Radiography of Children

Covers the different skills needed to x-ray children successfully - radiographic positioning, choice and number of views, patient communication with child and parents, achieving patient co-operation, and immobilization. This title also includes discussions on IRMER, and advice on setting up a pediatric x-ray room in a general department.

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"Radiography of Children" covers the different skills needed to x-ray children successfully - radiographic positioning, choice and number of views, patient communication with child and parents, achieving patient co-operation, and immobilization. It provides a solid introduction to radiography, based on knowledge of child development/ psychology, pediatric pathology, and the emotional needs of the child and parents. It discusses IRMER, the Children Act, and advice on setting up a pediatric x-ray room in a general department.