Workbook for Radiation Protection in Medical Radiography

Author : Mary Alice Statkiewicz Sherer Edition : 5 Number of Pages : 192 Publisher : Mosby List Price : $27.95 Amazon Price : $25.00 Used Price : $20.00

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Decent material; better as supplement vs. main source by .. Stir-Crazy (Texas)
I have just finished my Radiobiology & Protection class; and after a grueling semester, I have found that the Statkiewicz's book is disorganized and confusing. The author tends to hop around topics, for example: it says "see chapter 7 for more information", when you are trying to understand material from chapter 6. I was also using Radiologic Science for Technologists: Physics, Biology, and Protection (Radiologic Science for Technologists: Phys, Biol & Protectio) in another class, but Bushong's book also contains similiar and MUCH more organized and in-depth detailed pertinent information compartively. Bushong presented the same concepts in a more outlined format along with easy-to-read charts and tables. Some of Bushong's information does get into too much depth (no complaints there). After going through his book after Statkiewicz's, I felt like the material made a lot more sense. The only pro to using Statkiewicz is that she writes more indepth stories about the different radiation accidents.

No change in content by .. lett rr (orlando, fl)
If I would have known my husband had this book before and I looked through it and not much changes since the last one. But it was required that we purchase this edition for school.

Workbook for Radiation Protection in Medical Radiography by .. Betty J. Rosensky ()
This workbook has helped me prepare for my exam's and improve my scores.

Excellent book, great reference by .. rad tech (Colorado)
I found this book to be essential for all the info I needed for radiation protection. It's not only well-written but quite complete. It also served as a wonderful reference for studying for the ARRT exam. Another great reference for the ARRT exam, is:
*The Ultimate Study Guide for the Registry Examination in Radiography: Key Review Questions and Answers by Patrick Leonardi, Volume 1, 2 and 3*
This book had great questions that were a definite help for passing the ARRT exam. You can't go wrong with *Radiation Protection in Medical Radiography* and with Leonardi's book.

Worst written and most confusing text book ever by .. ()
I find this book very confusing, I am a student starting my 2nd year of radiology and this is the first time this book has been used by my college, and hopefully in the future they will find a better book. One of my assignments for class is to define all the key terms at the beginning of each chapter, and they are a joke. Starting in chapter 3 there are 2 key terms Dose equivalent and Equivalent dose you look up the definition for dose equivalent and after reading and defining the term it says, dose equivalent is now called equivalent dose. I think this is very confusing. I have seen several things like this already in this book and have only made it to chapter 3, I will be crazy by the time I get through this book and feel for anyone else that has to use this book.

The Truth About Self Protection

Author : Massad F. Ayoob Publisher : Police Bookshelf List Price : $9.99 Amazon Price : $8.99 Used Price : $6.48

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Very Good, But Has Outdated Information by .. S. Peek (Rocky Mountains, USA)
Although this is book contains lots of excellent material, it is also very outdated (written circa 1983).

It covers information on various issues related to self defense including: doors, windows, dogs, various types of weapons (including makeshift), safes, locks, physical techniques, concealed carry of handguns, and much more.

The various items covered range from preparation to prevent violent attacks, how to respond during one, and what to expect afterwards including PTSD and legal issues.

Some of the things that are outdated include references to dial phones, no mention of cell phones, and no commentary on currently popular weapons including Glocks, Sig Sauers, etc.

Even with its shortcomings, this is still a very worthwhile book. I hope that the author will work on revising it and putting out an updated edition.

The Truth About Self Protection by .. bigguy25 (Wappingers Falls, NY)
This book hasn't updated in a few years, the internet isn't mentioned in it.
I think that a lot of the book could be condensed into fewer pages. All and all for the price, it is a bargain. A lot of useful information.

Very Comprehensive Overview by .. Lodge2 (Texas)
The most comprehensive overview of "self-protection" available. Sections are broken out in a very logical arrangement; understanding the threat, passive safety measures, active measures and what to do after an incident. Not only does Ayoob cover those things you should do (buy good locks) but he also covers those things you should not do (booby traps). He explains the reasons behind his recommendations so you understand the thought process.

As many have said, there is a large amount of dated information in this book. The chapter on telephones is woefully inadequate. Rather quaint to read about somebody recommending touch tone phones because they are the newest advance in technology. The chapters on dogs are very interesting, especially since I am not a "pet person". I'd love to see this section updated to include the proliferation of "pit bulls" in society. It's been a long time since I have seen anyone with a Doberman.

A worthwhile addition to you library. It helps the reader expand their thought process to consider virtually everything in their environment and how it can increase or decrease their level of personal security.

DATED BUT WORTH READING. by .. BIG AL (Baton Rouge, LA.)
Ayoob explores all facets of self protection and defense. The technical parts of the book are very dated and in need of revision (not Ayoob's fault, things change). Alarm systems, cell phones, handgun design & ammo, locking devices, car alarms, etc. are all far more advanced than in the early 80's when this book was written. Concealed weapon carry laws for law abiding citizens are almost universal now unlike in the 80's (except on the left coast and other bastions of liberal government mistrust of self reliance). The theory parts are still very valid and worth reading. The tactics of avoiding confrontation and the legal and psychological effects of engaging in self defense are mandatory reading. The book is worth buying solely for the theory portions. Ayoob needs to update the book and reissue the book. I would buy the updated version.

Informative if a bit far-out in places by .. Beth Gabor (New York, NY, USA)
Some of the advice in this book is a bit far-out. There's a chapter on survivalism in the event of cataclysmic event (did you know you should have a warren of rabbits on hand to breed food for yourself? Never mind that your rabbits will be eating their own weight in grain) and another chapter on maneuvers a would-be victim can supposedly perform in their car to escape danger (if the assailant is kind enough to stand directly in front of your car while you have the ignition on, you can run them over). That being said, some sections like the discussion of window and door locks and structurally-sound designs for the house to resist intruders are really excellent if you're as much of a home security buff as I am. The author goes into great detail about the best types of locks and security systems to buy to keep one's home both safe from potential intruders and yet escapable in case of fire or other emergency. The section on the pros and cons of various types of handguns, probably what makes this book most famous, is also very informative.

Portfolio Construction, Management, and Protection (with Stock-Trak Coupon)

Author : Robert A. Strong Edition : 5 Number of Pages : 704 Publisher : South-Western College Pub List Price : $245.95 Amazon Price : $187.00 Used Price : $233.64

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Radiologic Science for Technologists: Physics, Biology, and Protection (Radiologic Science for Technologists: Phys, Biol & Protectio)

Author : Stewart C. Bushong Edition : 9 Number of Pages : 704 Publisher : Mosby List Price : $94.95 Amazon Price : $70.00 Used Price : $65.51

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• Quick-reference guides printed on colored end sheets provide easy access to frequently used formulas, conversion tables, abbreviations, and more.
• Special Math Formulas boxes and Important Concepts boxes emphasize key chapter content.
• A full-color design highlights important information and clarifies concepts.
• Objectives, key terms, outlines, introductions, and summaries for every chapter help you organize material and identify vital information.
• Challenge Questions at the end of each chapter test your understanding of terms, concepts, and formulas with a variety of definition exercises, short answer questions, and calculations.

• Significant chapter updates help you ensure success on the ARRT exam and keep you current with the latest practices in mammography, interventional radiology, multislice spiral computed tomography, and radiation protection.
• A new chapter on The Digital Image identifies the benefits and challenges of working with digital imaging and familiarizes you with technology you'll encounter in the clinical setting.
• A new Viewing the Digital Image chapter guides you through the most up-to-date viewing practices to ensure an accurate understanding.
• An expanded glossary introduces important new terms common to today's practice settings.

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Good flow but many mistakes by .. S. Ferenc (Michigan)
I just finished a college course in Radiologic Physics using this book. Each chapter's information and formulas build upon the previous chapter, and I found the flow of information easy to follow. The examples problems were helpful (sometimes) to make the author's point. But, thats where the problem lies with this book. The example problems had too many mathmatical mistakes or misprints. In one chapter the author kept switching the variable "L" with "1" within the same problem. Most other problems were either missing steps or the math was just wrong. I would spend twenty minutes on an example trying to figure out how they got an answer and finally would either just move on or come up with my own answer and verify it with the instructor the next class. For a book in its 9th Ed., someone should have caught these mistakes long ago. Each chapter had at least two, to as many as six mistakes. While there is good information in this book and great diagrams and charts as to how X-rays are produced, example problems make this book average instead of good. (Definitely buy the workbook if you purchase this book).

Book order by .. Kim Nye ()
Ordered a book for a college class and received it earlier than expected. The book was new and in excellent condition. I was very satisfied with the sellers service.

Review of Seller's Performance by .. John R. Max (Santa Rosa, Ca. USA)
Great Job! My book was sent out to me on time as promised. Your conscientious work ethic was appreciated very much!

Radiologic Science for Technologist by .. Lucille T. Cruz ()
On time for the shipment date in fact it was a day ahead of schedule.

Rad Tech Workbook by .. Teresa A. Loar (Coeurd'Alene, ID USA)
The workbook is a must! It has helped clarify information and given a nice overview of the concepts with practical applications. I have recommended it to other students in my class.

Trump University Asset Protection 101

Author : J. J. Childers Number of Pages : 288 Publisher : Wiley List Price : $24.95 Amazon Price : $13.78 Used Price : $13.76

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Three obstacles to wealth-lawsuits, income taxes, and estate taxes-can and will destroy the financial achievements of those who fail to properly safeguard their assets. In this book, attorney and tax strategist J.J. Childers lays out a plan for combating these forces so that anyone willing to learn and apply the secrets of the wealthy can do so in a smart, simple, and effective way.

J.J. Childers (Little Rock, AR) is a licensed attorney specializing in wealth structures that reduce taxes and shield assets. He speaks on these topics to thousands of individuals, investors, and small business owners each year. His unique ability to explain complicated strategies in simple terms has made him one of the nation's most sought-after speakers and practitioners on asset-protecting legal structures.

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A solid introduction to the topic of protecting your assets from taxes and lawsuits by .. Craig Matteson (Ann Arbor, MI)
The only thing The Donald supplies to this book is his powerful brand and two generic paragraphs for all this books in this series. There really is no thoughtful forward or anything to do with his insights. That being said, this is a pretty good beginners guide to the whys, whats, and hows of protecting your assets from the various income taxes, business taxes, estate taxes (the death tax), and lawsuits.

The author, J. J. Childers, is an attorney but writes clearly and simply enough for regular folks. The book's 17 chapters are presented in five parts. Part I covers the problem of excessive spending and a too passive approach to paying taxes. You can't build wealth that way. Childers shows you some basic principles on understanding the tax code and ways to use exemptions and deductions to keep more of your money. He also talks to you about the power of having your own business and the right structures to use to manage the risks involved.

Part II covers protecting yourself from lawsuits and carefully explains why this matters to you and matters more and more as your wealth grows. He presents you with some basic principles of using corporations to protect your assets and using multiple entities to match risk and assets rather than leaving all your assets in one pot vulnerable to a single catastrophic suit. Part III cover estates and death taxes. He introduces you to trusts and why they are essential to you and why a will simply does not provide you any protection from probate. Part IV shows you how to think like the wealth. Childers calls this the Mogul Mindset. He also takes you through the process of creating an asset protection team and what professional expertise you simply must have. As the author says, you may think you don't have enough wealth to worry about these things, but when you start adding it up, you can get surprised in a hurry. Don't let anyone simply take it from you because you failed to act.

Part V provides you with various resources such as a list of common deductions, which business structures provide various kinds of protection, a state by state guide to which assets you can protect during bankruptcy and a glossary of business and legal terms.

As with any 101 basic course, this is introductory and you will need to study more and dig deeper to master the topics in this field. But this can certainly get you started in the right direction.

Reviewed by Craig Matteson, Ann Arbor, MI

Very well written and sound advice by .. Terry Smith (Little Rock, AR USA)
This is an extremely informative and well-written book. Building wealth is vitally dependent on legally reducing your taxes by forming companies and properly structuring your income between earned income and passive income. The author covers the various forms of company entities such as general and limited partnerships, S Corps, C Corps, and LLCs. I've read several books about corporate entities and this is the first one I've found with practical, real-world examples that explain why an S Corp is better in one situation, while a C Corp is better in another, and an LLC is better in other circumstances. I came away believing (rightly or wrongly!) that I actually understand the differences now. The author then builds on that and explain how you can use multiple entities of different types to create a solid asset protection plan. He gives an excellent example of how a actively traded investment account can be structured as a limited partnership (with brokerage accounts held inside it) and whose general partner is a corporation. I've noticed this same structure when reading annual reports over the years, and now I understand why this structure reduces liability and has very significant tax advantages.

There is much more than what I've covered here. I highlighted text on almost every page in the book. My highlighting ratio is the predominant factor of how high I will rate a book. I will continue to pull this book off the shelf and refer back to it.

Learn just how much you don't know by .. Jim Davis ()
I was really taken by just how vulnerable many of us are to attacks by lawsuits and other events. Asset Protection showed me a world that I never knew existed a world where greedy lawyers (who should be disbarred in my opinion) sue for a living. Actually targeting companies and individuals not because they did something wrong but simply because their assets were easy to get at. Once that target is found then an "offense" is "created".

A lot of the concepts I have heard of before but this book broke them down and made them simple to understand. I have already begun to shape my assets in line with the models in this book by working with my Lawyer and my Accountant both of whom have since bought a copy of this book and have begun to use it to discuss options with their clients. The list of missed tax deductions alone is worth a hundred times the cost of this book and I can not recommend it highly enough.

So much more than I expected! by .. Velvet Glove ()
I know a little about business entities since I own a small business. I was worried that this book would either be over my head, or too basic. I found that it did a fantastic job of covering the basics without seeming to talk down to me. I also got some great ideas and strategies to really increase my protection and dramatically cut my taxes. JJ Childers manages to make complex strategies digestible for those not versed in legal jargon, yet doesn't talk down to anyone with familiarity in the areas he covers. Since studying JJ's strategies, I find I can understand and speak with my CPA and attorney with more confidence and comprehension. I have also found that I can make better tax and legal decisions with my new knowledge and my tax and legal advisors were impressed with my understanding of the topics of asset protection, estate planning and tax reduction. Thanks, Mr. Childers!

Everyone should read! by .. Sandra Palaza (Boston, MA USA)
Asset Protection 101 is a book that everyone should read. We all know about corporations, LLC's, Revocable Living Trusts etc and we all know about law suits and being sued - but this book puts it altogether in an easy to read format that anyone can understand. If you want to save money on your taxes, if you want to keep from losing everything in a lawsuit, if you want to be able to pass on your estate to your family, without probate and with the least amount of taxes - then Asset Protection 101 is a "must reading" for everyone.