Reinforce your understanding of diagnostic imaging and sharpen your radiographic skills! Corresponding to the chapters in Bushong’s Radiologic Science for Technologists, 13th Edition, this workbook helps you review key concepts and gain the technical knowledge needed to become an informed and confident radiographer. More than 100 worksheets include engaging exercises that enable you to assess your comprehension and apply your knowledge to imaging practice.
Key Features
- NEW! Streamlined physics and math sections focus on the content you need to know to prepare for the ARRT exam, while also providing the background you need to perform well in the clinical environment
- NEW! Chapters on artificial intelligence and quantum computing help you stay abreast of key technological changes.
- UPDATED! Content reflects the latest ARRT® guidelines, including the most recent shielding guidelines
- Comprehensive coverage of textbook content provides important review and application materials for all key topics
- More than 100 worksheets — each covering a specific topic and numbered according to textbook chapter — feature descriptive titles that make it easy to review textbook topics
- Penguins offer concise summaries of textbook information that is relevant to the exercise questions, making it easier than ever for you to review major textbook concepts
Author Information
By Stewart C. Bushong, ScD, FAAPM, FACR, Professor of Radiologic Science, Baylor College of Medicine, Houston, TX, USA
PART I: RADIOLOGIC PHYSICS
Chapter 1: Essential Concepts of Radiologic Science
- Worksheet 1-1: Nature of Our Surroundings Matter and Energy Sources of Ionizing Radiation
- Worksheet 1-2: Discovery of X-Rays Development of Medical Imaging
- Worksheet 1-3: Reports of Radiation Injury Basic Radiation Protection The Medical Imaging Team
- Worksheet 1-4: Numeric Prefixes
- Worksheet 1-5: Radiologic Units
Chapter 2: Basic Physics Primer
- Worksheet 2-1: Standard Units of Measurement
- Worksheet 2-2: Newton’s Laws
- Worksheet 2-3: Mechanics
Chapter 3: The Structure of Matter
- Worksheet 3-1: Centuries of Discovery
- Worksheet 3-2: Fundamental Particles Atomic Structure
- Worksheet 3-3: Atomic Nomenclature Combinations of Atoms
- Worksheet 3-4: Radioactivity
- Worksheet 3-5: Types of Ionizing Radiation
Chapter 4: Electromagnetic Energy
- Worksheet 4-1: Photons
- Worksheet 4-2: Electromagnetic Spectrum
- Worksheet 4-3: Wave-Particle Duality
- Worksheet 4-4: Inverse Square Law
- Worksheet 4-5: X-Ray Photons
- Worksheet 4-6: Matter and Energy
Chapter 5: Electricity, Magnetism, and Electromagnetism
- Worksheet 5-1: Electrostatics
- Worksheet 5-2: Electrodynamics
- Worksheet 5-3: Alternating and Direct Currents
- Worksheet 5-4: Magnetism
- Worksheet 5-5: Electromagnetic Effect Electromagnetic Induction
- Worksheet 5-6: Electromagnetic Devices
- Worksheet 5-7: The Transformer
PART II: X-RADIATION
Chapter 6: The X-Ray Imaging System
- Worksheet 6-1: Operating Console Control of Kilovolt Peak (kVp)
- Worksheet 6-2: Operating Console Control of Milliamperage (mA)
- Worksheet 6-3: Operating Console Exposure Timers
- Worksheet 6-4: High-Voltage Generator High-Voltage Generation
- Worksheet 6-5: High-Voltage Generator Rectification
Chapter 7: The X-Ray Tube
- Worksheet 7-1: Internal Components The X-Ray Tube Cathode
- Worksheet 7-2: Internal Components The X-Ray Tube Anode
- Worksheet 7-3: X-Ray Tube Failure X-Ray Tube Rating Charts
Chapter 8: X-Ray Production
- Worksheet 8-1: Electron-Target Interactions Characteristic Radiation
- Worksheet 8-2: Electron-Target Interactions Bremsstrahlung Radiation
- Worksheet 8-3: X-Ray Emission Spectrum
- Worksheet 8-4: X-Ray Emission Spectrum Minimum Wavelength
- Worksheet 8-5: X-Ray Emission Spectrum Factors That Affect the X-Ray Emission Spectrum
Chapter 9: X-Ray Emission
- Worksheet 9-1: X-Ray Emission X-Ray Quantity
- Worksheet 9-2: X-Ray Emission X-Ray Quality
- Worksheet 9-3: X-Ray Emission Half-Value Layer
- Worksheet 9-4: X-Ray Emission Filtration
Chapter 10: X-Ray Interaction With Matter
- Worksheet 10-1: X-Ray Interaction With Matter Compton Effect
- Worksheet 10-2: X-Ray Interaction With Matter Photoelectric Effect
- Worksheet 10-3: X-Ray Interaction With Matter Differential Absorption/Atomic Number
- Worksheet 10-4: X-Ray Interaction With Matter Differential Absorption/Mass Density
PART III: X-RAY IMAGING
Chapter 11: Computed Radiography
- Worksheet 11-1: Computed Radiography Image Receptor
- Worksheet 11-2: Computed Radiography Reader
Chapter 12: Digital Radiography
- Worksheet 12-1: Direct Radiography
Chapter 13: Digital Radiographic Technique
- Worksheet 13-1: Spatial Resolution
- Worksheet 13-2: Contrast Resolution Contrast Detail
Chapter 14: Image Acquisition
- Worksheet 14-1: Exposure Time
- Worksheet 14-2: Adjusting for Change in Distance
- Worksheet 14-3: Characteristics of the Imaging System
- Worksheet 14-4: Magnification Radiography
Chapter 15: Scatter Radiation
- Worksheet 15-1: Production of Scatter Radiation
- Worksheet 15-2: Control of Scatter Radiation
- Worksheet 15-3: Radiographic Grids
- Worksheet 15-4: Measuring Grid Performance
- Worksheet 15-5: Types of Grids Use of Grids Grid Selection
Chapter 16: Digital Image Descriptors and Evaluation
- Worksheet 16-1: Image Descriptors
- Worksheet 16-2: Image Quality Tools
Chapter 17: Radiographic Artifacts
- Worksheet 17-1: Digital Radiographic Artifacts
PART IV: ADVANCED MEDICAL IMAGING
Chapter 18: Mammography
- Worksheet 18-1: Mammography
- Worksheet 18-2: Quality Control Team Quality Control Program
Chapter 19: Fluoroscopy
- Worksheet 19-1: Image Intensification
- Worksheet 19-2: Image Monitoring
- Worksheet 19-3: Digital Fluoroscopy
Chapter 20: Interventional Radiology
- Worksheet 20-1: Types of Procedures Basic Principles IR Suite
Chapter 21: Computed Tomography
- Worksheet 21-1: Principles of Operation of CT
- Worksheet 21-2: CT Image Characteristics Image Quality Quality Control
- Worksheet 21-3: Operational CT Modes
Chapter 22: Tomosynthesis
- Worksheet 22-1: Digital Radiographic Tomosynthesis
- Worksheet 22-2: Conventional Tomography
PART V: MEDICAL IMAGE DISPLAY
Chapter 23: Patient-Image Optimization
- Worksheet 23-1: Patient Factors
- Worksheet 23-2: Image Quality Factors
- Worksheet 23-3: Distortion
- Worksheet 23-4: Improving Radiographic Quality
Chapter 24: Viewing the Medical Image
- Worksheet 24-1: Photometric Quantities
Chapter 25: Medical Image Informatics
- Worksheet 25-1: Electronic Programs
Chapter 26: Digital Display Device
- Worksheet 26-1: Digital Display Device Performance Assessment
- Worksheet 26-2: Digital Display Quality Control
PART VI: THE MEDICAL IMAGE
Chapter 27: Imaging Science
- Worksheet 27-1: Computer Applications
- Worksheet 27-2: Computer Applications within Radiology
Chapter 28: Artificial Intelligence
- Worksheet 28-1: Artificial Intelligence
Chapter 29: Quantum Computing
- Worksheet 29-1: Evolution from Classical Physics to Quantum Mechanics
Chapter 30: Image Perception
- Worksheet 30-1: Digital Image Perception
- Worksheet 30-2: Receiver Operating Characteristics Curves
PART VII: RADIOBIOLOGY
Chapter 31: Human Biology
- Worksheet 31-1: Human Radiation Response Composition of the Body
- Worksheet 31-2: Cell Theory
- Worksheet 31-3: Human Cells Tissues and Organs
Chapter 32: Fundamental Principles of Radiobiology
- Worksheet 32-1: Law of Bergonié and Tribondeau Physical Factors That Affect Radiosensitivity
- Worksheet 32-2: Biologic Factors That Affect Radiosensitivity Radiation Dose-Response Relationships
Chapter 33: Molecular Radiobiology
- Worksheet 33-1: Molecular Radiobiology
Chapter 34: Cellular Radiobiology
- Worksheet 34-1: Cellular Radiobiology
Chapter 35: Deterministic Effects of Radiation
- Worksheet 35-1: Acute Radiation Lethality Local Tissue Damage
- Worksheet 35-2: Hematologic Effects Cytogenetic Effects
Chapter 36: Stochastic Effects of Radiation
- Worksheet 36-1: Local Tissue Effects Life Span Shortening Risk Estimates
- Worksheet 36-2: Radiation-Induced Malignancy Total Risk of Malignancy Radiation and Pregnancy
PART VIII: RADIATION PROTECTION
Chapter 37: Health Physics
- Worksheet 37-1: Cardinal Principles of Radiation Protection Dose Limits
Chapter 38: Designing for Radiation Protection
- Worksheet 38-1: Design of X-Ray Apparatus Design of Protective Barriers
- Worksheet 38-2: Radiation Detection and Measurement
Chapter 39: Radiography/Fluoroscopy Patient Radiation Dose
- Worksheet 39-1: Patient Radiation Dose Reduction of Unnecessary Patient Dose
Chapter 40: Computed Tomography Patient Radiation Dose
- Worksheet 40-1: CT Patient Radiation Dose
Chapter 41: Patient Radiation Dose Management
- Worksheet 41-1: Patient Radiation Dose Management
Chapter 42: Occupational Radiation Dose Management
- Worksheet 42-1: Occupational Radiation Dose Management
