Main description:

Reinforce your understanding of radiation physics and radiation protection with this practical workbook! Corresponding to the chapters in Statkiewicz Sherer's Radiation Protection in Medical Radiography, 9th Edition, this study tool provides a clear, comprehensive review of all the material included in the textbook. Practical exercises help you apply your knowledge to the practice setting. With review questions reflecting ARRT and ASRT content outlines, this workbook helps you prepare for success on the ARRT certification examination.

Comprehensive review includes coverage of all the material included in the text, including x-radiation interaction, radiation quantities, cell biology, radiation biology, radiation effects, dose limits, patient and personnel protection, and radiation monitoring.
Chapter highlights call out the most important information with an introductory paragraph and a bulleted summary.
Engaging variety of question formats includes multiple choice, matching, short answer, fill-in-the-blank, true/false, labeling, and crossword puzzles.
Calculation exercises offer practice in applying the formulas and equations introduced in the text.
Answers are provided in the back of the book.

NEW! Updated content reflects the latest ARRT and ASRT curriculum guidelines.

Contents:

Introduction to Radiation Protection
Interaction of X-Radiation with Matter
Radiation Quantities and Units
Radiation Monitoring
Overview of Cell Biology
Molecular and Cellular Radiation Biology
Early Radiation Effects on Organ Systems
Late Radiation Effects on Organ Systems
Dose Limits for Exposure to Ionizing Radiation
Management of Patient Radiation Dose during Diagnostic X-Ray Procedures
Management of Imaging Personnel Radiation Dose during Diagnostic X-Ray Procedures
Radioisotopes and Radiation Protection

Appendices

Relationships between Systems of Units
Standard Designations for Metric System Lengths, Electron Volt Energy Levels, and Frequency Spectrum Ranges
Periodic Table of Elements
Chance of a 50-KeV Photon Interacting with Atoms of Tissue as it Travels through 5 cm of Soft Tissue
Relationship among Protons, Electromagnetic Waves, Wavelengths and Energy
Compton Interaction
Electron Shell Structure
Revision of 10 CFR Part 35
Consumer-Patient Radiation Health and Safety Act of 1981