Pocket Guide to Radiography, 5e [Spiral-bound]

Phillip W. Ballinger (Author), Eugene Frank (Author)

Book Description

Publication Date: February 10, 2003 | ISBN-10: 0323016030 | ISBN-13: 978-0323016032 | Edition: 5

This handy pocket companion concisely presents radiographic essentials in a quick reference format ideal for the clinical setting. Bulleted, step-by-step explanations illustrate how to position the patient for 190 of the most common radiographic projections. Unique to this pocket guide is the inclusion of computed radiography information. The guide leaves space for the user to make notes needed for easy access in the practice setting.

• Each projection is presented on a two-page spread, ideal for quick reference in the clinical setting.
• Information on patient positioning is bulleted for at-a-glance, step-by-step reference.
• Uses an eye-catching icon to remind users of the special positioning needs of computed radiography.
• Includes an exposure technique chart for each projection.
• Allows space for writing in both manual and AEC techniques.
• Illustrates the most common mobile projections.

• Now includes a number of additional mobile projections.
• Presents radiographs for each projection spread.
• Offers information on computed radiography (CR). A special icon alerts users to the special positioning adjustments needed for CR.

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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, Riverland Community College, Austin, MN

Product Details

• Spiral-bound: 448 pages
• Publisher: Mosby; 5 edition (February 10, 2003)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0323016030
• ISBN-13: 978-0323016032
• Product Dimensions: 7.2 x 5 x 0.9 inches
• Shipping Weight: 13.4 ounces
• Average Customer Review: 4.2 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (14 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #657,664 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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14 of 14 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars HANDY REFERENCE, September 11, 1999

By A Customer

This review is from: Pocket Guide to Radiography, 4e (Spiral-bound)

The newest edition of this Pocket Guide is a great improvement over the previous edition. The alert to projections that may need adjustment for computed radiography is a timely addition. The write-in techniques section is excellent, especially for AEC techniques. We also like the added mobile projections although only 10 of the most common are described. This handy fit-in-the pocket guide is wonderful for students to carry around and reference. The discussion is very brief, however the students have already had detailed study from the main Merrill's textbook. No radiographs are included, however, they have already seen these in their main textbook and in lab. The most important addition, a very well done photo of the patient in postion, is all that most students and radiographers refer to once they have mastered the projections. Although a radiograph would be nice, we are glad the authors have not cluttered the pages with unnecessary data and have kept the Guide relatively small. This is by far the best Pocket Guide on the market. Thanks for a very well done and practical Guide for our students.

7 of 7 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Best Pocket Guide On the Market, August 7, 1999

By A Customer

This review is from: Pocket Guide to Radiography (Paperback)

The new 4th edition of this pocket guide to radiography, with new co-author Eugene D Frank, has been greatly improved. It is the smallest and easiest PG to carry around. Our students cannot get along in the department without this. Our staff radiographers also depend on this. A wonderful new feature of this new edition is the ability to enter AEC techniques, something no other PG has. Every possible AEC setting can be entered! There is also a place to enter manual techniques which makes this an all around excellent guide. The very brief statements of how to position along with a well done photo allow users to quickly reference any position. Our radiology residents use this also for quick reference. We really appreciate the new references to mobile views and especially neonatal babies. Without a doubt this is one of the best tools a radiography student has. Most of my students who leave here buy a new one for their new facility. This new PG can also serve as a student competency check off master because space is provide to enter this information. An impressive all around guide.

7 of 7 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars FORGET; JUST HOW TO DO IT???, June 26, 1998

By A Customer

This review is from: Pocket Guide to Radiography (Paperback)

THE QUICKEST AND BEST POOCKET GUIDE TO TAKING THE BASIC RAYS---. DID YOU FORGET HOW TO DO IT. MY STUDENTS LOVE THIS BOOK, MY STAFF LOVE THIS BOOK. ONE PICTURE SAYS A THOUSAND WORDS!!!!