Radiography Essentials for Limited Practice - Pageburst E-Book on VitalSource (Retail Access Card), 4e

Master the essentials of basic radiographic procedures and understand your role as a limited practitioner. Radiography Essentials for Limited Practice, Third Edition, covers all the content areas mandated by the American Society of Radiologic Technologists (ASRT) curriculum, including x-ray technology and techniques, anatomy, pathology and positioning, radiation safety, patient care, and other clinical skills you may be required to perform. This easy-to-read text will help you prepare for the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) Limited Scope Exam and build a foundation for success in clinical practice.

• Concise coverage of all content mandated by the ASRT Core Curriculum for Limited X-ray Machine Operators and the ARRT Limited Scope Exam
• Step-by-step, easy-to-understand instructions for positioning the patient
• More than 1,000 anatomy illustrations, positioning photos, and x-rays
• Newest information from the ASRT on limited radiography terminology and each state's requirements for licensure
• Standardized anatomy and positioning terminology
• Simplified physics and math concepts
• Learning objectives, key terms, glossary, and summaries in each chapter
• Workbook with exercises to review and reinforce your knowledge (available separately)

• Bone densitometry chapter provides all the information you need to perform bone densitometry exams.
• New and updated content on digital imaging, the most common podiatric positioning, cultural issues, confidentiality of health records, electronic medical records, and nosocomial infections