Introduction to Radiologic & Imaging Sciences & Patient Care - E-Book: Edition 9

Arlene M. Adler · Richard R. Carlton · Kori L. Stewart · Vesna Balac

Sep 2026 · Elsevier Health Sciences

About this ebook

Introduction to Radiologic & Imaging Sciences & Patient Care introduces students to the imaging sciences and covers the patient care skills necessary for clinical practice. Using a clear and concise format, the content covered in this text meets the relevant standards set by the American Society of Radiologic Technologists (ASRT) Curriculum Guide and the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) Task List for certification examinations. This text not only helps to prepare student for certification, but the content provides useful and practical information that is needed for professional practice and clinical success. For those programs that provide an introduction to imaging sciences along with patient care in the same course, the Adler/Carlton is the perfect choice.• Well-illustrated with more than 300 photos and line drawings, helping students understand and visualize patient care procedures. •Step-by-step procedures presented in boxed lists throughout the text with easy to follow steps, ensuring students are well-prepared for clinical success. •Strong pedagogy helps students organize information and ensure that they understand what is most important in every chapter. •Back-of-book review questions and student labs provides opportunity for review and application.• NEW Informatics content to include the impacts of informatics and AI on patient-centered care. •UPDATED content reflecting the latest updates in the field, aligning with the ARRT Content Specifications for all primary modalities. •EXPANDED and UPDATED human diversity content addressing the unique needs of the LGBTQ+ patient to deliver competent and inclusive care. •EXPANDED and UPDATED patient interactions addressing trauma-informed care.

About the author

Dr. Stewart has a doctorate in Biomedical (Health) Informatics. She is the Director of the Radiologic Sciences Program at Quinnipiac University and former Director of Training for SIIM (Society of Imaging Informatics). She is an acclaimed lecturer and is touted as one of the foremost experts in Imaging Informatics. Her most recent publication was coauthor of Introduction to Radiologic & Imaging Sciences & Patient Care (Elsevier).