| ISSN Series: | Radiation Protection in Medical Radiography | | Discipline: | + Allied Health | | Subject Definition: | Radiography-Adverse Effects; Radiation Protection-Methods | | NLM Class: | WN 200 | | LC Class: | RC78.3 | | Abstract: | Master the basic principles and techniques of radiation safety! Radiation Protection in Medical Radiography, 9th Edition makes it easy to understand both basic and complex concepts in radiation protection, radiobiology, and radiation physics. Concise, full-color coverage discusses the safe use of ionizing radiation in all imaging modalities, including the effects of radiation on humans at the cellular and systemic levels, regulatory and advisory limits for exposure to radiation, and the implementation of radiation safety practices for patients and personnel. From a team of authors led by radiologic technology educator Mary Alice Statkiewicz Sherer, this text also prepares you for success on the ARRT certification exam and state licensing exams. ... NEW! Updated content reflects the latest ARRT and ASRT curriculum guidelines. duolamaNEW! Updated NCRP and ICRP content includes guidelines, regulations, and radiation quantities and units, explaining the effects of low-level ionizing radiation, demonstrating the link between radiation and cancer and other diseases, and providing the regulatory perspective needed for practice. |
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