Expanded and updated, the new edition of the first book to combine radiologic technology essentials and basic patient care now provides an even more comprehensive introduction to image taking. It presents clinical skills as a holistic system that enables readers to take clear images with state-of-the-art equipment while still ensuring the patient's comfort and protection. Features: * Guides reader through ethics, patient interaction, history taking and more * Provides an overview on radiographic imaging and radiographic and fluoroscopic equipment * Introduces a new section on chest tubes and lines * Offers updated materials on the security of health information and an expanded patient history taking guide.