{"product_id":"chesneys-equipment-for-student-radiographers-paperback-softback-9780632027248","title":"Chesneys' Equipment for Student Radiographers (Paperback \/ softback) 9780632027248","description":"\u003cfont face=\"Georgia\"\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cfont size=\"6\"\u003eChesneys' Equipment for Student Radiographers\u003c\/font\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cfont size=\"4\"\u003eP. H. Carter (Edited by), A. M. Paterson (Edited by), M. L. Thornton (Edited by), A. P. Hyatt (Edited by), A. Milne (Edited by), J. R. Pirrie (Edited by)\u003c\/font\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cfont size=\"3\"\u003e9780632027248, Wiley\u003c\/font\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cfont size=\"3\"\u003ePaperback \/ softback, published 11 May 1994\u003c\/font\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cfont size=\"3\"\u003e336 pages\u003cbr\u003e24.4 x 17.3 x 1.8 cm, 0.717 kg\u003c\/font\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cfont size=\"3\"\u003eThe new edition of this established text has been thoroughly revised and updated. It is divided into six parts. The first two parts cover the X-ray tube and X-ray generators. Part three looks at general, multipurpose radiographic equipment. Part four considers fluroscopic equipment, and the remaining two parts provide accounts of more specialized radiographic equipment and computer-based imaging modalities.\u003c\/font\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cfont size=\"3\"\u003ePart 1 The X-Ray Tube - Chapter 1 The X-Ray Tube: X-ray production\u003cbr\u003e Electrical and radiation safety\u003cbr\u003e Focal spot size\u003cbr\u003e The problem of heat\u003cbr\u003e X-ray tube construction and operation\u003cbr\u003e Care of the X-ray tube\u003cbr\u003e Follow-up practical\u003cbr\u003e Part 2 X-Ray Generators - Chapter 2 Control of the X-Ray Tube Kilovoltage: Introduction\u003cbr\u003e Voltage transformation\u003cbr\u003e The high tension primary circuit\u003cbr\u003e The need for rectification\u003cbr\u003e Shortcomings of a pulsating X-ray supply\u003cbr\u003e High tension cables\u003cbr\u003e Kilovoltage compensation\u003cbr\u003e Measuring kilovoltage\u003cbr\u003e Follow-up practical\u003cbr\u003e Chapter 3 Control of X-Ray Tube Current: Introduction\u003cbr\u003e The need for accuracy\u003cbr\u003e Tube filament circuitry\u003cbr\u003e Falling load generators\u003cbr\u003e Tube current measurement and display\u003cbr\u003e Follow-up practical\u003cbr\u003e Chapter 4 Exposure Timing and Switching: Introduction\u003cbr\u003e Exposure switching\u003cbr\u003e Exposure timing\u003cbr\u003e Follow-up practical\u003cbr\u003e Part 3 General, Multipurpose Radiographic Equipment - Chapter 5 Control of Scattered X-Radiation: Introduction\u003cbr\u003e The effects of scattered radiation\u003cbr\u003e Methods of scatter control\u003cbr\u003e Follow-up practical\u003cbr\u003e Chapter 6 Radiographic Couches, Stands and Tube Supports: X-ray tube supports\u003cbr\u003e Radiographic couches\u003cbr\u003e Chest stands and vertical buckys\u003cbr\u003e Modern basic radiographic units\u003cbr\u003e Follow-up practical\u003cbr\u003e Part 4 Fluoroscopic Equipment - Chapter 7 Fluoroscopic Equipment: Introduction\u003cbr\u003e Types of fluoroscopic equipment\u003cbr\u003e Conventional fluoroscopic couches\u003cbr\u003e Mobile and specialized fluoroscopic units\u003cbr\u003e The image intensifier\u003cbr\u003e Television cameras\u003cbr\u003e The television monitor\u003cbr\u003e Image recording\u003cbr\u003e Summary of intensified fluoroscopy\u003cbr\u003e Follow-up clinical\u003cbr\u003e Part 5 Specialised Radiographic Equipment - Chapter 8 Mobile Radiographic Equipment: Introduction\u003cbr\u003e Electrical energy sources\u003cbr\u003e Mains-dependent mobile equipment\u003cbr\u003e Coventional generators\u003cbr\u003e Capacitor discharge equipment\u003cbr\u003e Battery-powered generators\u003cbr\u003e X-ray tubes\u003cbr\u003e Physical features\u003cbr\u003e Follow-up practical\u003cbr\u003e Chapter 9 Accident and Emergency X-Ray Equipment: Introduction\u003cbr\u003e Basic trolley design\u003cbr\u003e Isocentric skull unit with variable height table\u003cbr\u003e Trolley-based system\u003cbr\u003e Trauma resuscitation room\u003cbr\u003e Ancillary equipment\u003cbr\u003e Follow-up practical\u003cbr\u003e Chapter 10 Equipment for Dental Radiography: Intra-oral equipment\u003cbr\u003e Cephalostat (craniostat)\u003cbr\u003e Orthopantomography\u003cbr\u003e Follow-up practical\u003cbr\u003e Chapter 11 Mammographic Equipment: Introduction\u003cbr\u003e Mammographic X-ray tubes\u003cbr\u003e Compression\u003cbr\u003e Exposure timing\u003cbr\u003e Breast support plate\u003cbr\u003e Patient reassurance\u003cbr\u003e Follow-up practical\u003cbr\u003e Chapter 12 Equipment for Conventional Tomography: Introduction\u003cbr\u003e Principle\u003cbr\u003e Main features of tomographic equipment\u003cbr\u003e Types of tomographic equipment\u003cbr\u003e Equipment tests\u003cbr\u003e Follow-up practical\u003cbr\u003e Part 6 Computer-Based Imaging Modalities - Chapter 13 Image Digitization: Introduction\u003cbr\u003e The difference between analogue and digital\u003cbr\u003e The benefits of diagnostic image digitization\u003cbr\u003e Follow-up practical\u003cbr\u003e Chapter 14 Computed Tomography: Introduction\u003cbr\u003e The principle of CT\u003cbr\u003e Equipment for CT\u003cbr\u003e The X-ray generator\u003cbr\u003e The table\u003cbr\u003e The operating\/display console\u003cbr\u003e The computer\u003cbr\u003e Image quality\u003cbr\u003e Use of CT equipment - the operator's judgement\u003cbr\u003e Follow-up practical\u003cbr\u003e Chapter 15 Radionuclide Imaging: Introduction\u003cbr\u003e Types of radioactivity\u003cbr\u003e Choice of radionuclide\u003cbr\u003e Radiation dosimetry\u003cbr\u003e Technetium\u003cbr\u003e 99m\u003cbr\u003e Equipment\u003cbr\u003e The gamma camera\u003cbr\u003e Follow-up clinical\u003cbr\u003e Chapter 16 Equipment for Ultrasound Imaging: Introduction\u003cbr\u003e Basic functions of ultrasound imaging equipment\u003cbr\u003e The nature of ultrasound and its propagation in human tissue\u003cbr\u003e Interactions of ultrasound energy and tissue\u003cbr\u003e Core modules of ultrasound equipment\u003cbr\u003e Modes of ultrasound imaging\u003cbr\u003e Probes, transducers and ultrasound beam shapes\u003cbr\u003e B-mode, real time, grey scale ultrasound imaging systems\u003cbr\u003e Doppler ultrasound\u003cbr\u003e Safety in ultrasound\u003cbr\u003e Care of ultrasound equipment\u003cbr\u003e Conclusion\u003cbr\u003e Bibliography\u003cbr\u003e Chapter 17 Magnetic Resonance Imaging: Introduction\u003cbr\u003e NMR\u003cbr\u003e The NMR signal\u003cbr\u003e The MR image\u003cbr\u003e MR scanners\u003cbr\u003e Control of the imaging process\u003cbr\u003e The MR system\u003cbr\u003e Safety considerations\u003cbr\u003e The NMR equation\u003cbr\u003e Follow-up practical\u003cbr\u003e Index\u003c\/font\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cfont size=\"3\"\u003eSubject Areas: Medicine: general issues [\u003ca title=\"See our other books on Medicine: general issues\" href=\"https:\/\/freshlyprintedbooks.co.uk\/search?q=%22Medicine:%20general%20issues%20%5BMB%5D%22\"\u003eMB\u003c\/a\u003e]\u003c\/font\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\r\n\u003c\/font\u003e","brand":"Wiley-Blackwell","offers":[{"title":"Brand New","offer_id":52509194682648,"sku":"9780632027248","price":39.49,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0730\/2037\/5320\/files\/9780632027248.jpg?v=1786497198","url":"https:\/\/freshlyprintedbooks.co.uk\/products\/chesneys-equipment-for-student-radiographers-paperback-softback-9780632027248","provider":"Freshly Printed Books","version":"1.0","type":"link"}