Merrill’s Pocket Guide to Radiography: A Comprehensive Clinical Companion

Stay informed and confident in your radiography practice with Merrill’s Pocket Guide to Radiography, a portable and concise companion to Merrill’s Atlas of Radiographic Positioning and Procedures, 12th Edition. This handy resource provides quick access to essential information on 170 frequently requested projections, making it an indispensable tool for radiologic technologists and students alike.

Diagnostic-Quality Radiographs and Key Positioning Information

Diagnostic-quality radiographs demonstrate desired imaging results, while key positioning information is formatted for quick and easy access. Each procedure is presented in a clear and concise two-color, two-page spread, featuring:

• Bulleted, step-by-step procedures and accompanying images on the top page
• A chart with spaces to fill in the specific techniques used for a particular projection on the bottom page

Additional Features for Optimized Radiography Results

To help you achieve optimal radiography results, this guide includes:

• Section dividers with tabs for quick access to each section
• Computed radiography information for precise adjustments
• Exposure technique charts for every projection to reduce repeat radiographs and improve image quality
• Abbreviations and external landmark charts on the inside covers for quick reference
• kVp values for each projection
• Compensating filter information for relevant projections
• New exposure index column for use with digital imaging systems
• Specific collimation settings for all projections done using DR Systems

About the Authors

Merrill’s Pocket Guide to Radiography is authored by renowned experts in the field of radiography:

• Eugene D. Frank, MA RT(R) FASRT FAEIRS
• Barbara J. Smith, MS RT(R)(QM) FASRT FAEIRS
• Bruce W. Long, MS RT(R)(CV) FASRT

Product Details

This spiral-bound guide features 352 pages of comprehensive content and is published by Mosby in its 12th edition (February 24, 2011). The language of publication is English, and the ISBN-10 is 0323073328, with an ISBN-13 of 978-0323073325. The eText ISBN is 9780323095433.