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Principles and Practice of Radiation Therapy, 2nd Edition
By Charles M. Washington, BS, RT(T), FASRT and Dennis T. Leaver, MS, RT(R)(T)
992 pp., Copyright 2004Description(現貨供應)
The 2nd edition of Principles and Practice of Radiation Therapy is a comprehensive, affordable, resource that covers all of the relevant information in one volume. The first unit, Introduction to Radiation Therapy, presents the foundation of knowledge needed to understand and build on important concepts. The second unit, Physics, Simulation and Treatment Planning, explores the different treatment procedures and supporting information. Unit 3, Practical Applications, discusses various types of cancer and the body systems affected. Excellent pedagogical features throughout the book include outlines and a list of key terms at the beginning of each chapter, as well as review questions and critical thinking questions at the end of each chapter.
Key Features
The only text available authored by radiation therapists for radiation therapy students and therapists that offers complete coverage of radiation therapy, giving readers the full breadth of information needed from the radiation therapist's perspective.
Introductory information is provided, as well as simulation, treatment, and specific body system applications – all consolidated into one comprehensive volume.
Chapters offer complete coverage of topics needed for the radiation therapy curriculum.
Chapter outlines, key terms, review questions with answers, critical thinking questions, and a complete glossary give students the tools to make the best use of the text.
Numerous scholarly journals have cited this book as a strong, authoritative, comprehensive text in radiation therapy, and it has received a multitude of positive reviews by peers in radiation therapy.
Contributions from a broad-scope of practitioners include radiation therapists, physicians, nurses, administrators, and educators, accurately representing all professionals who make up cancer management teams in hospitals and clinics.
New to this Edition
New and emerging technologies being utilized by an increasing number of hospitals are covered, such as CT simulation and electronic charting.
Material has been updated throughout, consolidated when applicable, and additional information added.
New information is included, specifically in the areas of treatment planning, electronic charting, dose distribution, photon dosimetry and calculations, and education.
Content reflects improved delivery methods of prescribed doses of radiation.
Table of Contents
Unit I: Introduction to Radiation Therapy 1. Cancer: An Overview 2. Ethics and Legal Considerations of Cancer Management 3. Principles of Pathology 4. Overview of Radiobiology 5. Detection and Diagnosis 6. Radiographic Imaging 7. Treatment Delivery Equipment 8. Treatment Procedures 9. Education 10. Infection Control in Radiation Oncology Facilities 11. Assessment 12. Pharmacology and Drug Administration Unit II: Physics, Simulation and Treatment Planning 13. Applied Mathematics Review 14. Introduction to Radiation Therapy Physics 15. Aspects of Brachytherapy 16. Radiation Safety and Protection 17. Quality Improvement in Radiation Oncology 18. Surface and Sectional Anatomy 19. Simulator Design 20. Simulation Procedures 21. Photon Dosimetry Concepts and Calculations 22. Dose Distribution 23. Electron Beams in Radiation Therapy 24. Electronic Charting and Image Management Unit III: Practical Applications 25. Soft Tissue Sarcomas 26. Lymphoreticular System 27. Leukemia 28. Endocrine System 29. Respiratory System 30. Head and Neck Cancers 31. Central Nervous System 32. Digestive System 33. Gynecological Tumors 34. Male Reproductive and Genitourinary 35. Breast Cancer 36. Pediatric Solid Tumors 37. Skin and Melanoma Appendices Glossary Answers to Review Questions
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