Renal Failure

Question 1

Main problem for embalmers:

Answer 1

Waste products that build up in body neutralize formaldehyde, creating problems with preservation and tissue firming

Question 2

Problem: Sallow yellow skin discolouration

Answer 2

Treatment: Use fluid dyes, cosmetics

Question 3

Problem: Toxic waste buildup, acidosis of tissues; tissues don’t firm; rapid decomposition

Answer 3

Treatment: Use very strong solution (high index fluids)

Question 4

Problem: Gastric ulcers or GI bleeds may cause purge, affect distribution

Answer 4

Treatment: Use restricted cervical injection, or sectional embalming if necessary

Question 5

Problem: Difficult to achieve preservation

Answer 5

Treatment: Use fluid dyes to trace distribution, use coinjection chemicals, esp. buffers

Question 6

Cavities must be thoroughly treated

Answer 6

Aspirate immediately, and treat with at least 3 bottles of cavity fluid; reaspirate and reinject later