Essentials of Radiographic Physics and Imaging

by James Johnston, Terri L. Fauber

Overview

Written by radiographers for radiographers, Essentials of Radiographic Physics and Imaging, 2^nd Edition follows the ASRT recommended curriculum and focuses on what the radiographer needs to understand to safely and competently perform radiographic examinations. This comprehensive radiologic physics and imaging text links the two subjects together so that you understand how they relate to each other — and to clinical practice. Prepare for success on the ARRT exam and the job with just the right amount of information on radiation production and characteristics, imaging equipment, film screen image acquisition and processing, digital image acquisition and display, image analysis, and the basic principles of computed tomography.

• 345 photos and line drawings encourage you to visualize important concepts.
• Strong pedagogy, including chapter objectives, key terms, outlines, bulleted chapter summaries, and specialty boxes, help you organize information and focus on what is most important in each chapter.
• Make the Physics Connection and Make the Imaging Connection boxes link physics and imaging concepts so you fully appreciate the importance of both subjects.
• Educator resources on Evolve, including lesson plans, an image collection, PowerPoint presentations, and a test bank, provide additional resources for instructors to teach the topics presented in the text.
• Theory to Practice boxes succinctly explain the application of concepts and describe how to use the information in clinical practice.
• Critical Concept boxes further explain and emphasize key points in the chapters.
• Math Application boxes use examples to show how mathematical concepts and formulas are applied in the clinical setting.
• An emphasis on the practical information highlights just what you need to know to ace the ARRT exam and become a competent practitioner.
• Numerous critique exercises teach you how to evaluate the quality of radiographic images and determine which factors produce poor images.
• A glossary of key terms serves as a handy reference.

• NEW! Updated content reflects the newest curriculum standards outlined by the ARRT and ASRT, providing you with the information you need to pass the boards.
• NEW! Critical Thinking Questions at the end of every chapter offer opportunity for review and greater challenge.
• NEW! Chapter Review Questions at the end of every chapter allow you to evaluate how well you have mastered the material in each chapter.
• NEW! Increased coverage of radiation protection principles helps you understand the ethical obligations to minimize radiation dosages, shielding, time and distance, how to limit the field of exposure and what that does to minimize dose, and technical factors and how they represent the quantity and quality of radiation.
• NEW! Conversion examples and sample math problems give you the practice needed to understand complex concepts.
• NEW! More images highlighting key concepts help you visualize the material.
• NEW! Expansion of digital image coverage and ample discussion on differentiating between digital and film ensures you are prepared to succeed on your exams.
• NEW! All-new section on manual vs. AEC use in Chapter 13 keeps you in the know.
• NEW and UPDATED! Expanded digital fluoroscopy section, including up-to-date information on LCD and Plasma displays, familiarizes you with the equipment you will encounter.
• NEW! Online chapter quizzes on Evolve feature 5-10 questions each and reinforce key concepts.
• NEW! PowerPoint presentations with new lecture notes on Evolve and in-depth information in the notes section of each slide make presenting quick and easy for instructors.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	2580323069741
Publisher:	Elsevier Health Sciences
Publication date:	04/27/2011
Edition description:	New Edition
Pages:	264
Product dimensions:	8.70(w) x 11.10(h) x 0.60(d)

About the Author

James N. Johnston, PhD, RT(R)(CV) Midwestern State University Bridwell Hall Rm. 210 3410 Taft Blvd. Wichita Falls, TX 76308

Table of Contents

1. Introduction to the Imaging Sciences

Section I: Principles of Radiation Physics

2. Structure of the Atom

3. Electromagnetic and Particulate Radiation

4. The X-ray Circuit

5. The X-Ray Tube

6. X-Ray Production

7. X-Ray Interactions with Matter

Section II: Image Production and Evaluation

8. Image Production

9. Image Characteristics

10. Radiographic Exposure Technique

11. Scatter Control

12. Image Receptors

Section III: Specialized Radiographic Equipment

13. Automatic Exposure Control (AEC)

14. Image Intensified Fluoroscopy

15. Additional Equipment

16. Computed Tomography

Glossary of Key Terms

Editorial Reviews

Reviewer: Ann F Gorman, BS RTR QM(Froedtert Hospital)
Description: This excellent introduction or review of physics presents basic physics principles and connects them to imaging production.
Purpose: The purpose is to relate physics principles and imaging practices so radiography interns can become a competent technologists. The book follows the ASRT curriculum and is a great resource for anyone preparing for ARRT boards.
Audience: The book is written by radiographers for radiographers. They relate the theory to practice in a simple and understandable way.
Features: Beginning with the principles of radiation physics, the book explains the production of x-rays, imaging, radiation safety, digital radiography, fluoroscopy, and CT. My favorite features are the "Make the Image Connection," "Critical Concept," and "Theory to Practice" boxes. They simply explain why concepts are important to know and understand. The artful use of diagrams and pictures illustrates difficult concepts. The book limits its subject to radiographic imaging and production, therefore missing the opportunity to discuss other modalities such as ultrasound and magnetic resonance imaging.
Assessment: I am very impressed with how the book explains the relevance of physics to radiology. I plan on using it as a reference for teaching a radiology quality assurance class. One improvement I would like to see in the next edition is a separate bibliography section.

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