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Radiation protection in medical radiography
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- Book Synopsis
- Master the basic principles and techniques of radiation safety! Radiation Protection in Medical Radiography, 9th Edition makes it easy to understand both basic and complex concepts in radiation protection, radiobiology, and radiation physics. Concise, full-color coverage discusses the safe use of ionizing radiation in all imaging modalities, including the effects of radiation on humans at the cellular and systemic levels, regulatory and advisory limits for exposure to radiation, and the implementation of radiation safety practices for patients and personnel. From a team of authors led by radiologic technology educator Mary Alice Statkiewicz Sherer, this text also prepares you for success on the ARRT certification exam and state licensing exams.Clear and concise writing style covers key concepts in radiation protection, biology, and physics in a building-block approach progressing from basic to more complexConvenient, easy-to-use features make learning easier with chapter outlines and objectives, listing and highlighting of key terms, and bulleted summariesFull-color illustrations and photos depict important concepts, and tables make information easy to referenceTimely coverage of radiation protection regulations addresses radiation awareness and education efforts across the globeChapter summaries and review questions allow you to assess your comprehension and retention of the most important information, with answers on the Evolve companion websiteNEW! Updated content reflects the latest ARRT and ASRT curriculum guidelinesNEW! Updated NCRP and ICRP content includes guidelines, regulations, and radiation quantities and units, explaining the effects of low-level ionizing radiation, demonstrating the link between radiation and cancer and other diseases, and providing the regulatory perspective needed for practice
- About The Author
- Mary Alice Statkiewicz Sherer, Radiography Instructor, High-Tech Institute, Nashville, TN.
- Product Details
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- ISBN
- 9780323825030
- Format
- Paperback
- Publisher
- Mosby, (27 October 2021)
- Number of Pages
- 432
- Weight
- 640 grams
- Language
- English
- Dimensions
- 192 x 237 x 18 mm
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