Providing a solid foundation in sonography, Essentials of Sonography and Patient Care, 3rd Edition prepares you to succeed in the classroom and in practice. It describes the origins and evolution of diagnostic medical sonography, and includes proven study techniques such as note taking, effective listening, and test-taking strategies. Addressing the clinical environment, this book covers topics such as taking a patient's vital signs, safety considerations, body mechanics, patient transfer, infection control, emergency procedures, and assisting patients with special needs. Career discussions include the sonographer's role in various clinical settings, ethics and professionalism, and job search and interview techniques. Written by expert sonographer Marveen Craig, Essentials of Sonography and Patient Care points you toward a sound future in sonography.Scanning protocols for the four major clinical specialty exams detail what constitutes a complete sonographic examination. Thorough, step-by-step presentation of patient care in a sonography setting teaches you how to perform basic medical techniques and interact with patients. Sonographer Safety Issues chapter explains how to scan with proper scanning technique and posture to avoid repetitive-motion musculoskeletal injuries. Note boxes add information on applying concepts to the clinical setting. HIPAA information provides the knowledge you need to comply with federal law.  Objectives and key terms introduce each chapter's important content. Chapter summaries simplify study and review by recapping the most important points. Glossary of Spanish phrases covers common instructions for better communication with Spanish-speaking patients. Updated scanning protocols for the four major clinical specialty exams ensure that you are well-prepared for clinical practice.  Updated instrumentation information and photos introduce the equipment you will be using during training and in clinical practice. End-of-chapter critical thinking questions help in applying chapter content to reality-based scenarios. Professional Organizations and Agencies appendix furthers your career with a listing of influential organizations and agencies.

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deJong RDMS RDCS RVT FSDMS, M. Robert

Allied Health Professions

Saunders

Providing a solid foundation in sonography, Craig’s Essentials of Sonography and Patient Care, 4th Edition prepares you to succeed in the classroom and in practice. Divided into two parts, this updated text first describes the origins and evolution of diagnostic medical sonography, defines important terminology, and provides proven study techniques such as note taking, effective listening, and test-taking strategies. The second section prepares you for the clinical environment, covering topics from the sonography perspective such as taking a patient's vital signs, safety considerations, body mechanics, patient transfer, infection control, emergency procedures, and assisting patients with special needs. Additionally, survival skills throughout the text seek to build students’ problem solving skills to help them adjust both academically and in the clinical setting.
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<li>UPDATED! JRC-DMS content </li>ensures you are up-to-date on the latest standards. <li>
The only text devoted entirely to entry-level students provides a foundation of essential knowledge ensuring your educational and professional success.</li>
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Step-by-step presentation of patient care in a sonography setting teaches you how to perform basic medical techniques and interact with patients.</li>
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Safety Issues chapter explains how to scan with proper scanning technique and posture to avoid repetitive-motion musculoskeletal injuries.</li>
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Note boxes add information on applying concepts to the clinical setting.</li>
<li>
Objectives and key terms introduce each chapter’s important content.</li>
<li>
Chapter summaries simplify study and review byrecapping the most important points.</li>
<li>
Glossary of Spanish phrases covers common instructions for better communication with Spanish-speaking patients.</li>
<li>
HIPAA information provides the knowledge that you will need to comply with federal law.</li>
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 <ul><li>NEW! Coverage of aseptic and non-aseptic infection control techniques </li></ul>prepares you to work with patients in the clinical environment.<li>
NEW! Inclusion of critical thinking "survival skills" help you to adjust your problem-solving skills both academically and in the clinical setting.</li>
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NEW! Expanded accreditation section guides you through the full process in detail.</li>
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NEW! Full-color design helps break up content and bring it to life. </li>

Craig's Essentials of Sonography and Patient Care

Providing a solid foundation in sonography, Craig’s Essentials of Sonography and Patient Care, 4th Edition prepares you to succeed in the classroom and in practice. Divided into two parts, this updated text first describes the origins and evolution of diagnostic medical sonography, defines important terminology, and provides proven study techniques such as note taking, effective listening, and test-taking strategies. The second section prepares you for the clinical environment, covering topics from the sonography perspective such as taking a patient's vital signs, safety considerations, body mechanics, patient transfer, infection control, emergency procedures, and assisting patients with special needs. Additionally, survival skills throughout the text seek to build students’ problem solving skills to help them adjust both academically and in the clinical setting.UPDATED! JRC-DMS content ensures you are up-to-date on the latest standards. The only text devoted entirely to entry-level students provides a foundation of essential knowledge ensuring your educational and professional success.Step-by-step presentation of patient care in a sonography setting teaches you how to perform basic medical techniques and interact with patients.Safety Issues chapter explains how to scan with proper scanning technique and posture to avoid repetitive-motion musculoskeletal injuries.Note boxes add information on applying concepts to the clinical setting.Objectives and key terms introduce each chapter’s important content.Chapter summaries simplify study and review by recapping the most important points.Glossary of Spanish phrases covers common instructions for better communication with Spanish-speaking patients.HIPAA information provides the knowledge that you will need to comply with federal law. NEW! Coverage of aseptic and non-aseptic infection control techniques prepares you to work with patients in the clinical environment.NEW! Inclusion of critical thinking "survival skills" help you to adjust your problem-solving skills both academically and in the clinical setting.NEW! Expanded accreditation section guides you through the full process in detail.NEW! Full-color design helps break up content and bring it to life.

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<ul> <li>Scanning principles and step-by-step instructions on how to scan and document images helps students improve the quality of sonographic studies and establish standardization and image documentation for physician diagnostic interpretation.</li> <li>Sonographic ergonomics and proper use of equipment helps students avoid occupational injuries.</li> <li>Scanning protocol for pathology provides the criteria for evaluating and documenting abnormal sonographic findings, describing those findings within legal parameters, and relating those findings to the interpreting physician.</li> <li>Key words and objectives at the beginning of every chapter notify students of the pertinent information in the following chapter.</li> </ul> <ul> <li>NEW! Updated content reflects the latest ARDMS standards and AIUM guidelines.</li> <li>NEW! Thoroughly updated scanning protocols follow AIUM guidelines and offer essential information on patient preparation, transducers, breathing techniques, comprehensive surveys, and required images.</li> <li>NEW! Flexible soft cover makes it easy to take notes and transport content.</li> </ul>

Sonography Scanning

Elsevier, Inc

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Craig’s Essentials of Sonography and Patient Care

First of its kind, this basic text, written by a sonographer, combines general diagnostic ultrasound information with specific patient care principles and techniques. Easy to read and understand, it presents historical perspectives, describes the evolution of sonography, including desirable attributes, roles, functions, and educational opportunities. Also covers ethics, professionalism, and leadership. Follows the curriculum content defined by SDMS.

Introduction to Ultrasonography and Patient Care

Providing a solid foundation in sonography, this book is designed to help students succeed in both the classroom and in practice. It promotes study by defining important terminology, by providing a historical overview of ultrasound technology, and by describing the sonographer's role on the medical team ― adding study techniques, note taking, effective listening, and test-taking strategies. For the clinical environment, the book covers topics such as taking a patient's vital signs, safety considerations, body mechanics, patient transfer, infection control, and emergency procedures. This book also prepares students for the transition into practice, covering expectations in various clinical settings, continuing education, sonography specialties, administrative roles, and career options.
<ul>
<li>The only text devoted entirely to entry-level students, providing a foundation of essential knowledge.</li>
<li>Step-by-step descriptions of basic medical procedures and patient care show sonographers how to safely perform procedures and how to interact with patients in a clinical setting.</li>
<li>Updated instrumentation information on current technology in the field of ultrasound.</li>
<li>Expanded information on body mechanics and proper scanning posture, helping sonographers avoid repetitive-motion musculoskeletal injuries.</li>
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<li>Objectives and Key Terms are listed in chapter openers.</li>
<li>Frequently needed patient instructions in Spanish.</li>
<li>Updated instrumentation information.</li>
<li>Expanded information on body mechanics and proper scanning posture to avoid repetitive motion musculoskeletal injury.</li>
<li>Electronic image archiving and patient records, including HIPAA information.</li>
<li>New information on ethics, scope of practice, and practice standards.</li>
<li>New chapter on legal considerations for sonographers.</li>
<li>Evolve Resources for instructors, saving preparation time and enhancing the text.</li>
<li>Note boxes draw attention to important information.</li>
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Essentials of Sonography and Patient Care

Providing a solid foundation in sonography, Essentials of Sonography and Patient Care, 3rd Edition prepares you to succeed in the classroom and in practice. It describes the origins and evolution of diagnostic medical sonography, and includes proven study techniques such as note taking, effective listening, and test-taking strategies. Addressing the clinical environment, this book covers topics such as taking a patient's vital signs, safety considerations, body mechanics, patient transfer, infection control, emergency procedures, and assisting patients with special needs. Career discussions include the sonographer's role in various clinical settings, ethics and professionalism, and job search and interview techniques. Written by expert sonographer Marveen Craig, Essentials of Sonography and Patient Care points you toward a sound future in sonography.
<ul>
<li>
Scanning protocols for the four major clinical specialty exams detail what constitutes a complete sonographic examination.</li> <li>
Thorough, step-by-step presentation of patient care in a sonography setting teaches you how to perform basic medical techniques and interact with patients.</li> <li>
Sonographer Safety Issues chapter explains how to scan with proper scanning technique and posture to avoid repetitive-motion musculoskeletal injuries.</li> <li>
Note boxes add information on applying concepts to the clinical setting.</li> <li>
HIPAA information provides the knowledge you need to comply with federal law. </li> <li>
Objectives and key terms introduce each chapter's important content.</li> <li>
Chapter summaries simplify study and review by recapping the most important points.</li> <li>
Glossary of Spanish phrases covers common instructions for better communication with Spanish-speaking patients.</li> </ul>
<ul>
<li>
Updated scanning protocols for the four major clinical specialty exams ensure that you are well-prepared for clinical practice. </li> <li>
Updated instrumentation information and photos introduce the equipment you will be using during training and in clinical practice.</li> <li>
End-of-chapter critical thinking questions help in applying chapter content to reality-based scenarios.</li> <li>
Professional Organizations and Agencies appendix furthers your career with a listing of influential organizations and agencies.</li> </ul>

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Sonography Scanning

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Craig’s Essentials of Sonography and Patient Care

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Introduction to Ultrasonography and Patient Care

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