Embalming Theory II (FSE-212-0901) Midterm Study Guide

Which of the following is not considered a stage of rigor mortis. A. Primary flaccidity B. Active rigor C. Secondary flaccidity D. Terminal flaccidity

D. Terminal flaccidity

When suturing an autopsied body, the embalmer should begin suturing at the: A. Pubic symphysis B. Left side of the Y incision C. Middle of the Y incision D. Right side of the Y incision

A. Pubic symphysis

Which of the following is not a commonly transplanted organ? A. Stomach B. Pancreas C. Small bowel D. Liver

A. Stomach

All of the following corrective treatments can be used for eye distention in cornea donors except: A. Tissue builder B. Surface compresses C. Surface embalming D. Heat spatula

A. Tissue builder

Super adhesive glues and bonding agents can be used for some closures instead of traditional sutures. A. True B. False

A. True

This plastic garment is ideal for autopsy cases, as it covers the entire body with the exception of the neck and head. A. Capri B. Unionall C. Coverall D. Plastic Shirt

B. Unionall

The Uniform Anatomical Gift Act is: A. A state act that will differ by jurisdiction B. A local act that will differ by jurisdiction C. A federal act enforceable in every state D. A recommendation, but unenforceable

C. A federal act enforceable in every state

This anaerobic bacterium which causes intense gas in the tissues accompanied by foul odor. A. Methanethiol B. Dimethyl disulfide C. Clostridium perfringens D. Dimethyl trisulfide

C. Clostridium perfringens

For a partial thickness skin harvest, what instrument is used in the harvesting process? A. Dermatroph B. Dermatome C. Dermashaver D. Dermablade

B. Dermatome

Due to their small size, infants must be embalmed using mild solutions and low-index arterial solutions. A. True B. False

B. False

This embalming method is recommended for extreme cases to minimize tissue swelling and provide maximum preservation. A. Restricted Cervical Injection B. Instant Tissue Fixation C. Six Point Injection D. Hypodermic Injection

B. Instant Tissue Fixation

The classic colors of discoloration associated with dehydration in the tissue of the body include all of the following, except: A. Yellow B. Green C. Black D. Brown

B. Green

The principal manifestation of diabetes include all of the following except: A. Hyperglycemia B. Glucosuria C. Ketosis D. Emaciation

D. Emaciation

At birth, the body water present in infants is approximately ____ of the total body weight. A. 22% B. 75% C. 78% D. 40%

B. 75%

What cause of death would cause a cherry-red discoloration, bright red color to blood, intense liver mortis, rapid post mortem staining, and petechiae? A. Drowning B. Carbon monoxide poisoning C. Electrocution D. Exsanguination

B. Carbon monoxide poisoning

Which document must accompany all bodies being prepared and shipped to another funeral facility? A. Cremation Authorization B. Embalming/Decedent Care Report C. Death Certificate D. Airline Letter of Guarantee

B. Embalming/Decedent Care Report

Reasons for a medicolegal autopsy include all of the following except: A. Determination of the cause of death B. Family request of postmortem examination C. Determination of the manner of death D. Establishment of the time of death

B. Family request of postmortem examination

Short term refrigeration is necessary in some cases and can provide several advantages to the embalmer. Which of the following would not be an advantage of short term refrigeration. A. The slow progression of rigor mortis in the body B. Increases capillary permeability for diffusion C. The maintaining of blood in a liquid state D. A slower rate of decomposition

B. Increased capillary permeability for diffusion

This type of burn can be classified as deep, affecting the posterior dermal layer of the skin and may cause blisters to develop. A. First degree B. Second degree C. Third degree D. Fourth degree

B. Second degree

Tissue donation is regulated by: A. The National Organ Procurement and Transplantation Network B. The Food and Drug Administration C. The United Network for Organ Sharing D. The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services

B. The Food and Drug Administration

What pathological condition will cause a dull reddish to black discoloration? A. Addison's Disease B. Icterus C. Dry Gangrene D. Wet Gangrene

C. Dry Gangrene

Which of the following medical devices must be removed prior to cremation? A. Colostomy Bad B. IV Needle C. Pacemaker D. Metal Hip Replacement

C. Pacemaker

Which of the following is categorized as an extravascular irregularly shaped blood discoloration that often appears on the arms and back of the hands? A. Livor Mortis B. Postmortem Stain C. Senile Purpura D. Hematoma

C. Senile Purpura

When treating the cranial cavity, this set of muscles can be sutured to keep the calavarium in place A. Frontal B. Sternocledomastoid C. Temporalis D. Occipital

C. Temporalis

The fluid strength for an autopsy is generally going to be higher. This is due to: A. The amount of time in refrigeration B. The delay between death and embalming C. Possible trauma/decomposition D. All of the above

D. All of the above

Time delays between death and preparation can present several problems to the embalmer. Which of the following would NOT be considered one of the problems associated with delayed embalming? A. Nonuniform distribution of fluids B. Swelling of tissues C. Increased preservative demand D. Lowered blood viscosity

D. Lowered blood viscosity

This type of jaundice causes obstruction of biliary drainage, bilirubin is not excreted by the kidneys resulting in hyperbilirubinemia. A. Prehepatic B. Intrahepatic C. Hepatocellular D. Posthepatic

D. Posthepatic

I have finished embalming a decedent that has an exposed stoma due to a colostomy. Which suture method would be effective in closing the exposed area of the stoma? A. Single Intradermal Suture B. Double Intradermal Suture C. Baseball Suture D. Purse String Suture

D. Purse String Suture

When embalming a decedent who has undergone a cranial autopsy, the embalmer must clamp vessels inside the cranium to ensure distribution to the face. These vessels make up which of the following? A. The Cranial Circle B. The Neruroarterial Circle C. The Superior Thyroid Arteries D. The Circle of Willis

D. The Circle of Willis

Drainage in a full autopsy case should be taken where? A. The iliac vein B. The jugular vein C. The basilic vein D. The cavity

D. The cavity