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Shrestha, S., S. Maharhan, U. Khanal, and M. Humagain. "Evaluation of image quality in cervical spine lateral radiographs." Journal of Chitwan Medical College 6, no. 1 (February 16, 2017): 30–33. http://dx.doi.org/10.3126/jcmc.v6i1.16652.

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In diagnostic radiography, cervical lateral spine x-ray is common radiographic examination among imaging of cervical spine. Thus, it is important to show entire anatomical structure, adequate penetration, soft tissue of neck and bony detail. This study attempts to quantify the quality of cervical spine radiographs by evaluating the quality of depiction of the anatomical and physical details. In this cross-sectional study, about 188 cases of cervical spine lateral radiographs were collected for study over the three months of period. Nine image criteria i.e. anatomical coverage, soft tissue visualization, C7/T1 junction, sharp bony detail, proper chin raise, artifact, density, patient rotation and collimation were followed and tabulated. Obtained data were analyzed using in SPSS v.20 software and shown in frequency, percentages, bar diagrams and graphs. Among 188 patients, about 23.4% cervical radiographs met all image criteria but remaining 76.6% did not meet these criteria due to no anatomical coverage (33.5%), no proper chin raise (46.3%), artifact (13.3%), patient rotation (50%) and no collimation (33.5%). It is difficult to perform good quality cervical radiograph according to European guidelines14. To a great extent the quality of cervical radiographs depends upon skill of radiographer, equipment condition (x-ray machine, CR reader) and co-operation of patients. This is always a challenge for radiographer and technologist.

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Keyte, Emily, Gillian Roe, Annmarie Jeanes, and Jeannette K. Kraft. "Immediate chest radiograph interpretation by radiographers improves patient safety related to nasogastric feeding tube placement in children." Pediatric Radiology 51, no. 9 (March 10, 2021): 1621–25. http://dx.doi.org/10.1007/s00247-021-05032-9.

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Abstract Background Despite the publication of a national patient safety alert in 2016, inadvertent feeding through misplaced nasogastric tubes continues to occur, either through failure to review the radiograph, misinterpretation of it, or failure to communicate the results. Objective The objectives were to determine whether training in a new pathway introduced to avoid these “never events” was followed and whether radiographer comments and prompt communication of results could reduce risk and improve patient safety in relation to nasogastric tube placement in children. Materials and methods Following radiographer training in interpretation of nasogastric tube position and use of a commenting proforma and communication pathway, we reviewed all radiographs obtained to check nasogastric tubes performed over a 13-month period in children 0–16 years of age. Then we assessed accuracy of the radiographer comments, adherence to the pathway, and any practice change in children with misplaced nasogastric tubes. Results We reviewed 282 nasogastric tube check radiographs. For 262 radiographs (92.9%) the pathway was followed correctly. Of the total 282 radiographs, 240 (85%) were immediately reported using the standardised commenting proforma, and 235 radiographer comments were affirmed by the radiologist (97% accuracy, confidence interval 0.95–0.99). Of the immediately reported radiographs, 213 (88.8%) nasogastric tubes were considered to be safe for use. Four (1.7%) of the immediately reported nasogastric tubes were misplaced in a bronchus, and the report communicated to the clinical team resulted in removal or re-siting of the tubes. Conclusion Nasogastric tube check radiographs in children can be reported accurately by radiographers trained in their interpretation and the results promptly communicated to clinical staff, improving safety in relation to nasogastric tube placement in children.

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Žunić, Ljubica. "The Legal Framework for Academic Professional Development for Radiographers in Higher Education." Medicine, Law & Society 12, no. 1 (April 26, 2019): 65–84. http://dx.doi.org/10.18690/mls.12.1.65-84.2019.

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Technology has changed the world of radiography, setting the request for development and promotion of radiography occupation. This article focuses on key factors of education for radiologic technologist / radiographer. The important role of EFRS in promoting and developing advanced educational standards and qualifications for radiographers is elaborated. Harmonization and development of radiographer’s profession following technological development considers cooperation among educational institutions, employers and professional bodies, within the framework of European and national legislation. Society should provide the conditions for further education. Obtaining a master's and / or doctoral degree, and integration in teaching and research activities, helps transform radiographers into leadership roles within their departments.

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Waaler, Dag, Sigrid Hammer, Camilla Langdalen, and Linn Therese Håkonsen Haug. "How radiographers visually perceive X-ray images with the task of accepting or rejecting them – a pilot study." Radiography Open 3, no. 1 (March 31, 2017): 10. http://dx.doi.org/10.7577/radopen.1997.

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Introduction: Radiographer´s usual role in the medical imaging chain is to acquire relevant and qualitatively good images that help the radiologist or physician to diagnose most accurately. After the image acquisition, the radiographer does a quality evaluation based on established imaging criteria to decide if the image is satisfactory, or otherwise reject it and subsequently take a new one. Contrary to expectations that the number of image rejects should decrease substantially with the introduction of digital imaging, a number of studies have shown that it has not, although the reasons for rejects has changed from exposure errors to positioning and centring errors. Very little research has been on examining how radiographers visually perceive and evaluate the X-ray images in this acceptance/rejection process.Purpose: Investigate how radiographers and radiography students visually perceives X-ray images in the process of accepting or rejecting them on basis of radiographic imaging criteria, and see if there are differences in strategies across experience levels.Materials and methods: Three radiography students and five radiographers with varying years of experience were given the task of accepting or rejecting shoulder and knee projection images based on positioning criteria. Using eye tracking, we measured the participants’ number and duration of gaze fixations within 1) the field of view defined by the monitor display, 2) the part of the monitor displaying the X-ray image only, and 3) the region within the X-ray images considered to be most relevant given the imaging criteria task. The quantitative eye-tracking measurements were followed-up by four qualitative questions.Results: Some differences in fixation patterns between the groups were found; the medium experienced radiographers spent statistically significant lesser number of fixations and lesser average single fixation durations than both the radiography students and the most experienced radiographers did, whereas the two latter groups scored almost equally. Conclusion: The study revealed that work experience might have some influence on how radiographers and radiography students assess X-ray images, but in subtler ways than expected. The study also revealed, however, quite large individual differences across experience.

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Pauli, Regina, Sean Hammond, Julie Cooke, and Janet Ansell. "Comparison of Radiographer/Radiologist Double Film Reading with Single Reading in Breast Cancer Screening." Journal of Medical Screening 3, no. 1 (March 1996): 18–22. http://dx.doi.org/10.1177/096914139600300106.

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Objectives— To assess the efficacy of dual film reading in screening mammography with a suitably trained radiographer as the second reader and to determine a suitable decision model for radiographer/radiologist double reading. Setting— Three breast screening centres in South Thames (West) region. Methods— Seven radiographers with prior film reading training double read 17 202 screening mammograms with a radiologist. Screening performance of radiographers and radiologists was assessed taking into account interval cancers. The efficacy of radiographer/radiologist double reading was assessed in terms of changes in sensitivity and specificity compared with radiologist single reading. Results— Radiographers yielded equivalent sensitivity but lower specificity than radiologist film readers. The effect of double reading between radiographer/radiologist pairs was an increase in sensitivity of 6.4%, which was achieved at the cost of a 0.6% decrease in specificity. This was reached by a decision system involving radiologists' review of radiographer queries and recall classifications. If all radiographer queries were recalled a large increase in sensitivity would be counterbalanced by an equally large decrease in specificity. Conclusions— Radiographer/radiologist double reading resulted in similar increases in sensitivity as those previously reported in radiologist double reading studies. Radiologist review of radiographer reported abnormalities is a suitable means by which to limit excess recall.

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Hardy, Maryann, and Beverly Snaith. "Radiographer interpretation of trauma radiographs: Issues for radiography education providers." Radiography 15, no. 2 (May 2009): 101–5. http://dx.doi.org/10.1016/j.radi.2007.10.004.

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Sumarsono, Handi, Nur Wijayanti, and Siti Masrochah. "Analisis Determinan Kesehatan Terhadap Kepatuhan Pemakaian Alat Pelindung Diri (Proteksi Radiasi) Bagi Radiografer di Wilayah Pasuruan Dan Sidoarjo." Jurnal Imejing Diagnostik (JImeD) 8, no. 1 (February 11, 2022): 15–21. http://dx.doi.org/10.31983/jimed.v8i1.8076.

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Background: Hospitals in Pasuruan and Sidoarjo are Covid-19 referral hospitals that are very at risk of occupational infections for officers. Radiographer are workers who have more direct contact with patients, therefore nurses must apply the use of Personal Protective Equipment (APD) following the Standard Operating Procedure (SOP). The purpose of the study was to analyze the influence of health determinants (supervision, self-efficacy, and work culture) on compliance with the use of personal protective equipment (radiation protection) for radiographers in the Pasuruan and Sidoarjo regions.Methods: Design observational research with a cross-sectional approach. The population of all radiographers in the Pasuruan and Sidoarjo is 100 people. Sampled all 100 radiographers with total sampling techniques. Independent variables of supervision, self-efficacy, and work culture. Variable dependent compliance with the use of personal protective equipment (radiation protection) for radiographers.Results: The results showed there was an influence of radiographer surveillance patterns on compliance with the use of personal protective equipment (radiation protection) for radiographers (p-value 0.000), there was an effect of radiographer self-efficacy on compliance with the use of personal protective equipment (radiation protection) for radiographers (p-value 0.000), there was the influence of radiographer work culture on compliance with the use of personal protective equipment (radiation protection) for radiographers (p-value 0.000).Conclusions: Supervision, self-efficacy, and work culture are among the factors that significantly influence radiographer adherence to the use of PPE. The hope is that by having a good knowledge of K3, nurses will be more obedient to protection as prevention of infection transmission.

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Mardliyyah, Aisyatun, Anggraini Dwi Sensusiati, and Amilia Kartika Sari. "ROLE OF RADIOGRAPHER IN HANDLING COVID-19 AT CT SCAN ROOM DURING PANDEMIC." Journal of Vocational Health Studies 4, no. 2 (November 19, 2020): 83. http://dx.doi.org/10.20473/jvhs.v4.i2.2020.83-88.

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Background: Radiographers have a big role in handling COVID-19 during the pandemic. Radiographers not only play an important role in making good diagnostic images, but also in efforts to prevent infection transmission, especially in the CT scan room. Purpose: To compile and summarize role of radiographer in handling COVID-19 at CT scan room during pandemic. Methods: The method used is literature study. Sources of data used are observations and summaries of various literature from a collection of journals selected according to predetermined criteria and then presented descriptivel/narratively. Result: Role of radiographer in handling COVID-19 at CT scan room during pandemic from various journals. Conclusion: Role of radiographer includes setting the area and staff, preparing for the examination, conducting the examination, the level of PPE use, cleaning and disinfection methods and treating medical waste.

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Bwanga, Osward, Raphael Musoko Kayembe, and James Maimbo Sichone. "Intravenous cannulation and administration of contrast media by radiographers: a literature review to guide the training and practice in Zambia." African Health Sciences 22, no. 2 (August 1, 2022): 629–37. http://dx.doi.org/10.4314/ahs.v22i2.72.

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Background: There has been a demand for radiographers in Zambia to perform intravenous (IV) cannulation and administration of contrast media, a role which, traditionally, was radiologists’. This demand is due to a shortage of radiologists and an increase in demand for imaging examinations. This review aimed at synthesising relevant literature related to IV cannulation and administration of contrast media by radiographers to guide the training and practice in Zambia. Methods: A structured literature search was conducted in three online databases (PubMed/MEDLINE, CINAHL, and ScienceDirect), radiography journals, and cited references to identify research studies on IV cannulation and administration of contrast media by radiographers. Results: Seven studies were identified and included in this review. The findings are summarised under six themes: benefits and challenges, adoption of the extended role, infection control, safety and complications, medico-legal issues, and education and training. Our findings revealed that radiographer-led IV cannulation and administration of contrast media contribute positively to the management of imaging patients. Conclusion: The themes identified in this review could provide a template of where to base the establishment of the training programme and local guidelines. Before extending the role of radiographers, the scope of practice should be extended, and accredited training programme and local guidelines should be put in place. Keywords: Contrast media; intravenous cannulation; radiographer; radiologist; Zambia.

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Syivasari, Falentina. "Studi Kualitatif Phenomenology: Peran Radiografer Dalam Mengerjakan Pemeriksaan Radiologi Untuk Pasien Covid-19." Jurnal Imejing Diagnostik (JImeD) 8, no. 2 (December 26, 2022): 80–86. http://dx.doi.org/10.31983/jimed.v8i2.8209.

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Background: Until now, Indonesia has become one of the countries with the highest health worker death rate in ASIA and the 3rd highest in the world due to exposure to COVID-19, reaching 647 people. Radiographers are one of the first lines of health professionals who are very likely to be exposed to COVID-19. The purpose of the study is to find out the adaptation of new radiographer habits during the COVID-19 pandemic including radiographer work experience, radiographer health conditions (including fisk and mental health) and radiographer resilience in pandemic times.Methods: Research design uses a qualitative approach with phenomenological types of research. The selection of informants is obtained from observations and interviews to radiographers. The study used purposive sampling techniques. Research instruments use observation sheets, interview guidelines and documentation study sheets. This research was conducted in the Radiology Unit at COVID-19 referral hospitals, public hospitals and private hospitals, around the city area of Surabaya, east Java. The data collection time is expected to be held in April - June 2021.Results: The results showed the work experience of radiographers before the pandemic period was very different from the experience during the pandemic. Radiographers experienced more convenience when working in the time before the pandemic. Much of the change lies in the use of personal protective equipment. The majority of respondents had high optimism about their health condition as well as a great sense of responsibility in caring for patients suspected of Covid-19. The majority of respondents continue to carry out the obligation to treat patients suspected of Covid-19 or who are confirmed positive for Covid-19 because it is an obligation for every radiographer. These differences include restrictions on the number of radiographers in the room, the use of PPE at level 3, and the screening process that must be done before examining patients.Conclusions: The role of radiographers is very important in carrying out radiological examinations, especially in pandemic times. Radiographers who are competent and comply with the SOP during the pandemic so as to minimize exposure to Covid 19.

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Brealey, Stephen. "An evaluation of radiographer plain radiograph reporting." Thesis, University of York, 2003. http://etheses.whiterose.ac.uk/14062/.

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Cherry, Shirley J. "Considering Patient and Radiographer Dose." Digital Commons @ East Tennessee State University, 2009. https://dc.etsu.edu/etsu-works/2482.

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Dobinson, Stephanie G. "Opinions of radiographer abnormality detection systems in the paediatric setting." Thesis, Queensland University of Technology, 2022. https://eprints.qut.edu.au/228749/8/Stephanie_Dobinson_Thesis.pdf.

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Radiographer image interpretation processes at a tertiary paediatric hospital are undergoing a review. This study explored which barriers and positive outcomes radiographers of this facility identified with, in relation to radiographer abnormality detection systems from the literature. Consistent participation was reported as the barrier most associated with, while self- assessment was deemed the outstanding benefit for radiographers practising a formal radiographer image interpretation system. Associated benefits to self-assessment included improved image interpretation, improved radiographic positioning, and improved image quality stemming from self-assessment.

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Harvey-Lloyd, Jane. "Being and becoming a daignostic radiographer." Thesis, University of Brighton, 2018. https://research.brighton.ac.uk/en/studentTheses/0434c138-4763-4670-ace2-406851df2f58.

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The response to social, economic and political influences has resulted in the radiography profession undergoing significant change, increasing service demands and a requirement for graduates to possess a much wider range of skills. The changing role of the radiographer has also been as a consequence of fast evolving technology and the subsequent demand for radiography services. Due to the increasing role that diagnostic imaging now plays in many patient pathways, a wider range of procedures are undertaken in vaster quantities and this brings with it more complex patient cases. Consequently, it has been suggested that radiography is a ‘profession under pressure’. The aim of the study was to explore the experience of newly qualified practitioners in their first post as a radiographer in a range of diagnostic imaging departments in the NHS. There is a clear need for new insights and updated knowledge about this transition experience in radiography in order to raise awareness of these challenges within the profession. An interpretive phenomenology methodology was used. This research design was a longitudinal, qualitative prospective study. Following ethical approval, data were collected from a group of nine newly qualified radiographers who had commenced employment in the NHS. Three interviews were undertaken with each participant; at three months, six months and twelve months post qualification. All participants had graduated from one university, and had entered employment within an NHS Trust in which they had not worked as trainees. Thematic analysis was utilised to ensure that there was a thorough examination of each individual experience, commonalities and relationships, including the identification of differences across the participants. The six main themes identified included; needing support, settling in, developing confidence, becoming established, feeling useful and looking forward. The impact and influence of these themes on the participant experience varied across the twelve month journey and between each participant. The sub-themes offered further insight into the experiences and these were enhanced by the final interviews at twelve months which utilised a theme board allowing some visual representation of the participants’ feelings. The anticipated contribution to knowledge will be an increased understanding and awareness of the demands of this transition period and will inform future curriculum planning, management of the student experience, and support for the newly-qualified radiographer.

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Ford, P. C. "Role of the consultant radiographer: the experience of appointees." Thesis, University of Portsmouth, 2008. http://ethos.bl.uk/OrderDetails.do?uin=uk.bl.ethos.486794.

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Aims. The role of the consultant radiographer was proposed in 2001, and the first candidates were appointed in 2003, but posts were slow to be established and there were just thirteen by the spring of 2005. A full evaluation of the role has not been published. This paper investigated these early appointments from the setting up of posts and compliance with the official guidance to comparison of the job descriptions. Postholders were asked about their appointment process, understanding of, their roles, and views on the success, challenges, and training implications inherent in their posts. .1'- Method. The research cohort consisted of ten of the first twelve postholders (the researcher is the thirteenth) appointed to consultant radiographer roles. This was a three-part evaluation. i) Job descriptions were compared to one another and to the official guidance on the setting up of the roles. ii) A self-completion questionnaire was sent to each participant to obtain background information on them and the context of Ã‚Â• their roles, academic achievements and future training requirements. iii) Using a telephone interview all participants were asked their views on their achievements, success' and challenges, and views on training and education for aspirants to the role. Results. All posts had been established in accordance with the Department of Health guidance, and the job descriptions were very similar, allowing for the different clinical components. The roles had been well supported by management and accepted by the majority of staff, a.lthough some early difficulties had to be overcome. The postholders were very positive on the personal success of their roles. They were able to demonstrate strong clinical roles, effectively taking the place of medical staff. Improvements had been made in the standards of individual patient care, and shortening of the patient pathway was evidenced. While there was strong team leadership, and education support to a wide cross section of NHS staff, the number of postholders working at strategic level within Trusts or at a national level was noticeably low. The number of published papers and amount of research being undertaken was disappointing. All had postgraduate qualifications but few held a full Masters degree. The majority were working to complete these, and two were registered on doctoral programmes. A conGern was the pressure beginning to be placed on at least one postholder to change the focus of their role to enlarge the direct clinical commitment to the detriment of the other domains of practice. This was due to a change in management and increased focus on financial and waiting list targets. Conclusions. While the research cohort was small it comprised most of the early appointees. Their experience was that the consultant radiographer role has achieved demonstrable success. This is strongest in the expert clinical practice element of their roles (approximately 50%) with much of it 9!rectly related to individual patient care. Within the other domains of practice leade'rship of professional teams wasÃ‚Â· evident, and education and training was well supported within a narrow clinical context. The strategic element of roles, with involvement at regional and national level, was not well addressed although there were some notable exceptions. The amount of research currently undertaken is low, and most study relates to individual continuing professional development. All postholders felt that any discussion on the requirement of a doctoral qualification for future candidates for these posts was unrealistic. They were concerned that the nature of consultancy was poorly understood by others in the profession. The emphasis of these posts was on the clinical aspect of working, unlike in nursing where leadership was the dominant feature. There was also less evidence of the creation of innovative roles as seen in nursing. The future of this initiative in radiography is not assured, particularly if the current shortage of radiologists is overcome. With changes in management and/or the drive to deliver on financial and waiting list targets pressures may be placed on postholders to increase the clinical element of their roles. Unless the consultants themselves become more proactive in all elements of their domains of practice, and resist these management pressures, there is the possibility that the roles will become little more than those of advanced practitioners.

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Harris, Rachel Louise. "Experiencing the research role of the consultant radiographer : a grounded theory study." Thesis, University of Exeter, 2013. http://hdl.handle.net/10871/14272.

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Aim: The aim of this study was to explore what the core domain of research means to consultant radiographers in clinical practice and to identify the key factors that facilitate or hinder research activity by this staff group. Design: Grounded theory research methodology was employed. There were three phases to the study: • Literature review. • Electronic questionnaires to all those in consultant radiographer posts as identified by the Society and College of Radiographers consultant radiographer network. • Twenty five consultant radiographers invited for telephone interview. Results: Results indicate there are variations across clinical specialties as to the amount and level of research undertaken by consultant radiographers. The principal barriers revealed were: lack of time; excessive clinical workload; lack of skills and confidence to undertake research; poor research culture; and lack of support. The main facilitators noted were: dedicated time, research training and up-skilling; mutually beneficial collaborations; managerial understanding of the research domain of the role; and research focussed on clinical demand. Conclusion: Research is one of the four core domains of consultant allied health professional and nursing roles but, as yet, it is not fully embedded into those of all consultant radiographers. Many consultant radiographers appear to spend more of their time on the ‘clinical expert’ element of their role at the expense of the research domain. This research identified factors, from the consultant radiographers’ perspective, that both support and hinder research and suggests that, with ‘an intelligent overview’, some of barriers could be overcome. This study concludes that there is an urgent need for consultant radiographers to understand why research is one of the four core domains and to recognise the need to embed research into their clinical practice.

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Neep, Michael J. "The delivery of image interpretation education for radiographers." Thesis, Queensland University of Technology, 2018. https://eprints.qut.edu.au/123708/1/Michael_Neep_Thesis.pdf.

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Failure to correctly diagnose fractures on x-rays is an important problem in hospital emergency departments. This thesis included the first randomised controlled trial comparing the effectiveness of intensive and non-intensive formats of delivery of x-ray interpretation education for radiographers. The education was designed to improve the ability of radiographers to detect and describe abnormalities visualised on trauma radiographs. Findings suggest that the intensive format of delivery was more effective, although participants in both trial arms demonstrated improvement. These findings have relevance for healthcare and education providers who are seeking to improve radiographers' image interpretation in emergency settings.

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Carr, Douglas. "Developing the radiographer film reading role : an illustrative case in breast screening." Thesis, University of Derby, 2006. http://hdl.handle.net/10545/304841.

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Khine, R. "The professional and organisational impact of the consultant therapeutic radiographer : a case study." Thesis, City, University of London, 2017. http://openaccess.city.ac.uk/18844/.

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Background: Changes in therapeutic radiography have promoted the development of a consultant practitioner role in clinical practice. Clinical duties that were once performed by the clinical oncologist are now being shared in some trusts by Consultant Therapeutic Radiographer (CTRs) who are experts in their scope of practice. The first CTR was appointed in 2003, yet an evaluation of the role has remained limited. Aims: The thesis examines the CTR role, through the perspectives of medical, nursing, therapeutic staff and key stakeholders by means of a qualitative inquiry, with the intention to explore professional and organisational impact. Methods: A collective case study approach was adopted to facilitate the examination of the CTR role, using the Dimensions of Impact Framework (Gerrish et al., 2011). A three-phased research design was employed. Phase one of the study utilised a focus group with CTRs (n=4) as a scoping exercise to understand the current state of the CTR role in clinical practice. Phase two consisted of six case studies and utilised individual semi-structured interviews with CTRs (n=6) and interviews with medical, nursing and therapeutic staff (n=18) to gain a thorough view of the CTR role from their perspectives. Document analysis was also conducted using the CTR job descriptions to discern similarities or differences and examine whether the job descriptions provided the opportunity to demonstrate professional and organisational impact. In the analysis of the Phase two, data were mapped against the Dimensions of Framework to identify the perceived professional and organisational impact of the CTR role. Finally, Phase three utilised semi-structured interviews with key stakeholders (Society and College of Radiographers, NHS England and Health Education England) (n=6), to explore their views on the CTR role and on the themes derived from the six case studies Results: The themes identified under perceived professional impact were: professional outcomes, working relationships and identity. The themes identified under perceived organisational impact were: service targets, perceived patient experience and power. In addition, two further themes were identified: challenges of the role and future prospects of the role were also indicated. The main challenges noted were: lack of medical knowledge; lack of time for research; increased workload; meeting the expectations of the role; medico-legal implications and financial implications. The future prospects for the role were: more engagement with the consultant practice domains (such as the research domain); increase the CTR numbers and specialities; and develop CTR’s medical knowledge; further promote the CTR role, and have a responsibility for prescribing the radiotherapy treatment. Conclusions and recommendations This original piece of research has provided a detailed examination of the perceived organisational and professional impact of the CTR role. It has also identified a number of challenges and considerations for the future. Recommendations for clinical practice and policy include: conduct a national evaluation to capture the impact of the CTR role, further promote the role, develop a detailed job plan, undertake a review of educational and training of the CTR; and ensure adequate clinical support and mentoring. The addition of the concepts of power of and identity to the Gerrish et al., (2011) Dimensions of Impact Framework within this research needs testing in different professional and organisational contexts. Overall the knowledge generated from the participants’ perceptions of the CTR role presented in this thesis contributes to the literature on capturing perceived impact and provides new perspective on, and representations of, power and identity.

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Newton-Hughes, A. M. "A focussed ethnographic study of diagnostic radiographer problem solving in the trauma setting." Thesis, University of Salford, 2016. http://usir.salford.ac.uk/38048/.

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Aim: when imaging patients for x-ray examinations Diagnostic Radiographers should position the patient so that bones, joints and soft tissues can be clearly visualised. In order to achieve this a widely accepted set of positioning criteria have been developed for each anatomical region. In the trauma setting the radiographer must either move the injured body part sufficiently to meet the criteria or manipulate the imaging equipment to achieve a similar representation of the anatomy. This difference between the presenting position of the patient and the imaging position required presents the radiographer with an ill-defined problem which employs careful management to minimise patient discomfort, avoid risk of injury and optimise image quality for diagnosis. Little is known of radiographer problem solving in the clinical setting. This research uses focussed ethnography to investigate how the radiographer achieves appropriate positioning of the patient through the application of problem solving. Method: a focussed ethnographic study was undertaken in the clinical setting at two hospital sites. Sixty three observations of trauma imaging examinations were undertaken followed by semi structured interviews with the practitioners. The data were analysed thematically following a structure recommended for focussed ethnography. Results: the findings of this unique study demonstrated a multi-stage assessment process used to evaluate the patients’ injury and ability to co-operate with the examination. In light of the assessment the conduct of the examination varied with the degree of complexity of the examination and a measure of this complexity was developed to illustrate this. Findings demonstrated that in agreement with known models of practice the level of cognition required moved from subconscious to conscious as the complexity of the examination increased it was also found that radiographers recognised the importance of experience in managing imaging examinations. Opportunities for re-design of the examination request card were also identified to aid communication between the referrer and the radiographer and assist in the radiographers’ assessment of the patient. Areas for further research are also suggested.

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Books on the topic "Radiographer"

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Strudwick, Ruth M. The Ethnographic Radiographer. Singapore: Springer Singapore, 2021. http://dx.doi.org/10.1007/978-981-16-7252-1.

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Self-assessment tests for the practicing radiographer. Baltimore: University Park Press, 1985.

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Innes, Bruce. Priest & scientist: Joseph Slattery-Australia's first radiographer. Bathurst, NSW, Australia: Crawford House Pub., 1996.

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Henderson, Ian. The patient radiographer relationship: The perceived quality of the interaction as interpreted bythe patient and the radiographer. [Guildford]: University of Surrey, 1994.

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Price, Richard. The developing role of the radiographer: Issues influencing the future curriculum. [Hatfield]: [Department of Radiography, University of Hertfordshire], 1997.

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Möller, Torsten B. Normal findings in radiographgy [i.e. radiography]. New York: Thieme, 2000.

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Warren, Helen Marie. Optimisation of radiographic techniques for chest radiography. Birmingham: University of Birmingham, 1999.

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Radiographic imaging: A guide for producing quality radiographs. Philadelphia: Saunders, 1992.

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F, Simpson Jean, ed. Breast specimen radiography: Needle localization and radiographic pathologic correlation. Philadelphia: Lippincott-Raven, 1998.

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Eadie, Jennifer. The introduction of degree courses for radiographers: A study of radiography teachers from five schools of radiography. Uxbridge: Brunel University, 1992.

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Book chapters on the topic "Radiographer"

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Strudwick, Ruth M. "Working as a Diagnostic Radiographer: Relationships with Colleagues." In The Ethnographic Radiographer, 25–42. Singapore: Springer Singapore, 2021. http://dx.doi.org/10.1007/978-981-16-7252-1_3.

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Strudwick, Ruth M. "Ethnographic Methods." In The Ethnographic Radiographer, 13–24. Singapore: Springer Singapore, 2021. http://dx.doi.org/10.1007/978-981-16-7252-1_2.

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Strudwick, Ruth M. "Radiography Education." In The Ethnographic Radiographer, 73–82. Singapore: Springer Singapore, 2021. http://dx.doi.org/10.1007/978-981-16-7252-1_6.

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Strudwick, Ruth M. "Relationships with Service Users and Values-Based Practice." In The Ethnographic Radiographer, 95–124. Singapore: Springer Singapore, 2021. http://dx.doi.org/10.1007/978-981-16-7252-1_8.

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Strudwick, Ruth M. "Interprofessional Learning and Working." In The Ethnographic Radiographer, 83–94. Singapore: Springer Singapore, 2021. http://dx.doi.org/10.1007/978-981-16-7252-1_7.

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Strudwick, Ruth M. "Working as a Diagnostic Radiographer: The Role of the Diagnostic Radiographer." In The Ethnographic Radiographer, 57–71. Singapore: Springer Singapore, 2021. http://dx.doi.org/10.1007/978-981-16-7252-1_5.

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Strudwick, Ruth M. "Introduction to Ethnography and the Ethnographic Researcher." In The Ethnographic Radiographer, 1–12. Singapore: Springer Singapore, 2021. http://dx.doi.org/10.1007/978-981-16-7252-1_1.

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Strudwick, Ruth M. "Summary, Conclusions and Recommendations." In The Ethnographic Radiographer, 125–31. Singapore: Springer Singapore, 2021. http://dx.doi.org/10.1007/978-981-16-7252-1_9.

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Strudwick, Ruth M. "Working as a Diagnostic Radiographer: Structure and Environment." In The Ethnographic Radiographer, 43–55. Singapore: Springer Singapore, 2021. http://dx.doi.org/10.1007/978-981-16-7252-1_4.

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Yatake, H., Y. Sawai, N. Kobayashi, S. Kameyama, T. Inoue, T. Yoshida, T. Nishi, et al. "Impact of Additional Mammography, as Judged Necessary by the Radiographer, on Breast Cancer Diagnosis." In IFMBE Proceedings, 689–92. Berlin, Heidelberg: Springer Berlin Heidelberg, 2011. http://dx.doi.org/10.1007/978-3-642-23508-5_179.

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Conference papers on the topic "Radiographer"

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Prahardi, R., and Arundito Widikusumo. "Pentingnya Pendidikan dan Pelatihan Bagi Pekerja Radiasi." In Seminar Si-INTAN. Badan Pengawas Tenaga Nuklir, 2021. http://dx.doi.org/10.53862/ssi.v1.062021.005.

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Ionizing radiation, when it hits our bodies, can ionize and excite the atomic nuclei of cells. Ionization and excitation will cause DNA damage either directly or indirectly. DNA damage is direct if ionizing radiation hits DNA, while DNA damage is indirectly through the formation of free radicals (atoms with unpaired electrons) and has a very damaging effect on DNA. Therefore, safety in ionizing radiation, including its use in the medical world, is essential. Protection includes safety avoiding deterministic effects and stochastic effects. To protect against both deterministic and stochastic effects, the role of the radiographer is significant. Heinrich (1980) estimates that (85%) accidents are the result of the contribution of unsafe work behavior (unsafe act). Radiation accidents reported by the United States Energy Atomic Commission from 1960-1968 were caused by operator error (68%), procedural errors (8%), equipment damage (15%), and others (9%). When viewed in detail, the operator's errors were not conducting a radiation survey (46%), not following procedures (36%), not using protective equipment (6%), human error (6%), and calculating radiation exposure errors (6%). Therefore, the radiographer must know and understand ionizing radiation, its dangers, and the application of radiation protection from the results of a survey conducted at Prof. Hospital. Dr. Margono Soekarjo Purwokerto to 22 radiographers showed that the level of understanding of ionizing radiation, the dangers, and the application of radiation protection is still low. Therefore education and training are very much needed for them. Keywords: Radiation Hazard, Radiation Protection, Radiographer Education and Training

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May, Cecil G., Lawrence F. Gelder, and Boyd D. Howard. "The Use of Digital Radiography in the Evaluation of Radioactive Materials Packaging Performance Testing." In ASME 2007 Pressure Vessels and Piping Conference. ASMEDC, 2007. http://dx.doi.org/10.1115/pvp2007-26590.

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New designs of radioactive material shipping packages are required to be evaluated in accordance with 10 CFR Part 71, Packaging and Transportation of Radioactive Material. This paper will discuss the use of digital radiography to evaluate the effects of the tests required by 10 CFR 71.71, Normal Conditions of Transport (NCT), and 10 CFR 71.73, Hypothetical Accident Conditions (HAC). One acceptable means of evaluating packaging performance is to subject packagings to the series of NCT and HAC tests. The evaluation includes a determination of the effect on the packaging by the conditions and tests. Historically, that determination has required that packagings be cut and sectioned to learn the actual effects on internal components, either after each test to document the effects of that test, or after all testing is complete which determines the cumulative effect on the package. Digital radiography permits the examination of internal packaging components without sectioning a package. This allows a single package to be subjected to the entire series of tests. After each test, the package is digitally radiographed and the effects of particular tests evaluated. Radiography reduces the number of packages required for testing and also reduces labor and materials required to section and evaluate numerous packages. This paper will include a description of the digital radiography equipment used in the testing and evaluation of the 9977 package at SRNL. The equipment is capable of making a single radiograph of a full-sized package in one exposure. Radiographs will be compared to sectioned packages that show actual conditions compared to radiographic images.

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Miyamoto, T., and K. Hidaka. "Modified Model of Radiographer Scheduling Problem for Sequential Optimization." In 2018 IEEE International Conference on Industrial Engineering and Engineering Management (IEEM). IEEE, 2018. http://dx.doi.org/10.1109/ieem.2018.8607828.

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Yuura, H., T. Miyamoto, and K. Hidaka. "An integer programming model for radiographer scheduling considering skills and training." In 2017 IEEE International Conference on Industrial Engineering and Engineering Management (IEEM). IEEE, 2017. http://dx.doi.org/10.1109/ieem.2017.8290020.

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Bedford, Linda. "O-13 The role of the consultant radiographer in palliative radiotherapy." In Leading, Learning and Innovating, Hospice UK 2017 National Conference, 22–24 November 2017, Liverpool. British Medical Journal Publishing Group, 2017. http://dx.doi.org/10.1136/bmjspcare-2017-hospice.13.

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Lau, Clement, Stacey Aulton, Jane Crutchley, Sandeep S. Hothi, and Elisa McAlindon. "P26 Feasibility of radiographer led cardiac CT lists to reduce waiting times." In British Society of Cardiovascular Imaging Annual Meeting, Bath, 2022. BMJ Publishing Group Ltd and British Cardiovascular Society, 2022. http://dx.doi.org/10.1136/heartjnl-2022-bsci.31.

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Hall, H., M. Ruparel, S. Quaife, JL Dickson, C. Horst, S. Tisi, J. Batty, et al. "P78 The role of computer-assisted radiographer reporting in lung cancer screening programmes." In British Thoracic Society Winter Meeting 2019, QEII Centre, Broad Sanctuary, Westminster, London SW1P 3EE, 4 to 6 December 2019, Programme and Abstracts. BMJ Publishing Group Ltd and British Thoracic Society, 2019. http://dx.doi.org/10.1136/thorax-2019-btsabstracts2019.221.

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Morgan-Hughes, Gareth, Rebecca McNally, Stelios Iacovides, Prabesh Kirat-Rai, Nang Thiriphoo, Ali Powell, Tej Pandher, Ross Thorpe, Lou Mayo, and Carl Roobottom. "P11 Radiographer led CTCA – the beginning of the end for routine facilitating beta blocker therapy." In British Society of Cardiovascular Imaging Annual Meeting, Bath, 2022. BMJ Publishing Group Ltd and British Cardiovascular Society, 2022. http://dx.doi.org/10.1136/heartjnl-2022-bsci.16.

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Savoie, Charles, and Darryl Rivest. "Advanced Radiographic Scanning, Enhancement and Electronic Data Storage." In 2002 4th International Pipeline Conference. ASMEDC, 2002. http://dx.doi.org/10.1115/ipc2002-27174.

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It is a well-known fact that radiographs deteriorate with time. Substantial cost is attributed to cataloguing and storage. To eliminate deterioration issues and save time retrieving radiographs, laser scanning techniques were developed in conjunction with viewing and enhancement software. This will allow radiographs to be successfully scanned and stored electronically for future reference. Today’s radiographic laser scanners are capable of capturing images with an optical density of up to 4.1 at 256 grey levels and resolutions up to 4096 pixels per line. An industrial software interface was developed for the non-destructive testing industry so that certain parameters such as scan resolution, number of scans, file format and location to be saved could be adjusted as needed. Once the radiographs have been scanned, the tiff images are stored, or retrieved into Radiance software (developed by Rivest Technologies Inc.), which will help to properly interpret the radiographs. Radiance was developed to allow the user to quickly view the radiograph’s correctness or enhance its defects for comparison and future evaluation. Radiance also allows the user to zoom, measure and annotate areas of interest. Physical cost associated with cataloguing, storing and retrieving radiographs can be eliminated. You can now successfully retrieve and view your radiographs from CD media or dedicated hard drive at will. For continuous searches and/or field access, dedicated hard drives controlled by a server would be the media of choice. All scanned radiographs will be archived to CD media (CD-R). Laser scanning with a proper acquisition interface and easy to use viewing software will permit a qualified user to identify areas of interest and share this information with his/her colleagues via e-mail or web data access.

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Poland, Richard W., David M. Immel, and Boyd D. Howard. "Digital Radiography vs Conventional Radiography: Is Digital Radiography in Compliance With the Code?" In ASME 2002 Pressure Vessels and Piping Conference. ASMEDC, 2002. http://dx.doi.org/10.1115/pvp2002-1627.

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Savannah River Technology Center filmless radiographic imaging system specialists have been “champions” of filmless radiographic imaging at the Savannah River Site since 1993. Recently a study was done comparing the differences between conventional film radiography and lens-coupled, charge-coupled-device digital radiography. Characteristics of both imaging methods that were considered in the study included resolution, latitude (called dynamic range by digital radiography imaging specialists), and modulation transfer functions. The results of those comparative experiments will be presented. A description of the lens-coupled, digital radiography imaging system will be provided.

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Reports on the topic "Radiographer"

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Brooks, G. R. Thickness record of varves from glacial Ojibway Lake recovered in sediment cores from Frederick House Lake, northeastern Ontario. Natural Resources Canada/CMSS/Information Management, 2022. http://dx.doi.org/10.4095/329275.

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The thicknesses of 384 rhythmic couplets were measured along a composite sequence of glacial Lake Ojibway glaciolacustrine deposits recovered in two sediment cores from Frederick House Lake, Ontario. The visual comparison of distinctive couplets in the CT-scan radiographs of the Frederick House core samples to photographs of core samples from Reid Lake show a match of ±1 varve number from v1656-v1902, and ±5 varve numbers between v1903-v2010, relative to the regional numbering of the Timiskaming varve series. There are two interpretations for the post-v2010 couplets that fall within the Connaught varve sequence of the regional series. In the first, the interpreted numbering spans from v2066-v2115, which produces a gap of 55 missing varves equivalent to v2011-v2065, and corresponds to the original interpretation of the Connaught varve numbering. The second spans v2011a-v2060a, and represents alternative (a) numbering for the same varves. Varve thickness data are listed in spreadsheet files (.xlsx and .csv formats), and CT-Scan radiograph images of core samples are laid out on a mosaic poster showing the interpreted varve numbering and between-core sample correlations of the varve couplets.

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Back, N., D. Schneberk, C. McMillan, S. Azevedo, and M. Gorvad. Research on computed tomography reconstructions from one or two radiographs: A report and the application to FXR radiography. Office of Scientific and Technical Information (OSTI), January 1995. http://dx.doi.org/10.2172/74119.

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Bench, G., T. Felter, H. Martz, and A. Antolak. Feasibility of Proton Radiography for Mesoscale Radiography. Office of Scientific and Technical Information (OSTI), December 2003. http://dx.doi.org/10.2172/15009759.

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Watson, Scott Avery, and Nicola M. Winch. Practical Radiography. Office of Scientific and Technical Information (OSTI), February 2018. http://dx.doi.org/10.2172/1422907.

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Devine, G., D. Dobie, J. Fugina, J. Hernandez, C. Logan, P. Mohr, R. Moss, B. Schumacher, E. Updike, and D. Weirup. Quantitative film radiography. Office of Scientific and Technical Information (OSTI), February 1991. http://dx.doi.org/10.2172/6106663.

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Perry, M. D., J. Sefcik, and T. Cowan. Laser driven radiography. Office of Scientific and Technical Information (OSTI), December 1997. http://dx.doi.org/10.2172/665644.

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Wang, Zhehui. Radiographic Imaging and Tomography. Office of Scientific and Technical Information (OSTI), February 2022. http://dx.doi.org/10.2172/1844121.

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Guardincerri, Elena. Applications of Muon Radiography. Office of Scientific and Technical Information (OSTI), March 2017. http://dx.doi.org/10.2172/1351210.

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Gavron, A., K. Morley, C. Morris, S. Seestrom, J. Ullmann, G. Yates, and J. Zumbro. High energy neutron radiography. Office of Scientific and Technical Information (OSTI), June 1996. http://dx.doi.org/10.2172/244637.

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Laguna, G. Visual simulation of radiographs. Office of Scientific and Technical Information (OSTI), January 1985. http://dx.doi.org/10.2172/5780723.

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