Basic Radiography for X-Ray Operators

This workbook/textbook will prepare students--primarily medical assisting students in post-secondary radiology courses--for state x-ray operator examinations. The text presents the basic information on x-ray equipment, describes in practical terms how radiographic imaging works, provides in-depth coverage of radiographic positioning and quality control testing for equipment, and explains specific laws governing ionizing radiation. The workbook design allows students to take notes and keep the book as a personal professional reference. Material is presented in an easy-to-read outline format, with numerous photographs, drawings, charts, diagrams, and highlighted facts of interest. Each chapter ends with key terms and vocabulary and a chapter quiz.