Description
Reinforce your understanding of radiation physics and radiation protection with this practical workbook! Corresponding to the chapters in Statkiewicz Sherer's Radiation Protection in Medical Radiography, 9th Edition, this study tool provides a clear, comprehensive review of all the material included in the textbook. Practical exercises help you apply your knowledge to the practice setting. With review questions reflecting ARRT and ASRT content outlines, this workbook helps you prepare for success on the ARRT certification examination.- Comprehensive review includes coverage of all the material included in the text, including x-radiation interaction, radiation quantities, cell biology, radiation biology, radiation effects, dose limits, patient and personnel protection, and radiation monitoring- Chapter highlights call out the most important information with an introductory paragraph and a bulleted summary- Engaging variety of question formats includes multiple choice, matching, short answer, fill-in-the-blank, true/false, labeling, and crossword puzzles- Calculation exercises offer practice in applying the formulas and equations introduced in the text- Answers are provided in the back of the book- NEW! Updated content reflects the latest ARRT and ASRT curriculum guidelines
Table of Contents
1. Introduction to Radiation Protection2. Radiation: Types, Sources, and Doses Received3. Interaction of X-Radiation with Matter4. Radiation Quantities and Units5. Radiation Monitoring6. Overview of Cell Biology7. Molecular and Cellular Radiation Biology8. Early Tissue Reactions and Their Effects on Organ Systems9. Stochastic Effects and Late Tissue Reactions of Radiation in Organ Systems10. Dose Limits for Exposure to Ionizing Radiation11. Equipment Design for Radiation Protection12. Management of Patient Radiation Dose During Diagnostic X-Ray Procedures13. Radiation Safety in Computed Tomography and Mammography14. Management of Imaging Personnel Radiation Dose During Diagnostic X-Ray Procedures15. Radioisotopes and Radiation ProtectionAppendices1. Relationships between Systems of Units2. Standard Designations for Metric System Lengths, Electron Volt Energy Levels, and Frequency Spectrum Ranges3. Periodic Table of Elements4. Chance of a 50-KeV Photon Interacting with Atoms of Tissue as it Travels through 5 cm of Soft Tissue5. Relationship among Protons, Electromagnetic Waves, Wavelengths and Energy6. Compton Interaction7. Electron Shell Structure8. Revision of 10 CFR Part 359. Consumer-Patient Radiation Health and Safety Act of 1981
