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Exam 1 - Chapter 1+2 Flashcards

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the energy that is transmitted by waves through space or a medium.

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Radiation

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the capacity to operate or work.

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Energy

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any process by which a neutral atom gains or looses an electron, thus acquiring a net charge.

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Ionization

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the making of records of internal structures of the body by passages of x-rays or gamma rays through the body to act on specially sensitized film or imaging plate or system.

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Radiography

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When did radiologic technology begin?

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November 8, 1895

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Who discovered X-rays? (spell it)

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Wilhelm Conrad Roentgen

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A general term applied to persons qualified to use x-rays or radioactive substances to produce images of the internal parts of the body for interpretation by a specialized physician

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Radiologic technologist

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involves the use of x-rays or radioactive substances in the treatment of disease.

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Radiologic technology

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what is the difference between a technician and a technologist?

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a technologist applies knowledge to problems encountered on the job and a technician works in a tire shop.

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radiologic procedures for the diagnosis and treatment of diseases of the cardiovascular system.

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Cardiovascular interventional technology (CVIT)

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what procedures involve injections of iodinated contrast media for diagnosing diseases of the heart and blood vessels?

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CVIT (cardiovascular interventional technology)

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Radiography of the breast

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mammography

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an advanced level radiographer who extends the capacity of the radiologist in the diagnostic imaging environment, thereby enhancing patient care.

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Radiology assistant

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the branch of radiology that involves the introductions of radioactive substances into the body for both diagnostic and therapeutic purposes.

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Nuclear medicine

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a person who administers radiation treatments to patients according to the prescription and instructions of the physician.

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Radiation therapy

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What type of physician prescribes radiation treatments?

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Radiation Oncologist

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What type of physician interprets/reads x-rays, CTs, MRIs, and other diagnostic tests?

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Radiologist

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Branch of radiology involved in the treatment of disease by the means of x-rays or radioactive substances.

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Radiation Therapy

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the measurement of bone density using dual energy x-ray absorptiometry to detect osteoporosis.

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Bone densitometry

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the recording of a predetermined plane in the body using an x-ray beam that is measured, recorded, and then processed by a computer for display on a monitor.

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Computed Tomography

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the visualization of structures of the body by recording the reflections of pulses of high-frequency sound waves directed into the tissue.

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Diagnostic medical sonography

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process of using a magnetic field and radio-frequencies to create sectional images of the body

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Magnetic Resonance Imaging ( MRI )

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what are the 2 principle types of physicians?

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M.D. and D.O.

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provides direct patient care, typically under the direction of physicians.

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Nurses

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someone who teaches useful skills to patients with physical or emotional illnesses.
Occupational Therapist
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someone who helps restore muscle strength and coordination through exercise and use of special devices.
Physical Therapy
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someone who treats cancer patients using high-energy x-rays and gamma rays.
Radiation Therapist
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someone who helps treat patients with breathing difficulties.
Respiratory Therapist
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involve careers that are responsible for management of health information, such as that contained in the patients health records.
Health Information Services
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a physician who specializes in the use of x-rays and other forms of both ionizing and non-ionizing radiation in the diagnosis and treatment of disease.
Radiologist
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branch of the health sciences dealing with radioactive substances and radiant energy and with the diagnosis and treatment of disease by means of both ionizing and non-ionizing radiation.
Radiology
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synonym for x-ray
Roentgen Ray
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electromagnetic radiation of short wavelength that is produced when electrons moving at high velocity are suddenly stopped.
X-Ray
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the creation of sectional images of the body that demonstrate the physiologic function of various organs and systems.
Positron Emission Tomography (PET)
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special protection should be taken to prevent excessive exposure to \_\_\_\_\_
Ionizing radiation
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what specialty uses a non-ionizing forms of radiation?
Sonography
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an individual who specializes in using x-rays to create images of the body is known as a \_\_\_\_\_\_\_
Radiographer
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an effective treatment of atherosclerosis that uses a special catheter with a balloon tip is termed \_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_
Angioplasty
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the study of diseases of muscles and bones is termed \_\_\_\_\_\_
Orthopedics
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an individual who is specialized in carrying out treatments designed to correct or improve the function of a particular body part or system is known as a \_\_\_\_\_\_
Therapist
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Voluntary peer-review process through which an agency grants recognition to an institution for a program of study that meets specified criteria.
Accreditation
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Voluntary process through which an agency grants recognition to an individual on demonstration, usually by examination of specialized professional skills
Certification
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document specifying the minimum quality standards for the accreditation of an educational program as approved by the appropriate joint review committee sponsors
Essentials and guidelines
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Group of persons appointed by sponsoring organizations to oversee the accreditation process
JRC (Joint review committee)
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Process by which a governmental agency (usually a state) grants permission to individuals to practice their profession
Licensure
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List of individuals holding certification credentials in a particular profession
Registry
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Professional organization that appoints members to a joint review committee
Sponsoring organization
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document specifying the minimum requirements for accreditation of an educational program by a joint review committee
Standards
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What organization certifies individuals in radiography?
ARRT (American Registry of Radiologic Technologists)
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What organization represents the interests of radiologic technologists to the public and federal government?
ASRT (American Society of Radiologic Technologists)
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What purpose is served by the standards document for a profession?
it specifies the requirements for accreditation of an educational program by a joint review committee
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What title is granted to a radiographer after successful completion of the American Registry of Radiologic Technologist's examination in radiography ?
registered technologist, radiographer
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Which of the following organizations is a sponsor of the (JRCERT) Joint Review Committee on Education in Radiologic Technology and the (ARRT) American Registry of Radiologic Technologists?
(ASRT) American Society of Radiologic Technologists
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Approximately how many individuals are registered by the (ARRT) American Registry of Radiologic Technologists?
330,000
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List the 4 steps in the process of accreditation
1) application 2) upon approval, a self-study is performed 3) a site study is done by volunteers 4) all information is presented to a board for a vote
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What are some reasons to gain accreditation from the JRCERT?
~insurance purposes ~to receives grants ~better program standards ~to qualify students to take the ARRT exam
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Being accredited means that we have _________ demonstrated __________ with education standards developed by and for the profession.
Satisfactorily, compliance
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DCH school of radiology received a ________ status from the JRCERT on their last site visit.
3 year
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Accreditation award classifications include \_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_, \_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_, and up to an _________ status.
Provisional, probationary, 8 year
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Radiology schools ________ have to be accredited but most schools do.
do not
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What organization was established in 1934?
ABR
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What organization was established in in 1975?
ARDMS
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What organization was established in 1922?
ARRT
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What organization was established in 1979?
JRCDMS
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What organization was established in 1970?
JRCNMT
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What organization was established in 1900?
ARRS
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What organization was established in 1920?
ASRT
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What organization was established in 1969?
JRCERT
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Who publishes the *_Radiology Managment Journal_* ?
AHRA
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Who publishes the *_Radiologic Technology Journal_* ?
ASRT
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Who publishes the *_American Journal of Roentgenology_* ?
ARRS
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Who publishes the Journal *"_Radiology"_* ?
RSNA
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Who publishes the *_Journal of the American Medical Association_* ?
AMA
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What journal is the most widley distributed journal in the world?
*The Journal of the American Medical Association*

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