Death Scene Investigations Flashcards
1
Q
All death scene reports are initially taken as ___
A
“death Investigation”
2
Q
What are EC’s 2 main responsibilities on a death scene?
A
- Make determination of death
- Notify the coroner
3
Q
Who notifies on call investigative units?
A
e911
4
Q
Reports and supplements for death scenes must be completed by when?
A
the end of the shift
5
Q
Who collects the deceased person’s clothes?
A
The clothes stay with the body and go to the ME’s office
6
Q
Unless requested by medical personnel (nurse, coroner, doctor) officers are typically not dispatched to what type of death scene?
A
a hospice death scene
7
Q
Who is responsible for the release of information to the media concerning the cause of death, manner of death, ID of vic, and the time of death?
A
the coroner’s office
