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Intro to Rad Sci and Patient Care
Chapters 1-3
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Undergraduate 1
09/06/2010

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Energy
Definition
Capacity to work or operate
ex:mechanical, electrical, heat, nuclear, and electromagnetic
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Radiation
Definition
energy transmitted by waves through space or through a medium
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Ionization
Definition
any process by which a neutral atoms gains or loses an electron, thus acquiring a net charge
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Sound
Definition
A form of mechanical energy transmitted through matter and images of the returning sound wave can be created
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electrocardiography
electroencephalography
Definition
methods of imaging the electrical activityof the heart(Cardio) and brain (cephal)
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thermograms
Definition
images produced by the body's naturally emitted heat energy
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Nuclear Energy
Definition
emitted by nucleus of atom
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Gamma Radiation
Definition
form of electromagnetic energy that has the ability to ionize atoms
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X-rays
Roentgen rays
Definition
man-made form of electromagnetic energy
created when electrons moving at high speed are suddenly stop
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radiography
Definition
making records(radiographs) of internal stuctures of the body by passage of x-rays(gamma rays) through the body to act on an imagaing plate
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Magnetic Resonance Images (MRI)
Definition
process of using a magnetic field and radiofrequencies to create sectional images of the body
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Radiologic Technologist
Definition
term applied to a person who performs radiography, nuclear medication, or radiation therapy
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Radiologist
Definition
physician who uses x-rays for diagnosis and treatment of disease
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radiographer
Definition
rediologic technologist specializing in the use of x-rays to create images of the body
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Cardiovascular interventional technology
Definition
radiologic procedure for the diagnosis and treatment of diseases of the cardiovascural system
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Computed Tomography (CT)
Definition
recording of a predetermined plane in the body using an x-ray beam that is measure, recorded, and the process by a computer for display on a monitor
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Nuclear Medicine Technology
Definition
involves introduce of radioactive sustances into the body for both diagnostic and theraputc purposes
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Radiation Therapy
Definition
involved in the treatment of disease by means of x-rays or radioactive substances
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Accreditation
Definition
voluntary process through which an agency grants recognation to an institution for a program of study that meets a specified criteria
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Certification
Definition
voluntary process through which an agency grants recognition to an individual on demonstration or specialized professional skills
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Essentials
Definition
document specifying the minimum quality standards for the accrediation of programs as approved by the appropriate joint review committee sponors
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Joint Review Committee
Definition
group of person appointed by sponsoring organizations to oversee the accrediation process
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licensure
Definition
process by which a government agency (usually a state) grants permission to individuals to practice their profession
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registry
Definition
listing of indivudual holding a certification in a particualr practice
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sponoring organization
Definition
professional organization that appointed memebers to a joint review committee board
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Standards
Definition
document specifying the requirements for accrediation of an educational program by a joint review committee
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Joint Review Committee on Education in Radiologic Technology
Definition
Est. 1969
Nominated by American College of Radiology, American Society of Radologic Technologists, Association of Educatiors in Radiologic Sciences, and the American Healthcare Radiology Administrators
Term
American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT)
Definition
Founded 1922
Purpose: encouraging the study and elevating the standard of radiologic technology, examining and certifying eligible candidates, and periodically publishing a listing of registrants

Annual fee and code of ethics
Term
American Society of Radiologic Technologists (ASRT)
Definition
Founded 1920
Most prominent national voice for radiologic technologists
Represents educators, students, individual practioners, managers and administrators in radiography, radiation therapy, and nuclear medicine
115,000 members
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American College of Radiology
Definition
30,000 members
Purpose: advance the science of radiology, to improve service to patient, to study tbe socioeconomic aspects of the practice of radiology, and to encourage continuing education for radiologists
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buffers
Definition
activities that decrease the negative effects of stress but do not change the stressor
Term
Fight-or-Flight Response
Definition
physiologic response resulting from anger and fear and triggered by a real or imagined threat
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Hassles
Definition
unexpected negative changes or events
Term
In-Control Language
Definition
statement that reflect an attitude of choice and evoke postive feelings
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Out-of-control Language
Definition
words or phrases that express a lack of control over a situation
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stress
Definition
demond on time, energy, and resources with an element of threat
Term
Stressors
Definition
events, both real and imagined, that increase feelings of anxiety
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Time management
Definition
practice of self-management related to how time is used
1. Know yourself
2. prioritize responsibilities
3. prioritize activities
4. plan for self-care
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uplifts
Definition
planned positive activities to balance hassles
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worry
Definition
time and enegry spent concerned for things over which we have little or no control
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Study Skill Techniques
Definition
1. Review the material soon after it's introduced
2. Use as many sense as possible
3. Plan a regular schedule of study
4. Study in a group
5. Attitude helps remembering
Term
Test Taking Tips
Definition
1. Take the day off from study before the rest to relax and prepare yourself
2. Wear bright-colored cothes for the test
3. Avoid a diet full of carbs the day before and the day of the test
4. Get a good night's sleep before the test
5. Get to the test early to allow yourself time to relax
6. scan the test
7. review your test when done and make corrections as needed
8. when test is over put it behind you
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