R.T.s can reduce radiation exposure.(MY PERSPECTIVE)
I previously wrote an opinion piece for Radiologic Technology
(May/June 2002, Vol. 73, No. 5) about the practice of using whole-body
computed tomography (CT) scans to assure paranoid individuals . . .
ARRT revises CE regulations.(RESEARCH & TECHNOLOGY)(American
Registry of Radiologic Technologists )(Brief Article)
The ARRT has revised its regulations concerning how credit is
calculated for Directed Reading articles and other self-learning CE
activities. Beginning January 1, 2006, the amount of Category A . . .
A night to remember or forget?(TECHNICAL QUERY)(Brief
Article)
Problem
A 36-year-old man came into the primary care unit with an unknown
etiology. The man complained of headaches and a runny nose that had
lasted 2 to 3 weeks. After a clinical examination, . . .
Multiple myeloma.(DIRECTED READING)
Objectives:
After completing this article, readers should be able to:
* Recognize the signs and symptoms of multiple myeloma.
* Discuss the process used to confirm a multiple myeloma . . .
MR imaging of the knee.(Patient Page)(magnetic resonance)
Magnetic resonance (MR) imaging uses a strong magnetic field and
radiowaves to produce pictures of the bones and soft tissues inside the
body. MR is especially useful for imaging joints such as the . . .
Hazards in the radiology department.(PEER REVIEW)
A thorough literature search was conducted using 14 databases to
search for "multiple chemical sensitivity," "darkroom
disease," "latex allergies" and "health education as
related to radiology. . . .
Racial disparities in genetic counseling.(RESEARCH &
TECHNOLOGY)
Black women with a family history of breast or ovarian cancer are
significantly less likely to undergo genetic counseling than white women
with a similar history, according to a new study.
. . .
ARRT releases examination data.(RESEARCH &
TECHNOLOGY)(American Registry of Radiologic Technologists)
The American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) has seen a
steady increase in volume for all 3 of its primary certification
programs. Postprimary examination volume also was up from the . . .
R.A. certification project status report.(RE:
REGISTRY)(radiologist assistant)
The radiologist assistant (R.A.) certification project has come a
long way since the ARRT board of trustees approved it in June 2002.
Although a few requirements and policies need to be finalized, . . .
Tracking clinical competencies on the Web.(PEER REVIEW)
In recent years the literature has included discussions about the
difficulties of defining and tracking clinical competency. (1-3) In the
nursing profession, there is little consensus about how . . .
Alternate axial shoulder projections.(ON THE JOB)
Acromial spurring, bursitis, impingement, rotator cuff strains,
tendonitis and traumatic injuries to the shoulder are familiar reasons
for shoulder pain. To assist in the diagnosis, plain-film . . .
Prostate ultrasound.(PATIENT PAGE)(examination, preparation,
postexamination )
Prostate ultrasound imaging uses sound waves to examine the
prostate gland. During this procedure, a small, finger-sized device
called a transducer or probe is inserted into the rectum. The . . .
PET Helps Assess Premature Infants.(RESEARCH &
TECHNOLOGY)(positron emission tomography)(Brief Article)
Preliminary results of a new study suggest that a modified positron
emission tomography scanner can diagnose neurological disorders in
premature babies, enabling physicians to predict . . .
Answers to Directed Reading Quizzes DRI0003003 and
DRI0003004.
Directed Reading Quiz DRI0003003 "Diagnosis and Treatment of
Migraines" and Quiz DRI0003004 "Bone Densitometry: An
Update" were published in the March/April 2003 issue of Radiologic
Technology. The . . .
Pediatric radiation protection.(DIRECTED READING)
Objectives:
After completing this article, readers should be able to:
* Discuss the importance of pediatric radiation protection.
* List several means for reducing pediatric radiation . . .
R.T.s' interest in advanced-level certification and distance
learning.(PEER REVIEW)(Radiologic Technology)
Health care delivery can be described as a dynamic career. Ongoing
medical research and development continues to add to the body of
knowledge in all areas of allied health. These interdisciplinary . . .
PET exam for R.T.s.(RESEARCH & TECHNOLOGY)(positron emission
tomography)(Brief Article)
A positron emission tomography exam is now available to ARRT
registrants. The PET examination is offered by the Nuclear Medicine
Technology Certification Board.
Technologists will be eligible to . . .
New radiation therapy table for larger patients.(RESEARCH &
TECHNOLOGY)(Brief Article)
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration has approved a new radiation
therapy treatment table that its manufacturer says will support the
latest treatment techniques and accommodate larger patients.
. . .
Accreditation and educational innovation.(JRCERT UPDATE)
Work force development in the radiologic sciences is a priority to
meet the immediate and future health care needs of an aging U.S.
population. Radiologic science education has consistently been . . .
Predictors of patient education by bone densitometry
technologists.(PEER REVIEW)
The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) issued
Healthy People 2010 (1) to identify priorities for health improvement
for the first decade of this century. Specific objectives . . .
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