Embalming Flashcards
A process of chemically treating a human remains to reduce the presence and growth of microorganisms, retard organic decomposition, and restore an acceptable physical appearance is:
embalming
refrigeration
restorative art
funeral directing
A process of chemically treating a human remains to reduce the presence and growth of microorganisms, retard organic decomposition, and restore an acceptable physical appearance is:
embalming
Those changes occurring in the interval prior to somatic death are:
intrinsic
extrinsic
postmortem
antemortem
Those changes occurring in the interval prior to somatic death are:
antemortem
A sharp cutting instrument used for making incisions is called a:
forcep
scalpel
hemostat
separator
A sharp cutting instrument used for making incisions is called a:
scalpel
Injection and drainage from one location is called:
split injection
restricted cervical
single point injection
multi-point injection
Injection and drainage from one location is called:
single point injection
Chemicals which inactivate saprophytic bacteria are called:
vehicles
surfactants
preservative
anticoagulants
Chemicals which inactivate saprophytic bacteria are called:
preservative
Which of the following would indicate a post-mortem extravascular discoloration?
Cadaveric lividity
Livor mortis
Hypostasis
Post mortem stain
Which of the following would indicate a post-mortem extravascular discoloration?
Post mortem stain
Cadaveric lividity, livor mortis, and hypostasis are all intravascular.
What embalming instrument is used to inject arterial fluid into the thoracic walls of an autopsied body?
arterial tube
cavity injector
hypo-valve trocar
cannula
What embalming instrument is used to inject arterial fluid into the thoracic walls of an autopsied body?
hypo-valve trocar
Arterial tube is used to inject into the arterial system, cavity injector is used to hold the bottle of cavity fluid, and cannula is an old term for arterial tube.
The movement of embalming solutions from the point of injection throughout the arterial system and into the capillaries is called:
osmosis
dialysis
distention
distribution
The movement of embalming solutions from the point of injection throughout the arterial system and into the capillaries is called:
distribution
This embalming method consists of injection a few ounces of arterial chemical, stopping injection, then draining for a few minutes, and then repeating the process:
alternate
concurrent
continuous
intermittent
This embalming method consists of injection a few ounces of arterial chemical, stopping injection, then draining for a few minutes, and then repeating the process:
alternate
What type of embalming chemical might the embalmer use as a drying and disinfectant agent when preparing the cavities of autopsied remains?
sealing agent
mold preventative agent
mastic compound
hardening compound
What type of embalming chemical might the embalmer use as a drying and disinfectant agent when preparing the cavities of autopsied remains?
hardening compound
A sealing agent is a material used to provide a barrier or seal against any type leakage of fluid or blood. Mold preventative agent prohibit the growth of mold, and preservative powders are typically used for surface embalming the remains. Hardening compound is a chemical that has the ability to absorb and disinfect.
This term refers to the after-death examination of the organs and tissues of a human remains to determine cause of death or pathological conditions:
case analysis
autolysis
antemortem
postmortem
This term refers to the after-death examination of the organs and tissues of a human remains to determine cause of death or pathological conditions:
postmortem
The Formaldehyde Standard for short-term exposure to formaldehyde is:
1 ppm/15 minutes
2 ppm/15 minutes
3 ppm/15 minutes
4 ppm/15 minutes
The Formaldehyde Standard for short-term exposure to formaldehyde is:
2 ppm/15 minutes
Low index fluids used to inhibit bilirubin from turning to biliverdin are known as:
humectants
jaundice fluids
coinjection fluids
preinjection fluids
Low index fluids used to inhibit bilirubin from turning to biliverdin are known as:
jaundice fluids
Chemicals that increase the capability for embalmed tissues to retain their moisture are called:
humectants
buffers
surfactants
anticoagulants
Chemicals that increase the capability for embalmed tissues to retain their moisture are called:
humectants
What is created when the embalmer combines embalming fluid with water in the injection device?
distribution
primary dilution
fluid diffusion
secondary dilution
What is created when the embalmer combines embalming fluid with water in the injection device?
primary dilution
Distribution is the movement of embalming solution from injection point through the blood vascular system. Fluid diffusion is the movement of embalming solutions from capillaries into interstitial fluids. Secondary dilution is the weakening of embalming fluid by the fluids in the body. Primary dilution is attained as the embalming solution is mixed in the embalming machine.
Which of the following is not one of the four divisions of OSHA that affect the funeral home:
A) General Rule
B) Federal Trade Commission
C) Hazard Communications Standard
D) The Formaldehyde Rule
B) Federal Trade Commission
Decomposition of proteins by the action of enzymes from anaerobic bacteria is the definition of:
A) Putrefaction
B) Decay
C) Saprophytic bacteria
D) Gangrene
A) Putrefaction
Another word for decompose:
A) anaerobic
B) aerobic
C) decay
D) putrefaction
C) decay
Is accomplished through direct contact of embalming chemicals with the body tissues.
cavity
hypodermic
surface
supplemental
surface
Includes hypodermic and surface embalming.
cavity
hypodermic
surface
supplemental
supplemental
Is accomplished with a needle and syringe.
arterial
cavity
hypodermic
supplemental
hypodermic
Is the direct treatment of the thoracic, abdominal, and pelvic cavities.
arterial
cavity
hypodermic
supplemental
cavity
Is accomplished through the blood vascular system.
arterial
cavity
hypodermic
supplemental
arterial
Which of the following is not a cause of death that must be reported to the coroner:
A) hanging
B) gunshot wound
C) poisoning
D) heart attack
D) heart attack
An example of manner of death is:
A) natural
B) heart attack
C) pneumonia
D) stroke
A) natural
Which of the following is not included on an embalming report:
A) name of the deceased
B) name of the funeral home
C) name of the doctor
D) name of the embalmer
C) name of the doctor
Embalming steps in chronological order per the textbook.
1 Begin cosmetic treatment. 2 Remove all clothing from the body. 3 Select, raise, and inject the artery to be used for embalming. 4 Aspirate 5 Set features
1, 2, 3, 4, 5
2, 5, 3, 4, 1
5, 2, 3, 4, 5
2, 5, 4, 3, 1
2, 5, 3, 4, 1
Freedom from infection and from any form of life:
Asepsis
Disinfectant
Sanitizer
Germicide
Asepsis
An agent applied to inanimate objects/surface:
Asepsis
Disinfectant
Sanitizer
Germicide
Disinfectant
An agent applied to inanimate objects/surfaces or living tissue:
Asepsis
Disinfectant
Sanitizer
Germicide
Germicide
An agent applied to a pre‑cleaned object/surface:
Asepsis
Disinfectant
Sanitizer
Germicide
Sanitizer
It requires that employers tell their employees the dangers that exist in the workplace, and that they train them how to protect themselves.
A) Bloodborne Pathogens Rule
B) The Formaldehyde Standard
C) Hazard Communication Rule
D) None of these
C) Hazard Communication Rule
Which of the following is the most commonly used modern day injection device:
A) gravity bottle
B) bulb syringe
C) air pressure machine
D) centrifugal pump
D) centrifugal pump
STEL:
A) Measured over an 8 hours time period.
B) To avoid retesting, the exposure level should be below 2 ppm
C) Measured over a 15 minute time period.
D) To avoid retesting, the exposure level should be below .5ppm
Both B and C
B) To avoid retesting, the exposure level should be below 2 ppm
C) Measured over a 15 minute time period.
TWA:
A) Measured over an 8 hours time period.
B) To avoid retesting, the exposure level should be below 2 ppm
C) Measured over a 15 minute time period.
D) To avoid retesting, the exposure level should be below .5ppm
Both A & D
A) Measured over an 8 hours time period.
D) To avoid retesting, the exposure level should be below .5ppm
Which of the following instruments are Injection Instruments?
Mouth Former Stopcock Scalpel Cavity Fluid Injector Y‑Tube Needle Injector Arterial Tube Aneurysm Needle Trocar Suture Needle
Stopcock, Y‑Tube, Arterial Tube
Which of the following instruments are Aspirating Instruments?
Mouth Former Stopcock Scalpel Cavity Fluid Injector Y‑Tube Needle Injector Arterial Tube Aneurysm Needle Trocar Suture Needle
Cavity Fluid Injector, Trocar
Which of the following instruments are Feature Setting Devices?
Mouth Former Stopcock Scalpel Cavity Fluid Injector Y‑Tube Needle Injector Arterial Tube Aneurysm Needle Trocar Suture Needle
Mouth Former, Needle Injector
Which of the following instruments are General Instruments?
Mouth Former Stopcock Scalpel Cavity Fluid Injector Y‑Tube Needle Injector Arterial Tube Aneurysm Needle Trocar Suture Needle
Scalpel, Aneurysm Needle, Suture Needle
Would you use an ACTIVE or INACTIVE DYE when trying to clear a postmortem discoloration?
Active
Would you use hardening compound for an AUTOPSIED or UNAUTOSPIED case?
Autopsied
These are also known as masking agents.
Vehicles
Dyes
Surfactants
Deoderants or Reoderants
Deoderants or Reoderants
These can be active or inactive.
Vehicles
Dyes
Surfactants
Deoderants or Reoderants
Dyes
These reduce the molecular cohesion of a liquid and thereby enable it to flow through smaller apertures.
Vehicles
Dyes
Surfactants
Deoderants or Reoderants
Surfactants
The best example of this is water.
Vehicles
Dyes
Surfactants
Deoderants or Reoderants
Vehicles
Formalin is the most commonly used chemical in this category.
Germicide
Preservative
Modifying Agents
Anticoagulant
Preservative
They influence the chemical reaction produced by the preservative solution and function to control the action of the main preservative agents.
Germicide
Preservative
Modifying Agents
Anticoagulant
Modifying Agents
They retard the tendency of blood to become more viscous.
Germicide
Preservative
Modifying Agents
Anticoagulant
Anticoagulant
They work in embalming fluids to kill microorganisms or to render them inactive.
Germicide
Preservative
Modifying Agents
Anticoagulant
Germicide
Jaundice embalming fluid has a HIGHER or LOWER index of formaldehyde?
Lower
Would you typically use a humectant on a case with EDEMA or DEHYDRATION?
Dehydration
The dorsalis pedis artery is found in the:
A) arm B) hand C) leg D) foot E) torso
D) foot
The point of origin and point of termination of a structure in relation to adjacent structures is the definition of:
A) Anatomical Position
B) Anatomical Guide
C) Anatomical Limit
D) Linear Guide
C) Anatomical Limit
Match the anatomical guide with the correct artery.
Medial border of the psoas major muscle
Axillary Artery Common Carotid Artery Radial External Iliac Artery Femoral Artery
External Iliac Artery
Match the anatomical guide with the correct artery.
Lateral to the tendon of the flexor carpi radialis
muscle
Axillary Artery Common Carotid Artery Radial External Iliac Artery Femoral Artery
Radial
Match the anatomical guide with the correct artery.
Along the medial border of the sternocleidomastoid muscle
Axillary Artery Common Carotid Artery Radial External Iliac Artery Femoral Artery
Common Carotid Artery
Match the anatomical guide with the correct artery.
Through the center of the femoral triangle
Axillary Artery Common Carotid Artery Radial External Iliac Artery Femoral Artery
Femoral Artery
Match the anatomical guide with the correct artery.
Behind the medial border of the coracobrachialis
muscle
Axillary Artery Common Carotid Artery Radial External Iliac Artery Femoral Artery
Axillary Artery
Match the linear guide with the correct artery.
Through the center of the popliteal space parallel to the long axis of the lower extremity
Potliteal Artery Ulnar Artery Anterior Tibial Artery Posterior Tibial Artery Brachial Artery
Potliteal Artery
Match the linear guide with the correct artery.
Midway between the medial malleolus and the calcaneus tendon
Potliteal Artery Ulnar Artery Anterior Tibial Artery Posterior Tibial Artery Brachial Artery
Posterior Tibial Artery
Match the linear guide with the correct artery.
Lateral to the tendon of the flexor carpi ulnaris muscle
Potliteal Artery Ulnar Artery Anterior Tibial Artery Posterior Tibial Artery Brachial Artery
Ulnar Artery
Match the linear guide with the correct artery.
From the lateral border of the patella to the anterior surface of the ankle joint
Potliteal Artery Ulnar Artery Anterior Tibial Artery Posterior Tibial Artery Brachial Artery
Anterior Tibial Artery
Match the linear guide with the correct artery.
Posterior to the medial border of the belly of the biceps brachii muscle
Potliteal Artery Ulnar Artery Anterior Tibial Artery Posterior Tibial Artery Brachial Artery
Brachial Artery
Match the artery with the correct origination point.
Originates from the subclavian artery
Right Common Carotid Artery Femoral Artery Axillary Artery Brachial Artery Left Common Carotid Artery
Axillary Artery
Match the artery with the correct origination point.
Originates from the axillary artery
Right Common Carotid Artery Femoral Artery Axillary Artery Brachial Artery Left Common Carotid Artery
Brachial Artery
Match the artery with the correct origination point.
Originates from the brachiocephalic artery
Right Common Carotid Artery Femoral Artery Axillary Artery Brachial Artery Left Common Carotid Artery
Right Common Carotid Artery
Match the artery with the correct origination point.
Originates from the arch of the aorta
Right Common Carotid Artery Femoral Artery Axillary Artery Brachial Artery Left Common Carotid Artery
Left Common Carotid Artery
Match the artery with the correct origination point.
Originates from the external iliac artery
Right Common Carotid Artery Femoral Artery Axillary Artery Brachial Artery Left Common Carotid Artery
Femoral Artery
The basilic vein accompanies which artery?
A) axillary
B) subclavian
C) brachial
D) ulnar
C) brachial
This serves as the base for the femoral triangle:
A) inguinal ligament
B) sartorius muscle
C) adductor longus muscle
D) iliac artery
A) inguinal ligament
Included in the anterior triangle are:
A) SCM, platysma, jugular vein
B) mandible, angle of the jaw, mastoid process of the temporal bone
C) hyoid bone, thyroid and cricoid cartilages
D) sternum, sternoclavicular articulation, suprasternal notch
C) hyoid bone, thyroid and cricoid cartilages
Embalming analysis should be documented:
A) verbally
B) in report form
C) it does not need to be documented
D) only when necessary
B) in report form
The purpose of embalming analysis is to select those embalming procedures that provide a thoroughly sanitized and preserved body that closely resembles the lifelike appearances of the deceased.
A) True
B) False
A) True
An artery and vein at one location are used for
injection and drainage.
Six‑point Injection Split Injection One‑Point Injection Multi‑point Injection Sectional Vascular Embalming
One‑Point Injection
The injection is made in an artery at one location
and the drainage occurs from a vein at another
location.
Six‑point Injection Split Injection One‑Point Injection Multi‑point Injection Sectional Vascular Embalming
Split Injection
Injection from two or more arteries.
Six‑point Injection Split Injection One‑Point Injection Multi‑point Injection Sectional Vascular Embalming
Multi‑point Injection
Both carotids, axillarys, and femorals are used for
injection, any or all of the corresponding veins can be used for drainage.
Six‑point Injection Split Injection One‑Point Injection Multi‑point Injection Sectional Vascular Embalming
Six‑point Injection
The embalming of a body region.
Six‑point Injection Split Injection One‑Point Injection Multi‑point Injection Sectional Vascular Embalming
Sectional Vascular Embalming
Match the body region with the artery(s) used to embalm each area.
Subclavian, axillary, brachial artery
Face and Head Upper Extremity Hand Lower Extremity Body Trunk
Upper Extremity
Match the body region with the artery(s) used to embalm each area.
Common carotid artery
Face and Head Upper Extremity Hand Lower Extremity Body Trunk
Face and Head
Match the body region with the artery(s) used to embalm each area.
In the unautopsied body, injection of any major artery, injecting toward the trunk region
Face and Head Upper Extremity Hand Lower Extremity Body Trunk
Body Trunk
Match the body region with the artery(s) used to embalm each area.
Radial or ulnar artery
Face and Head Upper Extremity Hand Lower Extremity Body Trunk
Hand
Match the body region with the artery(s) used to embalm each area.
Common iliac, external iliac, femoral artery
Face and Head Upper Extremity Hand Lower Extremity Body Trunk
Lower Extremity
A time period of embalming analysis is:
A) pre‑embalming
B) during embalming
C) after embalming
D) all of these
D) all of these
It is not the cause of death or disease but the effects and conditions produced by the disease in the body
that should concern the embalmer.
A) True
B) False
A) True
Match the factor as intrinsic or extrinsic
Vermin
extrinsic
Match the factor as intrinsic or extrinsic
Atmospheric Conditions
extrinsic
Match the factor as intrinsic or extrinsic
Age
intrinsic
Match the factor as intrinsic or extrinsic
Body Weight
intrinsic
This color of ceiling is a must for the preparation room:
A) Red
B) Black
C) Blue
D) White
D) White
The permissible short‑term exposure limit of formaldehyde may not exceed:
A) 1.0
B) 1.5
C) 2.0
D) 2.5
C) 2.0
This type of pressure is measured on the gauge of the centrifugal embalming machine, indicating the
pressure in the delivery line of the machine with the rate of flow valve closed or the stop‑cock turned off:
A) Actual
B) Differential
C) Reverse
D) Potential
D) Potential
This type of pressure is read on the gauge on the centrifugal pump when the rate of flow valve is open and the arterial solution is entering the body:
A) Actual
B) Differential
C) Reverse
D) Potential
A) Actual
These organs make up the tripod of life:
A) Spinal cord, Brain, Skull
B) Heart, Lungs, Brain
C) Stomach, Small Intestines, Large Intestines
D) Arteries, Veins, Capillaries
B) Heart, Lungs, Brain
This type of disinfection is a method for breaking the cycle of transmission of infectious agents in the preparation room:
A) Primary
B) Secondary
C) Complete
D) Advanced
A) Primary
A rise in body temperature after death is:
A) Postmortem stain
B) Postmortem caloricity
C) Rigor mortis
D) Algor mortis
B) Postmortem caloricity
Agonal or postmortem redistribution of host micro flora on a host‑wide basis:
A) Translocation
B) Cisterna cerebellomedullaris
C) Droplet nucleus
D) Idophor
A) Translocation
During preparation of a dead human body - Spray the inside walls of the cavity with a droplet disinfectant spray.
unautopsied
autopsied
both autopsied and unautopsied
autopsied
During preparation of a dead human body - After aspiration inject the cavities via the trocar with an undiluted cavity fluid.
unautopsied
autopsied
both autopsied and unautopsied
unautopsied
During preparation of a dead human body - Select the arterial fluid and prepare the embalming solution.
unautopsied
autopsied
both autopsied and unautopsied
both autopsied and unautopsied
During preparation of a dead human body - Select the artery that will be used for injection and the vein that will be used for drainage, and make the incision.
unautopsied
autopsied
both autopsied and unautopsied
unautopsied
During preparation of a dead human body - Anchor the calvarium into position.
unautopsied
autopsied
both autopsied and unautopsied
autopsied
Decomposition of all tissues by enzymes that form without microbial assistance is defined as:
A) Protein
B) Putrefaction
C) Autolysis
D) Lysosome
C) Autolysis
The most positive sign of death is:
A) Postmortem lividity
B) Rigor mortis
C) Algor mortis
D) Decomposition
D) Decomposition
This is classified as natural, suicide, homicide, accident, or unknown:
A) Cause of death
B) Manner of death
C) Specific death
D) Common death
A) Manner of death
Clinical death occurs when the following cease:
A) respiration and brain activity
B) heartbeat and brain activity
C) respiration and heartbeat
D) pupil dilation and brain activity
C) respiration and heartbeat
