Random Medical Facts Flashcards
1
Q
How long does it take for rigor Mortis to take effect?
A
3-6 hours
2
Q
Why do muscles remain stiff and sometimes contract after death has occurred?
A
After we die, the membranes of our cells become more permeable to calcium. Certain muscle fibres are activated by calcium ions therefore muscles contract, hence why erections sometimes occur.
3
Q
What is the phase of death when the body turns cold?
A
Algor Mortis
