Description
Reinforce your understanding of radiation therapy and prepare for the Registry exam! Mosby's Radiation Therapy Study Guide and Exam Review, Second Edition, is both a study companion for Washington and Leaver's Principles and Practice of Radiation Therapy and a superior review for the ARRT Radiation Therapy Certification Exam. This completely updated edition reflects the latest exam specifications and features an easy-to-read format that presents information in concise bullets and tables. More than 2,000 total multiple-choice questions in Registry format provide a realistic testing experience to prepare you for the real exam.- NEW! Quality control procedures and guidelines for linear accelerators- NEW! Fractionation and protraction considerations- UPDATED! Content reflects the latest ARRT Radiation Therapy Certification Exam Specifications- UPDATED! Radiation Protection and Safety and Overview of Cancer, Imaging and Management Modalities chapters offer the most current information in these key areas- EXPANDED! Charge-capture and record keeping content enhances the Oncology Patient Care chapter- EXPANDED! Additional cross-sectional images provide anatomy review and reinforce treatment planning concepts- More than 2,000 multiple-choice questions in Registry format in the text and on the companion Evolve website provide a realistic exam experience- Complete coverage helps you prepare for the ARRT Radiation Therapy Certification Exam- Content review in outline and tabular format provides a concise recap of the material you need to know to succeed on the exam- Exercises at the end of each section offer engaging, active review opportunities
Table of Contents
1. Overview of Cancer, Imaging & Management Modalities2. Radiation Therapy Physics3. Radiation Biology4. Radiation Protection and Safety5. Radiation Therapy Equipment and Quality Assurance6. Treatment Planning7. Oncology Patient Care8. Clinical Applications in Radiation Therapy
