Introduction to Sonography and Patient Care

by Steven M. Penny

Master the sonography content and skills you need to prepare for, and succeed in, your specialized career! Introduction to Sonography and Patient Care, 2nd Edition, provides essential information and real-world applicable content, bridging the gap between didactic and clinical training. An easy-to-understand writing style and logically organized format take you step by step through each aspect of this dynamic, rewarding, and continually evolving imaging specialty. 
 
Features an all-new, full-color format throughout.
Covers new topics such as diversity, learning styles and strength identification, stress management, resume construction and interview tips, and critical thinking skills; and contains more information on emotional intelligence, vascular and echocardiography, musculoskeletal sonography, and the neonatal brain.
Mirrors JRC-DMS standards throughout, includes clinical applications in every chapter, and provides case studies online—all designed to prepare you for the rest of your training program, certification, clinical practice, and beyond. 
Emphasizes the obligation for compassionate patient care as you move toward your goal of becoming a certified professional diagnostic sonographer.
Includes topics often omitted in other texts, such as basic physics principles, instrumentation, knobology, patient positioning, professionalism and work ethic, equipment care, quality assurance, and legal essentials.
Features helpful appendices covering medical terminology, English-to-Spanish phrases, patient care procedures, and more.

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504 pages, Paperback

First published October 1, 2014

About the author

Steven M. Penny, born in New Bern, North Carolina, is the author of eight #1 best-selling medical sonography textbooks. He is also the author of multiple medical journal articles, including many published in the Journal of Diagnostic Medical Sonography and Radiologic Technology. He has published aticles that include topics in neurosonology, pediatric sonography, abdominal imaging, obstetrics, ultrasound education, and patient care. Mr. Penny's books have helped many individuals prepare for the Diagnostic Medical Sonography certification examinations. Steven is currently the Lead Instructor for the Medical Sonography program at Johnston Community College in Smithfield, North Carolina. He now resides in Garner, North Carolina with his wife and two children. Mr. Penny is a registered radiographer (ARRT) and sonographer (ARDMS). His specialties in sonography include Abdomen, Obstetrics and Gynecology, and Pediatrics.