Merrill's Atlas of Radiographic Positions and Radiologic Procedures [Hardcover]

Philip W. Ballinger (Author)

Book Description

Publication Date: February 1995 | ISBN-10: 0801679354 | ISBN-13: 978-0801679353 | Edition: 8

This edition contains illustrations, examples and procedures for imaging every part of the body. Special icons designate 176 essential competency positions and projections identified as necessary for entry-level radiographers, and bulleted lists outline the steps for positioning the patient.

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Book Description

Covers preliminary steps in radiography, radiation protection, and terminology, as well as anatomy and positioning --This text refers to an out of print or unavailable edition of this title.

About the Author

Phillip W Ballinger, MS, RT(R), FAERS, Assistant Professor Emeritus, Radiologic Technology Division, School of

Allied Medical Professions, The Ohio State University, Columbus, OH; and Eugene D Frank, MA, RT(R), FASRT, Program Director, Radiography, RI --This text refers to an out of print or unavailable edition of this title.

Product Details

• Hardcover: 1568 pages
• Publisher: Mosby-Year Book; 8 edition (February 1995)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0801679354
• ISBN-13: 978-0801679353
• Product Dimensions: 12.8 x 9.8 x 5 inches
• Shipping Weight: 17 pounds
• Average Customer Review: 4.1 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (14 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #10,623,638 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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8 of 8 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Excellent comprehensive textbook, August 18, 2005

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Michael Briggs "MB" (Miami, FL) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Merrill's Atlas of Radiographic Positions & Radiologic Procedures, 3-Volume Set (Hardcover)

We are a new program and this atlas was recommended to us highly. We have used it for two semesters and it is not only a beautiful book, but one that the students find easy to use. The radiographs and all other illustrations are the best of all the books we reviewed. We especially like the summary tables of projections, the technique charts, and the anatomy summaries. We like to point out to students that they should be familiar with many of the projections in the text that are not essential since they often are ordered by physicians. Volume 3 is superb with specialty chapters. We use this volume instead of purchasing a specials type book. The surgery and geriatrics chapters are especially good for our students. We like the CT and cross-sectional also because our students need to know CT in many of their clinical sites. The accompanying workbook is very well done also. Our students like the pocket guide that is available because it contains a radiograph and a place to write their AEC techniques. We think the atlas is a steal because we can use it for five different courses in our new program. Our only complaint is that the pages are very shiney and reflect light. MB

5 of 5 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Comprehensive Textbook, August 15, 1999

By A Customer

This review is from: Merrill's Atlas of Radiographic Positions and Radiologic Procedures (3 Volume Set) (Hardcover)

It is easy to see why this textbook has made it to its 50th anniversary edition. The authors have introduced all the latest techniques, including computed radiography. The color throughout is wonderful. This is not only a great student textbook, but a great book for reference purposes. We continue to use this book for 5 different courses in our program and we continue to love it. Thanks for the color !

4 of 4 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars IMPRESSIVE!, March 5, 2000

By A Customer

This review is from: Merrill's Atlas of Radiographic Positions and Radiologic Procedures (3 Volume Set) (Hardcover)

We began using this text this fall and have been very impressed with the quality of the anataomy sections and the radiographs are all excellent. The color makes it much easier to learn radiography. It is also very comprehensive. Students can learn many projections and not just the basics. We especially like the Mobile chapter which is very practical and accurate in its approach. The Workbook by Hayes which accompanies the Atlas is also excellent. We can use the 3-volumes for 7 different courses in our school and that makes this text a bargain overall. Our students also began using the accompanying Pocket Guide which they much prefer over the one they were using previously because of the AEC write-in ability. This whole package is excellent for radiography students.