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A physicist interested in the interaction of subatomic particles, Cormack taught at Tufts University in Medford, Mass. But he was best known for developing the technology that led to the CAT (computerized axial tomography) scanner. He and his British colleague won a Nobel Prize in Medicine for their work. Cormack died May 9 of cancer at 74. From This is True for 10 May 1998 Suggestions for further reading:
 By: Kathleen Deska PaganaTimothy J. Pagana List Price: $46.95 Amazon Price: $46.95 Editorial Review: The 3rd edition of this widely used resource offers superb guidance on diagnostic and laboratory testing for health professionals in both academic and clinical settings. The chapters are organized by test type and each chapter begins with a list of the tests covered within the test type, as well as an overview of that category including specimen collection techniques. The tests are presented in a consistent format that includes normal findings, indications, contraindications, potential complications, interfering factors, procedure and patient care, test results and clinical significance, and related tests. This full-color book is easy to use and covers virtually every clinically significant test, including more than 50 new to this edition. A full color interior design and over 140 vivid color photographs and illustrations depict procedures, equipment, techniques, and concepts, making the content more visually appealing to the reader and the concepts easier to understand. Comprehensive coverage of all diagnostic and laboratory tests routinely performed today. Over 700 individual tests are covered in approximately 360 entries. Clinical Significances of test results, indicated in italic type, explain the pathophysiology of disease processes and how they relate to test results. Color-coded chapter thumb-tabs, alphabetically organized chapters, and two lists of all tests (Appendix A, Alphabetical List of Tests and Appendix B, List of Tests by Body System) make every test easy to find. Critical Values are highlighted with color to alert the reader to situations requiring immediate intervention. Related Tests that provide similar information or are used to evaluate the same body system, disease process, or symptom, are listed after each test entry along with the page number and the purpose of each related test. SI units are included in the Normal Findings of appropriate tests. Clinical Priorities boxes emphasize especially pertinent information that must be kept in mind when performing or evaluating a test or preparing a patient for a test. A special symbol for drug-related interfering factors alerts readers to the effects of pharmacologic agents on tests. Icon for patient teaching-related care indicates information that should be shared with patients and their families. Home Care Responsibilities provide important patient teaching guidelines and instructions for patients outside of acute care settings. Age-Related Concerns boxes address the special needs of pediatric and geriatric patients and critical age-related variations in values. Abbreviations for tests are listed in an appendix, and symbols and units of measurement are listed on the front inside cover. Increased and decreased abnormal findings are highlighted with directional arrows. More than 50 new tests have been added, including discussions of the most recently introduced tests such as bioterrorism infectious agents testing, bone turnover biochemical markers (osteocalcin), diabetes mellitus autoantibody panel, mammary ductoscopy, HIV viral load, natriuretic peptides (including BNP), and thryoglobulin. The appendix on Disease and Organ Panels lists the tests in 26 common panels, along with a page reference to the main discussion of each test.  By: Lynn N. McKinnis List Price: $81.00 Amazon Price: $61.56 Editorial Review: Once considered the domain of the physician, the field of radiology, and the patient information that could be obtained from an understanding of it, is now becoming more widely recognized as pertinent to the health professional's practice. Written for the non-radiologist, Lynn McKinnis's text grounds both students and practicing clinicians in the basic principles of imaging, radiographic evaluation of both normal and pathologic bone, and fractures. The author uses a systems approach, organizing chapters by major regions of human anatomy to providing reference points when viewing patient films.  By: Catherine WestbrookCarolyn Kaut RothJohn Talbot List Price: $59.95 Amazon Price: $53.96  By: Frances Talaska Fischbach List Price: $46.95 Amazon Price: $42.26 Editorial Review: In full color for the first time, this leading comprehensive reference covers a broad range of laboratory and diagnostic tests and studies, grouped according to specimen and function/test type (e.g. blood, urine, stool, cerebrospinal fluid, etc.). Each test is described in detail, with step-by-step guidance on correct procedure and tips for accurate interpretation. A Brandon-Hill Recommended Title.  By: Daniel N. DeMaio List Price: $41.95 Amazon Price: $41.95 Editorial Review: This and concise review book encompasses the physical principles and clinical applications of computed tomography. Specifically geared toward preparing for the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) advanced-level exam, this useful text consists of 3 sample exams following the ARRT format. Also features an appendix with references and brief rationales for each answer. |
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