{"product_id":"rad-techs-guide-to-equipment-operation-and-maintenance-paperback-softback-9780865424821","title":"Rad Tech's Guide to Equipment Operation and Maintenance (Paperback \/ softback) 9780865424821","description":"\u003cfont face=\"Georgia\"\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cfont size=\"6\"\u003eRad Tech's Guide to Equipment Operation and Maintenance\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\"\u003eEuclid Seeram (Author)\u003c\/font\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cfont size=\"3\"\u003e9780865424821, Wiley\u003c\/font\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cfont size=\"3\"\u003ePaperback \/ softback, published 11 May 2001\u003c\/font\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cfont size=\"3\"\u003e168 pages\u003cbr\u003e20.4 x 11.4 x 1.1 cm, 0.17 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\"\u003eTo meet the demands of practicing radiologic \u003cb\u003etechnologist and students in training,\u003c\/b\u003e Blackwell introduces the latest volume of the \u003cb\u003eRad Tech's Guide Series\u003c\/b\u003e. \u003ci\u003eRad Tech's Guide to Equipment Operation and Maintenance\u003c\/i\u003e promises a clinically-relevant introductory review of radiographic imaging systems. This condensed handbook is both a concise review for board preparation exams, as well as handy reference guide for the busy rad tech. \u003cp\u003eThis on the spot reference features:\u003cbr\u003e *Content based on material found on the AART Entry to Practice Exam\u003cbr\u003e *Easy to read text for quick referencing and smooth navigation\u003cbr\u003e *Presents the most current and informative material on the technical aspects of radiographic equipment and total quality management\u003cbr\u003e *Pocket size -- take it anywhere!\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/font\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cfont size=\"3\"\u003e1. X-Ray Imaging Systems for Diagnostic Radiology.\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eImaging Systems Overview.\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eMain Components of an Imaging System.\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eQuality Management: An Overview.\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eNature of Quality Control.\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e2. Radiographic Imaging Systems.\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eMajor components of a Radiographic Imaging System.\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eImage Receptor: Film-Based Radiography.\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eFilm Processing.\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eRadiographic Image Quality.\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e3. X-Ray Generators.\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003ePurpose of the X-Ray Generator.\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eX-Ray Generator Circuit.\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eRectifiers and Rectification.\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eTypes of X-Ray Generators.\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003ePower Rating of an X-Ray Generator.\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e4. X-Ray Tubes for Diagnostic Radiology.\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eProduction of X-Rays.\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eComponents of X-Ray Tubes.\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eMetal-Ceramic Tube with Double Bearings.\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eX-Ray Tube Heat Capacity.\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003ePreventing X-Ray Tube Failure: Practical Considerations.\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e5. Filtering the X-Ray Beam.\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eWhat is a Filter?.\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eTypes of Filtration.\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eEffects of Filtration on X-Ray Tube Output.\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eHeavy Metal Filters.\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eCompensating Filters.\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eImage Dose Dodging.\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e6. Exposure Timers for Radiographic Systems.\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eLocation of the Timer Circuitry.\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eMain Function of the Timer.\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eTypes of Exposure Timers.\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eAutomatic Exposure Control.\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003ePractical Considerations.\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eAdvantages of Automatic Exposure Control.\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eQuality Control for Exposure Timers.\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eExposure Time and Radiation Protection.\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch7\u003e7. Equipment for Controlling Scattered Radiation\u003c\/h7\u003e.\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eOrigin of Scattered Radiation.\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eFactors Affecting the Amount of Scatter Production.\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eSources of Scattered Radiation.\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eImproving Contrast: Antiscatter Techniques.\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eAntiscatter Grids: Design and Performance.\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eScanning Slit Assemblies.\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch8\u003e8. Fluoroscopic Imaging Systems\u003c\/h8\u003e.\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eElements of a Fluoroscopic Examination.\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eConventional Fluoroscopy: Equipment Components.\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eX-Ray Image Intensifier Tube.\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eClosed-Circuit X-Ray Television.\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eAutomatic Brightness Control.\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eRecording the Fluoroscopic Image: Spot-Filming.\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eDigital Fluoroscopy.\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch9\u003e9. Mobile Imaging Systems\u003c\/h9\u003e.\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eRadiographic Systems.\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eAccessory Equipment.\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eFluoroscopic Systems.\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eMini C-Arm Fluoroscopic Systems.\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eEquipment Maintenance: Continuous Quality Improvement.\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eDefinitions.\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eFormat of a QC Test.\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eTools for QC Testing.\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eParameters for QC Monitoring.\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eAcceptance Criteria-Tolerance Limits.\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eControl Charts.\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eBasic QC Tests for Radiography.\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eBasic QC Tests for Conventional Tomography.\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eBasic QC Tests for Fluoroscopic Systems.\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eQC for X-Ray Film Processors.\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eRepeat Film Analysis.\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eRecord Keeping.\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eBenefits of a CQI Program\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":52410725302552,"sku":"9780865424821","price":38.37,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0730\/2037\/5320\/files\/9780865424821.jpg?v=1784250209","url":"https:\/\/freshlyprintedbooks.co.uk\/products\/rad-techs-guide-to-equipment-operation-and-maintenance-paperback-softback-9780865424821","provider":"Freshly Printed Books","version":"1.0","type":"link"}