Sonography Principles and Instruments
<p>The 8<SUP>th</SUP> edition of Kremkau's <b>Sonography Principles and Instruments</b> concisely and comprehensively covers the essential aspects of sonography physics and technology, presenting state-of-the-art content in a dynamic, highly visual format. Confidently prepare for the challenges of practice with a clear understanding of how diagnostic sonography works, including Doppler, artifacts, safety, quality assurance, the latest technology, and more. </p><ul><li><b>Essential coverage of physics and ultrasound</b> helps you prepare for the ARDMS SPI exam. </li> <p><li><b>Straightforward explanations</b> simplify complex content. </li> <p><li><i><b>Key Points</b></i> highlight the most important information to help you study more efficiently.</li> <p><li><b>Learning features</b> such as chapter outlines, learning objectives, bulleted chapter summaries, and a glossary of sonography physics terms make difficult concepts easier to review and understand. </li> <p><li><b>End-of-chapter exercises</b> test your knowledge and understanding with a mix of true-or-false, fill-in-the-blank, multiple choice, and mathematical questions. </li> <li><b>A mathematics appendix</b> provides fast, efficient access to a <i>List of Symbols</i>, a <i>Compilation of Equations</i>, and a <i>Mathematics Review</i>.</li></ul><ul><li><b>A full-color design</b> depicts more than 200 high-quality ultrasound scans similar to what you'll encounter in the clinical setting. </li> <p><li><b>Updated scans</b> from the most current equipment and updated content on 3D imaging, contrast, elastrography, and imaging artifacts provide all the information necessary to be consistent with current technology. </li> <p><li><b>Full-color photos</b> of common instruments and control panels familiarize you with the devices you'll use in practice.</li> <p><li><b>Updated risk and safety statements</b> help you ensure compliance with current national standards. </li> <li>New outline and presentation of materials reflect the<b> 2009 ARDMS Sonography Principles and Instrumentation (SPI) examination.</b></li></ul>