Full Description
Ideally suited for CT courses in radiologic technology programs, or for stand-alone CT programs, this text prepares students both for mastery of the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) General Radiography and Computed Tomography exams. The text also includes features and resources to ease the transition into actual clinical setting. Organized around the three major ARRT content categories, Romans incorporates student-friendly Clinical Application boxes to add real-world relevance. Highlighted key terms, Key Concept boxes, and chapter review questions, suggested reading, and other features help to ensure mastery of the topic.
Contents
Section IBasic Principles of CTData AcquisitionImage ReconstructionImage DisplayMethods of Data AcquisitionImage QualityQuality AssurancePost-Processing TechniquesData ManagementSection II: Patient CarePatient CommunicationPatient PreparationContrast AgentsInjection TechniquesRadiation Dosimetry in CTSection III: Cross Sectional AnatomyNeuroanatomyThoracic AnatomyAbdominopelvic AnatomyMusculoskeletal AnatomySection IV: Imaging Procedures and ProtocolsNeurological Imaging ProceduresThoracic Imaging ProceduresAbdomen and Pelvis Imaging ProceduresMusculoskeletal Imaging ProceduresInterventional CT and CT FluoroscopyPET/CT Fusion Imaging
