Patient Positioning

Introduction: More Than Just a Hand

History has a habit of casting its light on the names it deems worthy, leaving the rest to dwell in shadow. Wilhelm Röntgen, the discoverer of the X-ray, is such a name—illuminated in textbooks, immortalized in plaques, celebrated in the annals of science. But in the soft penumbra just beyond that light stands another figure: Anna Bertha Ludwig, the woman whose hand, offered without hesitation on a winter night in 1895, became the first human subject in a discovery tha...

Getting into an X-ray (radiologic technology) program is competitive. Seats are limited, and the selection process is designed to find students who are not only academically prepared but also professionally ready. If you’re worried about getting denied, know this: a thoughtful, strategic, and complete application can dramatically improve your chances.

This guide walks you through how to build a winning application—from academic prep and clinical exposure to personal branding and professional development....

You’ve highlighted your textbooks. You’ve re-read your notes. You’ve stayed up late. And yet... why does it still feel like you’re forgetting everything right when you need it most?

The truth is, most students never learned how to learn. They were taught what to study, but not how to retain, recall, and apply that knowledge—especially under the pressure of the ARRT Registry exam.

This blog is your solution.

Drawn from world-renowned research in cognitive science, memory championships, and peak learning...

 Let’s get something straight: most students don’t fail tests because they’re lazy or incapable. They fail because they never learned how to play the test-taking game. They walk into the exam room with knowledge—but without a strategy. And in a high-stakes academic world, strategy is everything.

Today we're going to break down what the best students do differently before, during, and after a test. Whether you're preparing for final exams, board certifications, or even a high-pressure licensing test like ...

The Real Reason X-Ray Students Struggle

Let’s be honest. You probably got into X-ray school thinking it was going to be challenging, but manageable. Then came the flood: anatomy, positioning, pathology, radiation physics, patient care, image evaluation—often all in one week. You try to write everything down, maybe you highlight your textbooks in every color, and perhaps you snap a few pics of PowerPoints. But when test day rolls around, you're left with a mountain of half-digested information and a feeli...

The Role of Pharmacology in Radiologic Technology

Passing the ARRT Radiography Registry Exam requires more than technical knowledge of positioning and radiation safety. It demands a well-rounded understanding of the clinical responsibilities that radiologic technologists shoulder every day. One of the most overlooked yet essential areas of knowledge is pharmacology—the study of drugs, their effects, and their uses. In radiologic practice, this includes understanding medications, contrast agents, and emer...

Passing the ARRT (American Registry of Radiologic Technologists) registry exam is a major milestone in your career as a radiologic technologist. But let’s be real—just “wanting” to pass isn’t enough. If you're serious about crossing that finish line, it all starts with one powerful move: setting a goal.

Why Goal Setting Matters for X-ray Students

A goal is a statement of a result you want to achieve. It’s not a vague wish or hope—it’s a clearly defined end toward which your efforts are directed. When yo...

Adopted from Dr. Angela Thomas' lecture on Patients' Rights from the 21 Day Registry Review Challenge

In the world of radiologic technology, our job doesn’t begin and end with producing diagnostic images. We’re in a uniquely trusted position—one that demands ethical clarity, compassion, and accountability. Whether assisting in a routine chest X-ray or preparing a patient for a complex fluoroscopic study, our duty to uphold patients' rights remains constant.

This comprehensive guide dives deep into three...

Forget Cramming. It's Time to Make It Stick.

If you're an x-ray student staring down the ARRT registry exam, there's one truth you need to hear: How you study is more important than how much you study.

You’ve made it through classroom lectures, late-night clinical shifts, and digital imaging labs—but passing the ARRT exam demands more than just reviewing notes or binge-watching review videos. You need efficient, brain-friendly strategies that actually help you retain information, apply it under pressure...