Radiologic Science for Technologists: Physics, Biology, and Protection

by Stewart C. Bushong

Develop the skills and knowledge to make informed decisions regarding technical factors and diagnostic imaging quality with the vibrantly illustrated Radiologic Science for Technologists, 10th Edition. Updated with the latest advances in the field, this full-color and highly detailed edition addresses a broad range of radiologic disciplines and provides a strong foundation in the study and practice of radiologic physics, imaging, radiobiology, radiation protection, and more. Unique learning tools strengthen your understanding of key concepts and prepare you for success on the ARRT certification exam and in clinical practice.

Broad coverage of radiologic science topics — including radiologic physics, imaging, radiobiology, radiation protection, and more — allows you to use the text over several semesters.

Highlighted math formulas call attention to mathematical information for special focus.

Important Concept boxes recap the most important chapter information.

Colored page tabs for formulas, conversion tables, abbreviations, and other data provide easy access to frequently used information.

End-of-chapter questions include definition exercises, short answer, and calculations to help you review material.

Key terms and expanded glossary enable you to easily reference and study content. Chapter introductions, summaries, objectives, and outlines help you organize and pinpoint the most important information. NEW! Chapters on digital radiographic technique and digital image display prepare you to use today’s technology. NEW! Streamlined physics and math sections ensure you are prepared to take the ARRT exam and succeed in the clinical setting.

672 pages, Kindle Edition

First published January 1, 1975

Reviews

[Edzel Mendoza]

how can i read this book online and free

[Jem · Rating 5 out of 5]

Interesting

[Mark · Rating 4 out of 5]

Very clearly written in an organized fashion, laying out in a structured manner the principles of X-Ray machines. Unfortunately, the book has out of date material, basically all film processes can be discarded, and things need to be rewritten for the digital era and modern digital workflows. Leaving the film material in only serves to confuse the reader as out of date methods are irrelevant. Also very weak is the section on digital detectors, even though certainly sufficient time has passed that there should be readily available conclusions for new strategies of employing them.

It would have been better to include a short chapter on workflows and overall equipment and technique considerations in one location and not interspersed through the text, and some additional information on digital pre-processing and post-processing would be most welcome. Also, the section on generators and AEC is lacking as well, as it seems modern day Radiology equipment has automated and computerized so much that capturing the image almost seems as straightforward and easy as taking pictures with a cell phone..... also the new software virtual grids and their utility in replacing traditional grids could be added.

However, for basic principles of X-ray operation, I haven't found a more lucid text.

[Maryjean Lacbungan · Rating 5 out of 5]

nice

[Leonard Mwamba]

Send the first emth edition

[E V · Rating 5 out of 5]

Had me on the edge of my seat. Absolute page turner.

[Maryorie Mansilla · Rating 5 out of 5]

Muy educativo, esencial para el radiodiagnostico.

Buena información sobre la física de los rayos x, del equipo y de la radio protección. Excelente para radiografías pero me hubiese gustado más información sobre tomografía computada. Material esencial para cualquier trabajador del área del radiodiagnostico. Bushong siempre es Recomendado.

[Nikka]

ok

[Hannah · Rating 4 out of 5]

Simple explanations and clear diagrams, this book was a valuable resource for multiple units this semester!

[Miller · Rating 5 out of 5]

Adeus it

[Nhat · Rating 5 out of 5]

happy

[Rendel Enderez]

health care setting