Pocketbook of Radiographic Positioning |
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| Author:
| Sutherland, Ruth
Bown, Gary |
| ISBN: | 978-0-443-07210-9 |
| Publication Date: | Feb 2003 |
| Publisher: | Elsevier Health Sciences
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| Book Format: | Book |
| List Price: | AUD $70.00 |
Book Description:
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This pocketbook is a practical guide to the wide variety of radiographic projections that are commonly encountered in a clinical environment. It provides clear and concise advice on how to approach radiographic positioning and technique, both efficiently and effectively. Particular emphasis is placed on the importance of achieving the best possible image with the minimum exposure. The routine examinations are dealt with by region in a systematic way and have the same easy-to-use format...
More DescriptionThis pocketbook is a practical guide to the wide variety of radiographic projections that are commonly encountered in a clinical environment. It provides clear and concise advice on how to approach radiographic positioning and technique, both efficiently and effectively. Particular emphasis is placed on the importance of achieving the best possible image with the minimum exposure. The routine examinations are dealt with by region in a systematic way and have the same easy-to-use format throughout. For each projection, there is a patient position photograph and an accompanying radiograph to ensure that the required result of the examination has been achieved.
- New size and layout to assist easy reference
- Includes over 200 quality photographs and radiographs
- Gives simple hints to aid positioning
- Highlights common errors to be avoided, both in the examination and radiological assessments
- Indicates susceptible areas of trauma or pathology