Computed Tomography for Technologists: A Comprehensive Text

Book info: Computed Tomography for Technologists: A Comprehensive Text (Paperback, 440 pages – LWW, 2018) – LWW, 2018. Language: Eng.

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This comprehensive text is designed specifically for CT technologists, providing the essential knowledge and skills needed for real-world clinical practice and effective preparation for the ARRT registry exam. The updated second edition is structured around the four key ARRT content areas: patient care, safety, image production, and procedures, ensuring a focused approach that is easy to grasp. With the inclusion of the latest ARRT and ASRT standards, this edition offers current insights into patient radiation dosing and innovative methods to minimize exposure, such as adaptive statistical iterative reconstruction (ASIR). Additionally, this edition enhances the learning experience with expanded online resources, including audio flashcards and interactive animations. Clinical Application boxes present practical scenarios to reinforce understanding, while in-text aids like key terms and review questions further enhance retention. Readers will also find detailed examples of CT protocols and cross-sectional slices that clarify major anatomical areas, making this text an indispensable resource for aspiring and current CT professionals.