Torres' Patient Care in Imaging Technology

The 10th edition of Torres Patient Care in Imaging Technology is fully aligned with the latest ARRT and ASRT standards and is designed to help students develop the knowledge and skills they need to become safe, perceptive, and efficient radiologic technologists. It features a strong illustration program, a logical organization, and an unparalleled array of online teaching and learning resources. It also includes a new chapter on medical ethics and the law, real case studies, updated content, and student-focused features such as Learning Objectives, Key Terms, and chapter tests.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 400 pages
Publication date: 25 June 2023
Publisher: Wolters Kluwer Health

Now fully aligned with the latest ARRT and ASRT standards, the 10th Edition of Torres Patient Care in Imaging Technology, by TerriAnn Ryan, equips students with the knowledge and skills necessary to become safe, perceptive, and efficient radiologic technologists. This student-focused text features a robust illustration program and a logical organization that highlights the connections between classroom learning and clinical practice. Designed to keep readers informed and up to date, it covers current trends and advances in the field and offers an unparalleled array of online teaching and learning resources.

A new chapter from the ASRT curriculum, "Medical Ethics and the Law," has been incorporated to emphasize the importance of ethical considerations in the field. Real-life case studies have been included to demonstrate how radiologic technologists, patient care, and ethics are intertwined. Updated content reflects the latest ASRT curriculum and standards, ensuring that students are well-prepared for their future roles.

The text includes case studies, cultural considerations boxes, and situational judgment sections that foster critical thinking skills and provide students with practical experience in dealing with real-world situations they will encounter on the job. Procedure boxes with accompanying online videos assist students in mastering the steps needed to ensure the safety of both the rad tech and the patient.

Student-focused features such as Learning Objectives, Key Terms, and chapter tests; display boxes that highlight accreditation, competency, or skills information; and call-out and warning boxes that alert students to important facts and common pitfalls help students prepare for practice.

By embracing the latest ARRT and ASRT standards, the 10th Edition of Torres Patient Care in Imaging Technology is an invaluable resource for aspiring radiologic technologists seeking to excel in their profession.

Weight: 862g
Dimension: 276 x 213 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781975192518
Edition number: 10 ed