Technology for Diagnostic Sonography

Technology for Diagnostic Sonography

<p>Gain a complete understanding of sonography physics and instrumentation related to clinical practice.<b> Technology for Diagnostic Sonography</b> provides clear, in-depth coverage of physics principles, ultrasound transducers, pulse echo instrumentation, Doppler instrumentation, clinical safety, and quality control. It includes the latest information on real-time imaging techniques, plus a comprehensive discussion of image artifacts. With wide-ranging online review questions, it also offers ample opportunities to assess your learning progress. Written by sonography and testing expert Wayne Hedrick, <b>Technology for Diagnostic Sonography</b> simplifies this difficult topic and allows you to demonstrate your knowledge of physics and instrumentation on exams with the ultimate goal of preparing you for success in clinical practice.</p><ul><li><b>A focus on essential physics and instrumentation</b> provides the exact technical content you need to prepare for clinical sonography practice.</li> <p><li><b>Accessible, conversational writing style with real-world analogies</b> explains physics concepts and makes this difficult topic less intimidating.</li> <p><li><b>Examples and sample problems</b> help you make the connection between theory and practical applications.</li> <p><li><b>The latest information on equipment and scanning methods</b> ensures an understanding of how to competently and safely use ultrasound instrumentation.</li> <p><li><b>Comprehensive discussion of image artifacts</b> with illustrative examples helps you recognize and eliminate artifacts.</li> <p><li><b>Detailed description of performance testing with tissue mimicking phantoms</b> allows assessment of the proper operation of B-mode scanners.</li> <p><li><b>Practical guidance on the clinical use of mechanical index and thermal index</b> enables practice of the ALARA principle when scanning patients.</li> <p><li><b>Full-color format</b> shows scans as they appear in the clinical setting.</li> <p><li><b>Key terms and other learner-friendly features</b> focus your study on important information.</li> <p><li><b>Summaries of essential principles and equations</b> reinforce the most important concepts.</li> <p><li><b>Extensive review questions on a companion Evolve website</b> allow realistic assessment of your knowledge.</li> </ul>