This handy guide puts frequently requested radiographic projections at your fingertips! \u003cb\u003eMerrill's Pocket Guide to Radiography, 16th Edition \u003c/b\u003esummarizes essential information for more than 150 radiography projections in a spiral-bound format designed for quick reference in the clinical environment. Clear instructions explain how to position patients and body parts, and an optimal radiograph is included for each projection. A portable, easy-to-carry companion to the three-volume \u003ci\u003eMerrill\u0026rsquo;s Atlas\u003c/i\u003e, this book provides guidelines for everything from perfect positioning to perfect exposures.\u003cul\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003cb\u003eNEW! Appendix for working with obese patients \u003c/b\u003eprovides guidance on modified positioning and imaging techniques.\u003c/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003cb\u003eNEW! Updated images\u003c/b\u003e enhance coverage of the chest, abdomen, pelvis and hip, bony thorax, upper extremity, and lower extremity.\u003c/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003cb\u003eNEW!\u003c/b\u003e \u003cb\u003eUpdated exposure technique charts\u003c/b\u003e offer current information for obtaining high-quality images.\u003c/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003cb\u003eBulleted, step-by-step instructions\u003c/b\u003e show how to position the patient and body part for frequently requested radiography projections.\u003c/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003cb\u003eExposure technique chart\u003c/b\u003e for every projection helps reduce the need for repeat radiographs and improves overall image quality.\u003c/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003cb\u003eAbbreviations and external landmarks\u003c/b\u003e are listed inside the front and back covers for quick reference.\u003c/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003cb\u003eDiagnostic-quality radiograph\u003c/b\u003e for each projection demonstrates the result the radiographer is trying to achieve.\u003c/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003cb\u003eMore than 150 projections\u003c/b\u003e are each presented in a two-page spread, and include information on patient position, part position, respiration, central ray angulation, collimation, KVp values, and a photograph of a properly positioned patient.\u003c/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003cb\u003eSection dividers with tabs\u003c/b\u003e make it easier to find the beginning of each section.\u003c/li\u003e\u003c/ul\u003e
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