Merrill's Pocket Guide to Radiography

by Rollins, Jeannean Hall
ISBN: 9780443116933
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Overview

This handy guide puts frequently requested radiographic projections at your fingertips! Merrill's Pocket Guide to Radiography, 16th Edition summarizes essential information for more than 150 radiography projections in a spiral-bound format designed for quick reference in the clinical environment. Clear instructions explain how to position patients and body parts, and an optimal radiograph is included for each projection. A portable, easy-to-carry companion to the three-volume Merrill's Atlas, this book provides guidelines for everything from perfect positioning to perfect exposures.
  • NEW! Appendix for working with obese patients provides guidance on modified positioning and imaging techniques.
  • NEW! Updated images enhance coverage of the chest, abdomen, pelvis and hip, bony thorax, upper extremity, and lower extremity.
  • NEW! Updated exposure technique charts offer current information for obtaining high-quality images.
  • Bulleted, step-by-step instructions show how to position the patient and body part for frequently requested radiography projections.
  • Exposure technique chart for every projection helps reduce the need for repeat radiographs and improves overall image quality.
  • Abbreviations and external landmarks are listed inside the front and back covers for quick reference.
  • Diagnostic-quality radiograph for each projection demonstrates the result the radiographer is trying to achieve.
  • More than 150 projections are each presented in a two-page spread, and include information on patient position, part position, respiration, central ray angulation, collimation, KVp values, and a photograph of a properly positioned patient.
  • Section dividers with tabs make it easier to find the beginning of each section.
  • Format: TradePaperback
  • Author: Rollins, Jeannean Hall
  • ISBN: 9780443116933
  • Condition: Used
  • Dimensions: 6.97
  • Number Of Pages: 368
  • Publication Year: 2025
Language: English