Torres' Patient Care in Imaging Technology

Intro; Title Page; Copyright Page; Dedication; Reviewers; Preface; Acknowledgments; Brief Contents; Contents; PART I: Introduction to Imaging Technology and Patient Care; Chapter 1: Introduction to Radiography, Safety, and Student Success; Objectives; Key Terms; In the Beginning; A New Kind of Ray; Early Uses; Advances; Early Effects of Radiation; Genetic and Somatic Effects of Radiation; Radiation Protection; Occupational Protection; Patient Protection; Introduction to General Radiographic Positioning Terminology; Foundations for Student Learning Achievement

Educational and Emotional PreparednessPhysical Wellness and Financial Preparedness; How Does the Successful Student Prepare to Begin a Program?; Learning Styles; Managing Stress; Time Management; Study Tips Best Practices; Chapter 1 Review Questions; Chapter 2: Professional Issues; Objectives; Key Terms; Criteria for a Profession; Practice Standards and Professional Growth in Radiography; Professional Organizations in Radiologic Technology; The Health Care Team; Professional Ethics; Ethical Philosophies; Ethical Principles; Ethical Issues in Radiography; Legal Issues in Imaging Technology

Patient RightsPatient Responsibilities; Legal Concerns; Use of Immobilization; Incident or Unusual Occurrence Reports; Patient Safety Reporting; Consent; Malpractice Insurance; Medical Records and Documentation; Confidentiality, Privacy, the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act in Radiologic Technology; Health Care Delivery; Chapter 2 Review Questions; Chapter 3: Patient Assessment and Communication; Objectives; Key Terms; Health-Illness Continuum; Critical Thinking; Modes of Thinking; Problem-Solving and Patient Assessment; Data Collection; Data Analysis

Planning and ImplementationEvaluation; Cultural Diversity in Patient Care; Cultural Competence; Patient Expectations; Legal Issues; Communication; Self-Concept and Self-Esteem; Modes of Communication; Nonverbal Communication; Cultural Diversity in Communication; Gender Factors; Other Factors That Affect Communication; Feedback; Developing Harmonious Working Relationships; Blocks to Therapeutic Communication; Obtaining a Patient History; Patient Education; Establishing a Plan for Patient Teaching; Loss and Grief; Patient Rights Related to End-of-Life Issues; Chapter 3 Review Questions

Chapter 4: Patient Care and SafetyObjectives; Key Terms; Care of Patient's Belongings; Body Mechanics; Moving and Transferring Patients; Assessing the Patient's Mobility; Methods of Moving Patients; Use of Immobilizers; Positioning the Patient for Diagnostic Imaging Examinations; Assisting the Patient to Dress and Undress; The Disabled Patient; The Patient with an IV Infusion; Skin Care; Preventing Decubitus Ulcers; Cast Care and Traction; Departmental Safety; Fire Safety; Prevention of Falls; Poisoning and Disposition of Hazardous Waste Materials; Radiation Safety; Chapter 4 Review Questions

Chapter 5: Infection Control

Includes bibliographies and index.

Produced by the publisher.

Held by CAPER-BC, Langara College.

Torres' Patient Care in Imaging Technology, 9th Edition helps students develop the knowledge and skills they need to become safe, perceptive, and efficient radiologic technologists. The book offers a strong illustration program and a logical organization that emphasizes the connections between classroom learning and clinical practice. Fully aligned with the latest ARRT and ASRT standards, this edition covers current trends and advances in the field and offers an unparalleled array of online teaching and learning resources.

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