MATS Sciences
Tissue reaction to an injury is called:
inflammation
An increase in the number of leukocytes (above 10,000 per cu. Mm) in blood, and generally caused by the presence of infection and usually transient is called:
leukocytosis
Polymerization of formaldehyde is inhibited by the addition of:
methyl alcohol
Autoclaving involves sterilization using:
moist heat
To remove purge from the oral passages, use the:
nasal aspirator
The pathological death of cells or tissues within a living body is called:
necrosis
Inform the relative, make disclosure as necessary, and obtain written authorization.
no change in color
The width of the face is proportionally equal to the distance between the base of the nose and the:
normal hairline
The foramen magnum is located on what bone?
occipital
The galea aponeurotica is the tendon for which one of the following muscles?
occipitofrontalis
In what position are complementary hues found on the color wheel
opposite to each other
A common ingredient in an autopsy chemical is:
paraformaldehyde
An asymptomatic person who carries disease organisms is what type of carrier?
passive
Phenol is used in embalming fluid as a:
preservative
After birth, red blood cells are created by the:
red bone marrow
What is the preferred order to treat an eye enucleation?
remove packing, cauterize, insert prosthesis, cauterize
In edematous remains:
results of embalming may reverse
Which of the following vessels is NOT a branch of the arch of the aorta?
right common carotid
A malignant tumor derived principally from connective tissue is a:
sarcoma
The superior mesenteric artery supplies the:
small intestine
Death of the whole organism is called:
somatic death
Illumination with a dim light increases the feeling of:
sorrow
The flattened section of the temporal bone is called the:
squama
When jaundice is present in the body you should use: 1-Masking fluids, 2-Bleaching fluids, 3-Aluminum chloride, 4-Paraformaldehyde
1 and 2
Possible consequences of a thrombus include: 1-Passive hyperemia, 2-Dehydration, 3-Ischemia, 4-Physiological active hyperemia
1 and 3
Rickettsia rickettsii is: 1-A tick borne disease, 2-A flea borne disease, 3-Rocky Mountain Spotted Fever, 4-Inclusion Conjunctivitis.
1 and 3 only
Which of the following conditions would be caused by a thrombus as evidenced during embalming? 1-Diminished distribution, 2-Edema, 3-Intravascular resistance, 4-Atrophy
1 and 3 only
Wearing protective clothing and exercising universal precautions: 1-Provides an effective barrier to portals of entry, 2-Eliminates the virulence of pathogens, 3-Reduces the number of microorganisms present, 4-Is required by OSHA
1 and 4
Which of the following returns blood to the right atrium : 1-Coronary Sinus, 2-Superior vena cava, 3-Carotid sinus, 4-Inferior vena cava
1, 2, and 4 only
Which of the following injection sites should be used when embalming a newborn infant? 1-Ascending aorta, 2-Right common carotid, 3-Abdominal aorta, 4-Right brachial
1, 2,and 3
Choose the correct path that spermatozoa would take as it leaves the testes: 1-Epididymis, 2-Urethra, 3-Vas deferens, 4-Ejaculatory duct
1, 3, 4, 2
An examination for early signs of death includes which of the following? 1-Digital pressure for carotid pulse and light test for pupillary response, 2-Ligature test for circulation and mirror test for respiration, 3-Checks for agonal dehydration and rigor mortis, 4-Observations of the eyes for clouding and flattening of the cornea.
1, 3, and 4 only
The line of lip closure is what distance from the base of the nose to the base of the chin
1/3
Which of the following would be a pre-embalming restorative art technique: 1-Surface waxing, 2-Temporary closure of wounds, 3-Application of topical bleaching agents, 4- ligating torn arteries
2 & 4
Which of the following are considered malignant? 1-Lipoma, 2-Glioma, 3- Lymphoma, 4-Osteoma
2 and 3
Which of the following is the correct order of the layers of the stomach wall that the trocar must pass through when inserted into the stomach? 1-Muscularis, 2-Serosa, 3-Mucosa, 4-Submucosa
2, 1, 4, 3
Arterial tube connections can be identified as which of the following types: 1-Quick connect, 2-Threaded, 3-Slip-type, 4-Luer-lok
2, 3, and 4
Which are major restorations? 1-Reduction of swelling, 2-Deep wound repair, 3-Repair of fractures, 4-Minimal hair replacement
2,3
What is the TWA for HCHO?
8 hrs
3-4 gallons
A 125 to 175 pound adult would require a minimum injection of:
inhibit bacterial growth
A bacteriostatic agent will:
A constricting chemical
A badly swollen eyelid should be treated with:
hemangioma
A benign neoplasm found in blood vessels is known as:
wound filler (firm)
A body being prepared has an open wound in the cheek which is approx. 1 1/2 inches in diameter and has no visible tissue in the hole. QUESTION: What consistency wax should be used during the initial application?
Stomach
A coffee ground appearance and foul odor would designate postmortem purge originating from the:
trichinosis
A disease often associated with improperly cooked pork is called:
chlamydia
A genus of microorganism that cause a wide variety of diseases in man and animals, including ornithosis, lymphogranuloma venereum, and trachoma is:
Dehydrated
A large volume of hypertonic arterial solution is primarily used to treat what type of tissue?
Edematous*
A large volume of hypertonic arterial solution is primarily used to treat what type of tissue?
concussion
A loss of function, either partial or complete, as resulting from a blow or fall (for instance) is termed a:
neoplasm
A new and abnormal formation of tissue or growth is a/an:
disease
A pathological condition of the body that presents a group of clinical signs and symptoms and laboratory findings peculiar to it and that sets the condition apart as an abnormal entity differing from other normal or pathological body states is a(n):
exotoxin
A poison secreted into the surrounding medium by a micro-organism is:
leukopenia
A reduction in white blood cell counts is:
antigen
A substance that induces the formation of antibodies and that interact specifically with them
surgical reduction
After embalming, the eyes appear distended. Acceptable treatment includes application of heat and:
*
After extensive reduction by heat, you notice dehydration in the eye area. To restore:
supraorbital margins
All of the following anatomical structures can be used for accurate location of the ear except the:
Use temporary sutures
An accident victim has severe facial lacerations and tissue separation. Before embalming, what treatment should be performed?
methanol
An anti-polymerization agent for HCOH is:
artificially acquired active
An immunity given by a vaccine is:
finger ligation
An inexpert test for death is:
genital warts
An infection of human papilloma virus can be manifested by the presence of:
endometritis
An inflammation of the lining of the uterus is called:
strict saprophyte
An organism that feeds on dead organic matter only is a:
Hydrothorax
Another name for pleural effusion is
Discoloration
Any abnormal color appearing in or upon the human body is called:
Which of the following statements regarding hair restoration on the crown of the head is most accurate?
Application begins at the point most distant from the hairline
femoral artery
Arteriosclerosis commonly first appears in which vessel?
Creutzfaldt-Jakob disease is:
Assumed to be caused by a prion
chemically dry deep wounds
Assuming written permission has been given, the first step after excising necrotic tissue:
bacteremia
Bacteria in the blood, that is NOT growing and multiplying is:
binary fission
Bacteria typically reproduces by a process called:
Cauterant*
Before applying wax to an abraded surface, the tissue needs to be treated with
What superficial dermatomycosis increases when associated with AIDS?
Candidiasis
Injection
Cavity embalming consists of two steps, aspiration and:
humectants *
Chemicals that create an increased capability for embalmed tissues to retain their moisture are called:
Preservatives
Chemicals which inactivate saprophytic bacteria, render unsuitable for nutrition the media upon which such bacteria thrive, and which will arrest decomposition by altering enzymes and lysins of the body as well as converting the decomposable tissue into a form much less susceptible to decomposition are called
Gas gangrene
Clostridium perfringens should alert the embalmer to the presence of:
Concurrent
Continuous drainage during injection is called:
respiratory
Coryza is a condition affecting which system?
drowning
Death by submersion in fluid is called:
Somatic death
Death of the whole organism is called:
malformation
Deformity, abnormal shape or structure, especially a congenital abnormality is a/an:
Secondary dilution
Dilution of arterial fluid in the body is known as:
Inflammation of the mouth is termed:
stomatitis
Bleaching of blood discoloration's may be done chemically by the use of all the following acids, except:
sulfuric
Which one of the following is NOT a type of prognathism?
superior
After embalming, the eyes appear distended. Acceptable treatment includes application of heat and:
surgical reduction
Gumma is the characteristic lesion of the tertiary stage of:
syphilis
When closing the mouth, the line of lip closure resembles a classic hunting bow because it:
three gently dipping curves
Body discharges from orifices, lesions, and biological vectors are:
vehicles of exit
face
During embalming, a fractured zygomatic bone could lead to swelling of the:
An inflammation of the lining of the uterus is called:
Endometritis
2, 3, and 4
Eye enucleation repair should include: 1-Packing the orbit with absorbent cotton, 2-Pack orbit with nonabsorbent cotton, 3-Use super glue to hold the edge of the eye lid together, 4-Use an eye cap
Temporary sutures
Facial trauma with multiple lacerations require the embalmer to first clean and disinfect the area and apply:
Bacteria that grow in the absence or presence of free oxygen are known as:
Facultative
brachial
Failure of fluid distribution to the area below the elbow would indicate a possible blockage of which of the following arteries:
preserve tissue
Formaldehyde is an ingredient of embalming fluid used to:
strong reducing
Formaldehyde is what type of agent?
urotropin
Formaldehyde reacts with ammonia to form:
are toxic to living tissue
Formaldehyde, glutaraldehyde, and phenol are hazardous because they:
8.5
Given a 30 - index fluid, how much fluid is needed to make 1 gallon of a 2% solution:
sporadic
Histoplasma occurs in high numbers in the Ohio and Mississippi river valleys, but has a low incidence nationally. This is an example of which of the following?
4 oz
How many ounces of formaldehyde are contained in a 16 oz. Bottle of 25 index arterial fluid?
emaciation
Hypo tissue building is a good post-embalming treatment for:
Family instructions
If a photo is unavailable, what is most helpful for styling the hair?
2.5
If the eye measures 1.25 Inches wide, the mouth should be how many Inches wide?
Seek special permission from the family
If the remains show signs of trauma which would require considerable restoration, what should you do prior to Restorative treatment?
Call the coroner/police/medical examiner
If, at the removal, you suspect foul play you should:
no active dyes
In comparing cavity fluid to arterial fluid, the cavity fluid will have:
medial
In relation to the lungs, the heart is:
Excise and rebuild with wax*
In washing the body before embalming, you notice several abrasions on the deceased's right cheek. What should you do?
When making telephone arrangements with an out of state relative of a deceased, you forgot to get permission to embalm. To charge for embalming, which you already performed, what must you do?
Inform the relative, make disclosure as necessary, and obtain written authorization.
cement
Large amounts of non-marginal hair can be attached by using:
atherosclerosis
Long-term uncontrolled diabetes mellitus frequently leads to:
7.4
Most pathogenic bacteria grow best at a pH of:
The causative organism in Primary Atypical Pneumonia is:
Mycoplasma
thyroid
Myxedema is caused by the low function of what gland?
The chemical group that makes an alcohol molecule soluble in water and useful to the embalmer is:
OH
Umbilical
Of the 9 regions of the abdomen, the central region is called:
Inflammation of the bone marrow cavity is called:
Osteomyelitis
A general term for describing any disease process that results in reduction in the mass of bone per unit of volume is:
Osteoporosis
nose and mouth
Pneumococci usually leave the body through the:
Proteins
Proteolysis refers to decomposition of:
germicides
Quaternary ammonium compounds are used widely as:
2 and 3
Red color in the skin comes from: 1-Carotene, 2-Hemoglobin, 3-Oxyhemoglobin, 4-Melanin
Inflammation of the nasal mucosa is called:
Rhinitis
Use living organic matter as food
Saprophytic bacteria exhibit all of the following charateristics EXCEPT:
What is the primary causative agent for puerperal sepsis?
Streptococci
surfactants
Sulfonates are used in mortuary chemicals as :
eyeball
Sunken eyes may be raised to a natural position by injecting tissue builder behind the:
Low tension liquids spread over a greater area
Surface tension is significant in disinfection because:
2ppm/15 minutes
The Formaldehyde Standard for short-term exposure to formaldehyde is:
Popliteal
The LEAST likely artery to use on an unautopsied infant is the:
maxillae
The alveolar process is on which bone?
ulnar artery
The anatomical guide that lies lateral to the tendon of the flexor carpi ulnaris muscle describes the:
radial
The artery which supplies arterial solution directly into the thumb side of the hand is called:
basketweave
The body has a mutilated mouth and chin due to a car accident. Which suture is best used to hold loose tissue flaps along the lateral areas of the wound prior to applying filler?
trumpeter's muscle
The buccinator muscle is also referred to as the:
restorative art
The care of the deceased to recreate natural form and color is the definition of:
bilateral
The comparison of the two sides of the face to observe the similarities and differences is referred to as:
surfactant
The component of arterial fluid that is designed to decrease the molecular cohesion at the surface of a liquid is known as a:
Case Analysis
The consideration given to the dead body, prior to, during and after the embalming procedure is complete is:
Case analysis
The consideration given to the dead body, prior to, during and after the embalming procedure is complete is:
The restricted cervical method of injection
The deceased had liver cancer. The body is yellow. The right femoral artery has arteriosclerosis. QUESTION: The best embalming results would be obtained by using:
Measure the nose and the ear in the picture. Use this ratio to determine the length of the ear
The deceased is missing an ear. The next of kin brings in a picture which shows a clear profile of the ear. How do you determine the correct length for the ear?
obtain written permission from the next of kin
The deceased was in a motor vehicle accident. There are multiple fractures, facial abrasions, and deep lacerations on the face. Major restorative work is needed. QUESTION: Before doing any major restoration, you should:
basketweave
The deceased was in a motor vehicle accident. There are multiple fractures, facial abrasions, and deep lacerations on the face. Major restorative work is needed. QUESTION: Close the facial lacerations with which suture?
Realigning the bones
The deceased was in a motor vehicle accident. There are multiple fractures, facial abrasions, and deep lacerations on the face. Major restorative work is needed. QUESTION: Treat the compound fractures by:
While embalming a skin donor, the practitioner notices fluid leaking from the areas of the body where the skin was procured. Fluid leaks from these areas are because:
The dermis was exposed during the procurement of skin
terminal
The disinfection done (after the embalming) of the embalmer, the instruments, equipment, prep room, etc. is known as:
tinted
The hue sequence pink, rose, cherry is indicative of red that has been:
Death
The irreversible cessation of all vital functions is:
inferior and posterior
The lateral end of eye closure line with respect to the medial end is:
three **
The line of lip closure has how many arcs?
1/3
The line of lip closure is what distance from the base of the nose to the base of the chin?
acquired
The mandibular sulcus is what type of facial marking?
columna nasi
The most inferior part of the nose is the:
6
The number of oxygen atoms in the formula 2Al(OH)3 is:
pancreas
The organ which produces insulin is the:
Graafian follicle
The ovarian follicle is also known as:
anterior
The photo view which would best help restore a fractured zygomatic bone is:
Lateral to the tendon of the flexor carpi radialis muscle
The place of incision for the radial artery is:
sterilization
The process of completely removing or destroying all microorganisms on a substance by exposure to chemical or physical agents, exposure to ionizing radiation, or by filtering gas or liquids through porous materials that remove microorganisms is called:
sedimentation
The process which allows suspended particles to settle to the bottom of a liquid is called:
attenuation
The reduction of disease producing ability is called:
cervical
The seventh vertebrae in the neck region are called :
oncology
The study of neoplasms or tumors is called:
vomit
The term "Hematemesis" is used to describe that there is blood in the:
medial lobe
The tiny prominence in the midline of the superior mucous membrane is the:
A person dies from tuberculosis and was embalmed using formalin arterial and cavity fluids. Three months after embalming, an autopsy was done in which viable tuberculosis bacteria were found. Which of the following best explains this finding?
The tuberculoses pathogen has a waxy cell wall that resists penetration by water soluble disinfectants or embalming fluids
anastomoses
The union of two arteries is called:
Eye
The width of the nose at its base is equal to the width of the:
rickettsia
They differ from bacteria in that they are obligate parasites requiring living cells for growth, and differ from viruses in that they are retained by the Berkefeld filter. They are:
integumentary lips
Tissue building with the needle inserted within the line of lip closure is a point of injection for the:
2, 3, and 4
To attach a decapitated head: 1-Reattach with super glue, 2-Insert a steel rod in the foramen magnum and spinal column, 3-Suture head/neck to torso, 4-Use a suture sealant
kidneys
Tuberculosis bacillus may be present in urine in the secondary infection of the:
A minute organism not visible with an ordinary light microscope is a:
Virus
Hepatitis B
Wearing protective gear reduces your exposure to contract:
treponema pallidum
What etiological agent causes a chancre?
morphology
What is the science of structure and form without regard to function?
microbiology
What is the study of those life forms that require the aid of a microscope to be seen?
Brain
What organ should be given special attention in the embalming and preparation of babies?
Phlebitis*
What pathological condition predisposes a body to distribution problems?
candidiasis
What superficial dermatomycosis increases when associated with AIDS?
Jaundice Fluid
When a body exhibits an increased or excessive amount of bilirubin, the embalming is best done with:
ischemia
When blood flow to an area of tissue is decreased, oxygen supply is also decreased causing a condition known as:
Thoracic congestion and increased blood viscosity
When death has been due to pneumonia, an embalmer should expect:
An aldehyde and alcohol based solution
When disinfecting removal equipment you should use:
hydropericardium
When embalming an individual who died from an acute myocardial infarction, which of the following problems might the embalmer encounter?
Abut
When posing features, the eyelids should:
Put on protective gear
When preparing to embalm a body, the FIRST thing the operator should do is:
1 and 3
When properly disinfecting embalming equipment, you should consider the following qualities of the disinfectant: 1-Speed of action, 2-Viscosity of solution, 3-Ability to attack a broad base of bacteria, 4-Pleasantness of odor
dyes
When used in arterial formulations eosin, ponceau red, and erythrosine are examples of:
1 and 2 (obviously wrong though)
When using photographs, the frontal view best exhibits: 1-Projection, 2-Depression, 3-Length, 4-Width
destruction of tissue
Which best describes a third degree burn?
rubor
Which is NOT a somatic mode of death?
Free flowing steam
Which of the following is about as effective as boiling water?
Basilic vein
Which of the following is associated with the brachial artery?
hydrothorax
Which of the following is synonymous with pleural effusion?
active immunity will be established*
Which of the following is true concerning a child who has been diagnosed with Rubeola?
3, 4, 2, and 1
Which of the following lists the muscles in the order in which rigor mortis appears? 1-Gastrocnemius, 2-Diaphragm, 3-Orbicularis oculi, 4-Sternocleidomastoid
duodenum, jejunum, ileum
Which of the following lists the parts in order that food passes through from the stomach to the small intestine:
2, 4, 1, 3
Which of the following lists the vessels in order going from the aorta towards the upper extremity: 1-Axillary, 2-Brachiocephalic, 3-Brachial, 4-Subclavian
sartorius
Which of the following muscles is found in the lowest extremity ?
grecian
Which of the following nasal profiles has a straight dorsum?
1 and 2 only
Which of the following stain removers would remove nicotine stains? 1-Kerosene, 2-Sodium thiosulfate, 3-Lemon Juice, 4-Sodium hypochlorite
Grecian
Which one of the following is NOT a general profile classification for the nose from the root to the tip?
application of talcum powder
Which one of the following is NOT a means of softening wax to alter the wax consistency for restorative art procedures?
mental protuberance
Which one of the following is NOT generally involved in positioning of the ear?
zygomatic
Which one of the following is a bone of the face?
alimentary canal
Which one of the following is a term used to refer to the digestive tract?
Reveals the degree of fullness of the cheeks
Which one of the following is a value to the restorative artist, associated with the three-quarter view photograph for restorative art purposes?
vertical
Which one of the following is one of the basic linear forms of facial profiles?
entamoeba histolytica
Which one of the following is the causative organism in Amebic Dysentery ?
fundus
Which portion of the stomach is the most superior?
ankylosis
While moving the remains of a 95 year old, the femur seems to be frozen in place. This suggests the presence of:
To remove road tar from the remains, use:
acetone
Naturally active, naturally passive, artificially active, and artificially passive are all types of:
acquired immunity
Incisions and excisions for restorative art purposes are usually made
after embalming
Which of the following methods consists of injecting a few ounces of arterial chemical, then draining for a few minutes-each one separately?
alternate
Points of origin and termination in relation to adjacent structures refer to:
anatomical limits
All of the following are parts of the mandible except
angulus sulcus
The photo view which would best help restore a fractured zygomatic bone is:
anterior
If the nasal bones are damaged, the distorted nose may be restored by plugging with cotton through the:
anterior nares
Substances which react with calcium to prevent blood agglutination are:
anticoagulant
A substance that induces the formation of antibodies and that interact specifically with them is:
antigen
To replace naturally short hair, the best method is to:
attach with wax
When restoring a sideburn, the application of hair should proceed:
back to front
When restoring a sideburn, the application of hair should proceed
back to front*
Incisions and excisions for restorative art purposes are usually made
before embalming
If the deceased was treated with iodine- 131 then:
blood and body fluids may be radioactive
Which of the following is commonly caused by a coccus?
boils
The right anterior superior iliac spine is the trocar guide for the:
cecum
Large amounts of non-marginal hair can be attached by using:
cement
Asphyxia as a result of an obstruction in the air passages is known as:
choking
Hematemesis, ascites, esophageal varices, and jaundice are associated with:
cirrhosis
The genus of an organism with the pathogenicity of Tetanus or Lockjaw is:
clostridium
Disinfection is aimed at:
destroying pathological agents
A general term for diseases characterized by excessive urination is:
diabetes
The movement of embalming solutions from the point of injection throughout the arterial system and into the capillaries is:
distribution
Which of the following is most likely developed from thrombophlebitis?
edema
When restoring hair, what is used for stray or straggler hairs?
embeddding
When embalming a body, cosmetic restoration is made easier by the use of:
eosin
A sudden increase in the severity of a disease is:
exacerbation
An infection that enters the body from the outside through one of the portals of entry is:
exogenous
The passage of embalming fluid through the capillary walls is called:
fluid distribution
The amount of formaldehyde required to preserve all the protein in a body is referred to as:
formaldehyde demand
A crevice in the skin accompanied by adjacent elevations is known as a:
furrow
Glands which carry both endocrine and exocrine functions are referred to as:
heterocrine
Chronic renal failure suggests the use of what type fluid?
high index
Which of the following will normally be aspirated from the stomach?
hydrochloric acid
The deceased was in a motor vehicle accident. There are multiple fractures, facial abrasions, and deep lacerations on the face. Major restorative work is needed. QUESTION: The preferred treatment for sunken eyes before embalming is:
hypo tissue builder
Intravascular blood discoloration is known as:
hypostasis
