chapter 1,2,3,4 terminology

Bone Densitometry

Measurement of bone density using dual-energy x-ray absorptiometry (DEXA or DXA) to detect osteoporosis

Cardiac Interventional Radiography

Radiologic procedures for the diagnosis and treatment of diseases of the cardiovascular system

Computed Tomography

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

Diagnostic Medical Sonography

Visualization of deep structures of the body by recording the reflections of pulses of ultrasonic waves directed into the tissue

Echocardiography

Ultrasonographic imaging of the heart and associated vasculature

Energy

Capacity to operate or work

Ionization

Any process by which a neutral atom gains or loses an electron, thus acquiring a net charge

MRI

Process of using a magnetic field and radiofrequencies to create sectional images of the body

Mammography

Radiography of the breast

Nuclear Medicine Technology

Branch of radiology that involves the introduction of radioactive substances into the body for both diagnostic and therapeutic purposes

Positron Emission Tomography

The creation of sectional images of the body that demonstrate the physiologic function of various organs and systems

Radiation

Energy transmitted by waves through space or through a medium

Radiation Therapy

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

Radiography

Making of records (radiographs) of internal structures of the body by passing x-rays or gamma rays through the body to act on specially sensitized film or an imaging plate or system

Radiologic Technologist

General term applied to an individual who performs radiography, radiation therapy, or nuclear medicine technology

Radiologist

Physician who specializes in the use of x-rays and other forms of both ionizing and nonionizing radiation in the diagnosis and treatment of disease

Radiologist Assistant

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

Radiology

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 (e.g., roentgen rays) and nonionizing (e.g., ultrasound) radiation

Roentgen Ray

Synonym for x-ray

Vascular Interventional Radiography

Radiologic procedures for the diagnosis and treatment of diseases of the vascular system.

X-ray

Electromagnetic radiation of short wavelength that is produced when electrons moving at high velocity are suddenly stopped

Accreditation

Voluntary peer-review process through which an agency grants recognition to an institution for a program of study that meets specified criteria

Certification

Voluntary process through which an agency grants recognition to an individual on demonstration, usually by examination, of specialized professional skills

Essentials and Guidelines

Document specifying the minimum quality standards for the accreditation of an educational program as approved by the appropriate joint review committee sponsors

Joint Review Committee

Group of persons appointed by sponsoring organizations to oversee the accreditation process

Licensure

Process by which a governmental agency (usually a state) grants permission to individuals to practice their profession

Registry

List of individuals holding certification in a particular profession

Sponsoring Organization

Professional organization that appoints members to a joint review committee board

Standards

Document specifying the minimum requirements for accreditation of an educational program by a joint review committee

Buffers

Activities that decrease the negative effects of stress but do not change the stressors

fight or flight response

Physiologic response resulting from anger and fear and triggered by a real or imagined threat

Hassles

Unexpected negative changes or events

In control language

Statements that reflect an attitude of choice and evoke positive feelings

Out of control language

Words or phrases that express a lack of control over a situation

Stress

Demand on time, energy, and resources with an element of threat

Stressors

Events, both real and imagined, that increase feelings of anxiety

Time management

Practice of self-management related to how time is used

Uplifts

Planned positive activities to balance hassles

Worry

Time and energy spent concerned for things over which we have little or no control

CH 4 Analysis

Careful examination of the components of a complex situation or problem

Case studies

Real-life patient situations that are studied and assessed for learning purposes

Critical thinking

Creative action based on professional knowledge and experience involving sound judgment applied with high ethical standards and integrity

Critique

Type of evaluation that provides feedback on the quality of a work or creation in the form of an opinion or review

Evaluation

Judgment or determination of the quality of a work or creation

Laboratory experiments

Exercises or activities used to reinforce cognitive concepts through the performance of planned steps, usually involving the analysis of data and answering of questions

Portofolio

Collection and self-assessment of representative student work and accomplishments

Practice standards

Defining statements of the professional role and performance criteria for a practitioner

Problem solving

Answering questions in a methodic manner to resolve a challenging situation

Reflection

Use of recording in a journal and personal review of current and past practices to improve future decision-making processes

Role playing

Acting out a situation in a realistic manner in the classroom or laboratory

Synthesis

Combining multiple areas of knowledge to create a new work or understanding

Team work

Collaboration with others on the healthcare team to provide quality patient care