Get a meaningful foundation in radiation therapy with the only text thats actually written by radiation therapists themselves! With its problem-based approach, Washington & Leavers: Principles and Practice of Radiation Therapy, 5th Edition helps you truly understand cancer management, improve your clinical techniques, and apply complex concepts to treatment planning and delivery. Plus, with its new full-color design and up-to-date content that spans chemotherapy techniques, radiation safety, post-image manipulation techniques, and more; this fifth edition gives you all the tools you need to succeed in both coursework and beyond.Comprehensive coverage of radiation therapy includes a clear introduction and overview plus complete information on physics, simulation, and treatment planning.Chapter objectives, key terms, outlines and summaries in each chapter help you organize information and ensure you understand what is most important.End-of-chapter questions and questions to ponder provide opportunity for review and greater challenge.Bolded and defined key terms are highlighted at first mention in the text and included in an expanded glossary.Spotlight boxes highlight concepts and offer the most important information as it appears in the chapters.NEW! Full color design enhances imagery throughout the book as well as augments overall learning.NEW! Updated chemotherapy section includes additional cancer biology terms and principles to provide the essential information needed for clinical success.NEW! Updated coverage of post-image manipulation techniques includes new material on Cone beam utilization, MR imaging, image guided therapy, and kV imaging.NEW! Revised section on radiation safety and misadministration of treatment beams addresses the most up-to-date practice requirements.NEW! The latest ASRT Practice Standards and AHA Patient Care Partnership content ensure you are up to date on the latest best practices in the field overall.