Chapter 15 Quiz

Question 1

The chemicals used for surface embalming may be:

Answer 1

• Liquid
• Gel
• Powder

Question 2

These sutures are temporary and are later replaced by more permanent sutures

Answer 2

Bridge suture

Question 3

Two types of supplemental embalming are:

Answer 3

• Surface

* Hypodermic

Question 4

Also known as the inversion suture, it is used to gather in and turn under excess tissues

Answer 4

Worm suture

Question 5

Considered the most secure and commonly used suture, it can be airtight

Answer 5

Baseball suture

Question 6

This suture is made with 1 needle and a single thread. It is used on exposed areas of the body and is directed through the subcutaneous tissue only

Answer 6

Single intradermal suture

Question 7

Suturing thread materials include:

Answer 7

• Linen
• Cotton
• Dental floss

Question 8

When should the pacemaker be removed

Answer 8

Before cremation

Question 9

When should intravenous needles be removed

Answer 9

Post embalming

Question 10

When should a colostomy bag be removed

Answer 10

Before or after embalming