Mosby's Comprehensive Review of Radiography: The Complete Study Guide and Career Planner by William J. Callaway

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Synopsis

A complete review, this guide covers the five major subject areas of the ARRT exam in radiography. And it's an effective study guide for many radiography courses! Written in outline format, each review of a subject is followed by questions related specifically to that area. A companion CD-ROM includes a pool of over 1,400 questions that may be randomly combined to generate a virtually limitless number of mock exams. This edition also provides valuable information on preparing resumes and cover letters, interviewing, and career planning to help you make the transition to a successful career.

• Content review in outline format includes the five major subject areas covered on the ARRT exam, helping you concentrate on the most important information.
• Thorough coverage of digital and computed radiography reflects the increased emphasis of these topics on the Registry exam.
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  Review questions with answers let you practice AART exam-style questions, helping you assess your preparedness and identify areas that need additional study.
• Rationales for correct and incorrect answers are included in the appendix.
• Mock exams in the book and on CD let you test your knowledge and practice with the Registry exam format.
• CD allows practice in tutorial mode — with feedback after you answer each question — or in exam mode, with feedback only after you complete the entire test.
• Study tools on CD include:.
  • Electronic flashcards with formulas, key terms, and important topics
  • Bookmarking of questions for later study
  • Rationales for correct and incorrect answers
  • Test tips for difficult questions
  • Test scores are saved and dated
• Careerpreparation advice covers continuing education requirements, career advancement, and basic financial planning — such as negotiating salary and benefits.

• Expanded coverage of digital imaging and ethical standards reflects the increased emphasis of these topics on the Registry exam.
• Situational Judgment Test questions provide practice with the new type of Registry question requiring you to select the best response in an ethics-related situation.
• 232 new questions have been added to the CD — for a total of 2,450 questions in the book and CD — to ensure that you have plenty of practice opportunities.

Annotation

The book contains black-and-white illustrations.

Doody Review Services

Reviewer:Rochell O. Harmon, MS (Froedtert Hospital)
Description:This is the fifth edition of a wonderful study guide for radiologic technology students preparing for registry examination. The situation judgment test items are a positive addition.
Purpose:In addition to preparing students for their exam, this book also serves as a career planner.
Audience:The author has brought a wealth of knowledge to this book for radiologic technology students. He has been in the field of radiology for over 30 years.
Features:The book covers in outline format the five subjects of the radiography exam administered by the ARRT. Helpful features include the basic terminology at the beginning of each section, key review points, end notes, and the variety of questions. The digital imaging unit is an excellent addition.
Assessment:This review book includes the necessary information for successful results on the registry examination and in job interviews. This edition includes situation judgment test items, a wealth of information on digital imaging, a nice question format, and a CD that justify replacing previous editions.

Biography

Callaway, William J., BA, RT (R) (Lincoln Land Community College)