Radiation Protection in Medical Radiography

Radiation Protection in Medical Radiography image
ISBN-10:

0801657504

ISBN-13:

9780801657504

Edition: 2nd
Released: Jan 01, 1993
Publisher: Mosby-Year Book
Format: Paperback, 384 pages
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Description:

This text is designed to instruct the student radiographer on the principles of radiation protection biology and the safe administation of X-rays for diagnostic and therapeutic purposes. It covers the skills necessary to ensure the safety of both patient and equipment administrator. The book can also serve as a reference on the safe use of X-rays and includes a comprehensive overview of the science's history. Some of the new subject matter covered includes: the effect of low-level radiation; patient dose consideration and new imaging techniques for mammography; compensating filters; the use of carbon reduction; additional radiographer protection devices; and the biological effects of radiation from such nuclear accidents as Three Mile Island and Chernobyl.












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