Embalming Theory II Final (FSE 212)
Which of the following is not a consideration when treating a body exposed to radiation:
Height/weight of the body
It has been estimated that ____ times more preservative chemical is needed to preserve tissues of bodies dead from complications of renal failure.
6
According to the Mausoleum Demolition and Disentombment Project, between 1900 and 1960 nearly ____% of human remains were embalmed.
99
This complication occurs as a result of altered carbohydrate metabolism leading to a buildup of lactic acid
Acidosis
Chemotherapeutic agents may include all of the following except:
Aminoglycosides
These drugs are the most widely used class of drugs
Antibiotics
This form of Histoplasmosis is progressive, forming granulomatous inflammation with caseation necrosis and cavitation.
Chronic pulmonary
When shipping human remains internationally, it is best to contact which organization to receive consultation on specific shipping requirements for the country of destination?
Consulate of the receiving country
Airline passengers are allowed to travel with cremated remains only in a checked bag: (t/f)
False
Proteolytic enzymes do not break down proteins (t/f)
False
This is a commonly prescribed synthetic opioid similar to morphine, yet 50-100 times more potent.
Fentanyl
This is an infection of the lungs, the ears, the nervous system, and the intestinal tract caused by a fungus commonly encountered as a saprophyte or a contaminant.
Phycomycosis
These drugs can lead to dehydration, low protein levels, kidney dysfunction , and the retention of nitrogenous waste.
Tranquilizers
Cremated remains may be shipped (domestic or international) through:
USPS
Purge from this area may have a white semisolid appearance
Brain
This type of bacteria is commonly found in the mouth, intestinal tract, and vagina of healthy individuals:
Candida
The second highest cause of preventable death in the US:
Obesity
The most frequently enco9untered gas condition is cause by:
Subcutaneous emphysema
This is a fatal disease caused by contamination of a wound infection by a toxin-producing, spore-forming, anaerobic bacterium.
Gas gangrene
These drugs are commonly used for pain relief and anesthesia
Opioids
This program requires all funeral homes who wish to transport human remains on a passenger aircraft to register:
Known shipper program
According to the Mausoleum Demolition and Disentombment Project, less than ____% of all 650 disinterments were in a state of active decomposition.
15
When embalming a decedent who passed due to complications of alcoholism, the embalmer should expect poor drainage, even within a reasonable time of death. (t/f)
False
What is the best practice for removing a transdermal opioid patch from a decedent?
Remove the patch with an instrument such as forceps
