photos illustrate the current digital imaging equipment and technology. NEW! More digital radiographs provide greater contrast resolution for improved visualization of pertinent anatomy. NEW! Updated kVp values reflect current theory about what is appropriate to use with digital imaging modalities., Designed for quick reference in the clinical environment, Merrill's Pocket Guide to Radiography is a pocket-sized companion to Merrill's Atlas of Radiographic Positioning and Procedures, 13th Edition that summarizes essential information for 170 of the most frequently requested projections radiographers will encounter in clinical practice. This handy reference is tabbed for easy access to information and also includes computed radiography information and diagnostic-quality radiographs for reference with each positioning presentation. Diagnostic-quality radiographs demonstrate the result the radiographer is trying to achieve. Key positioning information is formatted for quick reference to give radiographers easy access to the information. Bulleted step-by-step instructions for positioning the patient and body part facilitate quick and efficient performance of radiographic exams. Section dividers with tabs provide quick access to sections. Two-color format emphasizes the most important information on the page and helps radiographers quickly locate and use the information. Computed radiography information allows radiographers to make the subtle adjustments necessary to obtain optimal results with CR. Exposure technique chart for every projection helps reduce the number of repeat radiographs and improves overall image quality Abbreviations and external landmarks on the inside covers provide quick reference to frequently needed information. Compensating filter information are included for those projections where filters are used. NEW! Updated positioning photos illustrate the current digital imaging equipment and technology. NEW! More digital radiographs provide greater contrast resolution for improved visualization of pertinent anatomy. NEW! Updated kVp values reflect current theory about what is appropriate to use with digital imaging modalities.
LC Classification NumberRC78

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  • Needs a lot of improvement and used are a real gamble!

    Tabs are paper and not laminated or protected for its intended use. Also it’s too big, size does matter, when we’re talking about “pocket” guides.

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  • Excellent information

    This is a perfect reference for all levels of Radiologic Technology! Highly recommended!

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  • informative

    I contains most of the information I was seeking

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