NBE Compend Embalming
104. hardening compound is used A. as a preservative and drying agent in autopsied cases B. as a hardening agent in arterial fluids C. as a pack application D. as a buffer
A
105. hard water A. promotes blood clotting B. prevents blood clotting C. has no effect on blood clotting D. enhances fluid distribution
A
107. the arterial fluid injected into an edematous body will be A. diluted B. strengthened C. unaffected D. thickened
A
120. which of the following is an antemortem extravascular blood discoloration A. hematoma B. postmortem stain C. livor mortis D. carbon monoxide discoloration
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136. which of the following does NOT favor dehydration A. Anasarca B. Hemorrhage C. Pulmonary Tuberculosis D. Typhoid Fever
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140. Death beginning by failure of one of the vital organs of the body is A. somatic death B. cellular death C. necrosis D. necrobiosis
A
142. Th temporary rise in body temperature after death is called A. postmortem caloricity B. Postmortem hypostasis C. autolysis D. livor mortis
A
144. the decomposition of protein by the action of aerobic bacteria is A. decay B. fermentation C. putrefaction D. lipolysis
A
152. the arterial fluid injected into an edematous body will be A. diluted by the edema B. strengthened by the edema C. unaffected by the edema D. None of these
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160. The Egyptians immersed bodies in A. natron solution B. spices C. balsam spirits D. spirits of wine
A
164. fatty tissue in a body retards algor mortis because it A. insulates B. desiccates C. decomposes D. none of these
A
170. which of the following is not an infectious disease A. hydrocephalus B. hepatitis C. rabies D. pneumonia
A
175. with the embalming machine turned on and the rate of flow valved closed the type of pressure being shows on the pressure gauge is A. potential pressure B. differential pressure C. actual pressure D. practical pressure
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176. factors influencing the rate of decomposition such as air environmental temperature and moisture in the atmosphere are known as A. extrinsic factors B. intrinsic factors B. intravascular factors D extravascular factors
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178. which of the following arteries begins at the level of the second costal cartilage A. left common carotid B. right common carotid C. right axillary D. left brachial
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182. If you use 8 oz of 16 index fluid to one gallon of water, what would be the index of your solution A. 1.0% B. 1.25% C 1.5% D 2.5%
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185. which index fluid must you use to have 2 gallons of diluted fluid with a strength of 1% if you use 16 oz of concentrated fluid A. 16 B. 18 C. 20 D. 25
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189. who is said to be the "father of histology" A. Marcello Malpighi B. Leeuwenhoek C. jean Gannal D. Dr Frederich Ruysch
A
193. The center of blood drainage in embalming is the A. right atrium of the heart B. arch of the aorta C. circle of Willis D. superior vena cava
A
197. separation of the dermis and the epidermis after death is called A. desquamation B. dehydration C. desiccation D. saccharolysis
A
20. The linear guide for the brachial artery is form the A. Center of the base of the axillary spaced to the center of the inner bend of the elbow. B. Center of the antecubital fossa to the center of the base of the index finger. C. Center of the axillary space parallel to the long axis of the upper extremity. D. Center of the inguinal ligament to the center of the medial condyle of the femur.
A
203. the post mortem evacuation of any substance from any external orifice of the body due to internal and/or external pressure is A. purge B. desquamation C. skin slip D. emanciation
A
211. jaundice is best described by which of the following A. yellow B. gray C. bronze D. green
A
213. the color of cadaveric lividity can be best described by which of the following A. Gray B. Cherry Red C. Green D. Purple
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216. addison's disease generally results in which kind of a discoloration A. bronze B. yellow C. gray D. green
A
232. a dead human body which is used for anatomical and scientific study is A. A cadaver B. a corpse C. cremains D. human remains
A
239. an influential person in medical embalming who discovered the circulation of blood in 1628 was A. Dr William Harvey B. Jean Gannal C. Dr Thomas Holmes D. Richard Harlan
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245. which of the following treatments would be used for the embalming of a dehydrated body A. large volume of a dilute solution B. small volume of a dilute solution C. large volume of an astringent solution D. small volume of an astringent solution
A
253. a discoloration that appears on the body during life is considered A. ante mortem B. post mortem C. intravascular D. extravascular
A
254. a discoloration that appears on the body after death is A. post mortem B. ante mortem C. intracellular D. extracellular
A
259. which of the following microorganisms is recognized as the causative agent of tissue gas A. clostridium perfringens B. clostridium leprae C. clostridium botulinum D. clostridum tetani
A
262. where should the point of the trocar be directed to access the heart when the handle of the trocar is aligned with the left anterior superior iliac spine A. the lobe of the right ear B. the lobe of the left ear C. the left mid axillary space D. the sternoclavicular articulation
A
268. the most common vehicle used in embalming fluids is A. water B. alcohol C. glycerol D formaldehyde
A
269. what is the purpose of ponceau in embalming fluids. A. it will impart a color change B. it will help the cells retain moisture C. it will act as a germicide D. it will dissolve clots
A
27. From the lateral border of the patella to the anterior surface of the ankle joint is the linear guide for the A. Anterior tibial artery. B. Ulnar artery. C. Posterior tibial artery. D. Dorsalis pedis artery.
A
270. which of the following is an example of a perfuming agent often used in embalming fluid A. methyl salicylate B. sodium lauryl sulfate C. sodium citrate D. methyl mercapan
A
275. which of the following may cause malformations and deformities of a body A. paralytic diseases B. meningitis C. febrile diseased D. tuberculosis
A
280. the method of creating injection pressure that incorporates aire being forced under pressure into the fluid chamber to displace the embalming fluid into the body is A. air pressure B. gravity percolator C. centrifugal force machine D. bulb syringe
A
281. where is the condition of jaundice first noticed on a dead body A. in the sclera of the eyeball B. in the lower right quadrant of the torso C. in the upper right quadrant of the torso D. Beneath the finger nails
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282. which of the following causes post mortem extravascular blood discoloration A. hemoglobin decomposition B. carbon monoxide poisoning C. active capillary congestion D. ecchymosis
A
283. which of these sutures begins by placing the point of the needle within incision and then up through the skin passing from one side of the incision to the other side with each stitch A. baseball stitch B. worm stitch C. draw stitch D. whip stitch
A
290. what embalming instrument can be used to clamp a leaking blood vessel A. Hemostat B. cannula C. separator D. spring forceps
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293. which of he following is an inexpert test for death A. ligature test B. stethoscope C. ophthalmoscope D. fluoroscein dye injection
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294. what is the purpose of primary injection fluids A. they prepare the vascular system to accept arterial embalming fluids B. they embalm the remains C. they are designed to disinfect the body orifices D. they are designed to disinfect the body cavities
A
297. which of these is nOT a recommended method of mouth closure A. injection of the corrugator muscle with cavity fluid B. dental tie suture C. mandibular suture D. needle injector
A
301. the process of chemically treating a dead human body to reduce the presence and growth of microorganisms retard organic decomposition and restore an acceptable physical apperance is A. embalming B. preservation C. disinfection D. restoration
A
308. which artery can be located along a line from the center of the antecubital fossa to a point between the fourth and fifth digits of the upper extremity A. ulnar B. radial C. brachial D. axillary
A
31. Just behind the medial border of the Cora of-brachialis muscle is the anatomical guide for the ________ artery. A. Axillary B. Common carotid C. Radial D. Brachial
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313. the key ingredient of an arterial fluid classified as a cosmetic fluid is A. an active dye B. an inactive dye C. a germicide D. a deodorant
A
315. if you used 2 bottles of arterial fluid to make 3 1/2 gallons of a 3% solution what would the index of the arterial fluid be A. 42 index B. 52 index C. 27 index D. 47 index
A
316. what percentage dilute solution is created by adding 32 ounces of a 28 index fluid in enough water to make 4 gallons of solution A. 1.75 index B. 1.65 index C. 3.50 index D. 1.95 index
A
319. which of these blood vessels is located posterior to the medial border of the belly of the biceps brachii muscle A. brachial artery B. axillary artery C. femoral artery D. common carotid artery
A
322. what color is imparted to the body by radium treatments A. red B. yellow C. black D. green
A
323. what is lipolysis A. the decomposition of fats B. the decomposition of proteins C. the decomposition of carbohydrates D. the decomposition of bone
A
324. which of these is prescribed incision for a sclerotic blood vessel A. triangular wedge B. longitudinal C. transverse D. diagonal
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333. what suture is used to close a trocar puncture A. purse string B. half moon C. baseball D. whip
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336. which of these organs will yield bile when aspirated by a trocar A. gall bladder B. heart C. stomach D. pancreas
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338. a moribund person is said to be in what state A. agonal state B. vegetative state C. sporulating state D. suspended animation sate
A
345. what is the decompostion of suggar called A. saccharolysis B. decay C. proteolysis D. putrefaction
A
351. which blood vessel lies just lateral of the tendon of the flexor carpi radialis muscle A. radial artery B. ulnar artery C. brachial artery D. superficial palmar artery
A
354. what is the relationship of the femoral vein to the femoral artery A. it lies medial and deep B. it lies lateral and superficial C. it lies immediately posterior D. it lies immediately anterior
A
366. which of these is the most accurate classification of livor mortis A. post mortem intravascular blood discoloration B. post mortem extravascular blood discoloration C. ante mortem intravascular blood discoloration D. Ante mortem extravascular blood discoloration
A
37. In the feomoral triangle the femora artery is bordered laterally by the ________ muscle. A. Sartorius B. Adductor longus C. Adductor mangus D. Psoas major
A
370. what is the cmmon action of phenol form alin and soldium hypochlorite on the tissues of the body A. they all are capable of bleaching the tissues B. they are all capable of imparting a color to the tissue C. they are all capable of inhibiting clot formation D. they all are capable of balancing the pH of the tissue
A
371. what is the purpose of adding eosing and erythrosine to arterial fluid A. they impart a color to the tissue B. they bleach the tissue C. they disinfect the tissue D. they preserve the tissue
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376. which of these is considered to be the most important aspect of the embalming operation A. the disinfection of the body B. the preservation of the body C. the restoration of the body D. the documentation of the operation
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377. which of these conditions contributes to skin slip A. putrefaction of the body tissues B. decay of the body tissues C. lipolysis of the body tissues D. saccharolysis of the body tissues
A
383. which of these terms is used to describe the color of the external tissue of an artery A. cream colored B. white C. blue D. red
A
384. which of these is nOT a a sign of decomposition A. hypostasis of the blood B. apperance of skin slip C. production of tissue gas D. presence of a foul odor
A
386. what is the purpose of phenol in embalming fluids A. it can act as a preservative/disinfectant B. it can act as an anticoagulant/water conditioner C. it can balance the acid base contents of the body tissue D. it can reduce the surface tension of the vehicle in fluids
A
387. what is the purpose of adding Oil of Wintergreen to an embalming fluid A. it can act as a perfuming agent B. it can act as a preservative C. it can act as a germicide B. it can act as a buffer
A
39. The femoral artery originates at a point behind the center of the inguinal ligament and terminates at the opening in the _________muscle. A. Adductor magnus B. Gastrocnemius C. Adductor longus D. Sartorius
A
390. which of these is a disadvantage of using the gravity precolator for embalming A. it has a limited pressure range B. it requires no electricity C. it provides constant flow D. it may be adapted for aspiration
A
394. which of these conditions may affect the pressure at which arterial fluid must be injected to over come the initial resistance A. rigor mortis B. algor mortis C. catalepsy D. hypostasis
A
396. if you are embalming a body which has an infectious disease when should the cavity treatment procedure begin A. immediatley after arterial injection is completed B. no sooner than eight hours later C. it should be done prior to arterial injection D. it should be done prior to somatic death
A
399. what body organ will produce hydrocholoric acid A. stomach B liver C. spleen D. gall bladder
A
4. An instrument which may be used to guide an arterial or vein tube into a vessel is the: A. Groove director B. Separator C. He most at D. Spring forceps
A
402. which of these is the more accurate description of the pre injection solution A. it is the primary injection solution B. it is the secondary injection solution C. it is the co injection solution D. it is the primary dilution
A
45. When injecting a body with any mechanical injector, the desire pressure should be A. Set before opening the rate flow B. Set after opening the rate of flow C. Adusted while rate of flow valve is full open D. Adjusted before machine is started
A
48. The process on injection and drainage in which both common carotids are raised is referred to as A. Restricted cervical B. Split injection C. Cress injection D. Double injection
A
49. When preparing to embalm a dead body the embalmer will prepare a solutuion by adding the concentrated embalming fluid to water in the reservoir of the injection device. This dilution of fluid is called. A. Primary B. Secondary C. Beginning D. Tertiary
A
53. The passage of a solvent through a semipermeable membrane from a dilute into a concentrated solution is A. Osmosis B. Diffusion C. Dialysis D. Distribution
A
56. The method of drainage in relation to injection in which an amount of arterial fluid is injected and then drainage is allowed to flow for a period of time, each one separately is the _______method. A. Alternate B. Intemittent C. Continuous D. Interrupted
A
59. Which of the following blood vessels is the origin of the popliteal artery? A. Femoral B. Axillary C. External iliac D. Anterior tibial
A
6. Variable factors encountered with every dead body are classified as: A. Instrinsic or extrinsic B. Hypertonic or hypotonic C. Chronic or acute D. Firm and dry
A
61. Which of the following in NOT an an intrinsic factor to be considered in case analysis? A. Atmospheric conditions B. Pathological conditions C. Moisture of the tissues D. Fever
A
78. Which of the following is a disinfectant and preservative found in hardening compounds? A. Paraformaldehyde B. Plaster of Paris C. Whiting D. Benzaldehyde
A
80. The dilution of concentrated arterial fluid as prepared by the embalmer is called the A. Primary dilution B. Secondary dilution C. Isotonic dilution D. Primary injection
A
87. Varicose Veins is a condition other wise known as A. Varies B. Phlebitis C. Endocarditis D. Asphyxiation
A
9. A device which extends from some point over the sternum to a point under the chin and is used to support the chin during embalming is called a ? A. Chin rest B. Dental tie C. Mandibular suture D. Musculature suture
A
91. A secondary dilution as related to the embalming operation A. Is caused by blood and lymph B. Is prepared by the embalmer C. Takes place in the capillaries only D. Precedes the primary dilution
A
92. An extrinsic variable factor in embalming is A. Time lapse between death and embalming. B. Fever C. Autolysis D. Body weight
A
99. The lymph fluids of the body help to promote A. Secondary dilution B. Primary dilution C. Tertiary dilution D. Dehydration
A
102. Perfuming material s are used in embalming fluids because A. they help preservation efforts B. they mask the odor of formaldehyde C. they are soluble in tinctures D. they aid in killing bacteria
B
113. which of the following is a purpose of pre embalming analysis A. to apply appropriate restorative techniques B. to prescribe and apply proper embalming techniques C. to aid in proper post embalming techniques D. to apply proper service after call
B
115. which of the following is NOT a component of hardening compounds A. paraformaldehyde B. phenol C. alum D. wood powder
B
117. in cases of emaciation secondary dilution would be A. greater than usual B. less than usual C. unaffected D. non existent
B
118. when preparing the primary dilution for an edematous case the solution should be A. milder than usual B. more astringent than usual C. the same strength as for the normal case D. isotonic
B
128. complete cellular death always____ somatic death A. precedes B. follows C. accompanies D. has no relationship to
B
129. which of these blood vessels is the origin of the axillary artery A. external iliac artery B. subclavian artery C. brachiocephalic artery D. brachial artery
B
133. which of the following is NOT classified as a chemical change A. Decomposition B. Desiccation C. Change in pH D. Rigor Mortis
B
139. a delicate instrument for detecting almost inaudible heart sounds is A. the oscilloscope B. the stethoscope C. the opthalmoscope D. none of these
B
141. rigor mortis is detrimental to the embalming process because A. helps to distribute the arterial fluid throughout the body B. retards fluid distribution C. holds the jaw in place D. makes the arms easy to post
B
143. the cooling of the body of a corpulent person would be A. faster B. slower C. unaffected D. non of these
B
147. a condition in which the manifestations of life ar feebly maintained is A. death struggle B. apparent death C. death rattle C. death grip
B
159. the first people believed to have practiced cremation were the A. Egyptians B. Greeks C. Romans D. Africans
B
16. The right common carotid artery begins at the level of the A. Second costal cartilage B. Sternoclavicular articulation C. Arch of the aorta D. Superior border of the thyroid cartilage
B
162. Death beginning at the heart is termed A. Asphyxia B. syncope C. Coma D. apnea
B
166. ___ is a condition which predisposes to intravascular difficulties A. arthritis B. arteriosclerosis C. carbon monoxide posioning D. Advanced pregnancy
B
168. which of the following characterizes lung purge A. coffee ground color B. frothy white color C. creamy white purge D. brownish color
B
180.burns that have blisters that form are classified as A. first degree B. second degree C. third degree D. fourth degree
B
181. which of these arteries extends form the lateral border of the patella to the anterior surface of the ankle A. dorsalis pedis B. anterior tibial C. posterior tibial D. popliteal
B
183. If you use 16 iz if 30 index fluid how many gallons of 2.5% solution will you have A. 1 gallon B. 1 1/2 gallons C. 2 gallons D. 2 1/2 gallons
B
188. The "Father of Embalming" was A. John Hunter B. Dr Frederich Ruysch C. William Hunter D. Dr Thomas Holmes
B
190. The individual for whom "Hunters Canal" is named is A. Dr William Hunter B. John Hunter C. Dr William harvey D. Jean Gannal
B
195. which of the following are the first products of decomposition A. fatty acids B. Amnio acids C. indole D. cadaverine
B
196. the optimum temperature to promote decomposition is A. 212 F B. 99 F C. 32 F D. 98.6C
B
198. continuous injection of arterial solution with drainage taken at intervals is called A. concurrent B. intermittent C. restricted D. alternate
B
200. which of the following substances serves as a solvent for the many ingredients incorporated in an embalming fluid. A. buffer B. vehicle C. Surfactant D. Reodorant
B
202. The passing of a solvent through a semipermeable membrane from an area of lesser concentration to an area of greater concentration is the definition of A. diffusion B. Osmosis C. hypotonic D. hypertonic
B
204. the injection pressure which just overcomes the vascular resistance and causes the embalming fluid to enter the arterial system at a moderate and uniform rate is A. differential B. ideal C. actual D. potential
B
21. The linear guide for the radial artery is from the A. Center of the base of the axillary stance to the center of the forearm B. Center of the antecubital fossa to the center of the base of the index finger. C. Center of the axillary space parallel to the long axis of the upper extremity. D. Center of the inguinal ligament to the medial condyle of the femur.
B
222. the destruction or inhibition of most pathogenic bacteria and their products in or on the body defines which of the following terms A. embalming B. disinfection C. Restoration D. preservation
B
228. a direct method of drainage accomplished by inserting a trocar into the right atrium of the heart is A. alternate drainage B. a heart tap C. intermittent drainage D. continuous drainage
B
234. a mixture of formaldehyde gas dissolved in water is A. dye B. formalin C. embalming powders D. hardening compound
B
236. the escape of blood serum from an intravascular to an extravascular location is A. agonal dehydration B. agonal edema C. desiccation D. coagulation
B
24. On the surface of the forearm form the center of the antecubital fossa to a point between the fourth and fifth fingers is the linear guide for the A. Anterior tibial artery B. Ulnar artery C. Axillary artery D. Posterior tibial arterys
B
240. the swelling and bursting of the red blood cells is A. a rupture B. hemolysis C. agonal edema D. an ecchymosis
B
246. an accumulation of fluid in the abdominal cavity is A. anasarca B. ascites C. desquamation D. desiccation
B
249. generalized edema is referred to as A. ascites B. anasarca C. hydrocephauls D. hydrocele
B
252. which of these is an example of an intravascular ante mortem blood discoloration A. cadaveric lividity B. carbon monoxide poisoning C. Petechia D. ecchymosis
B
257. according to the nine region plan which region of the abdominal pelvic cavity is located just lateral of the umbilica region A. inguinal B. lumbar C. hypochondriac D. hypogastric
B
258. in the nine region plan which region of the abdominal pelvic cavity is located immediately inferior to the umbilical region A. hypochondriac B. hypogastric C. iliac D. inguinal
B
260. what type of cavity treatment involves the making of an incision from the xiphoid process of the sternum to the public symphysis of the pelvic girdle A. iliac incision B. direct incision C. standard incision D. dorsal incision
B
261. Directing the point of the trocar toward a point one fourt of the distance from the right anterior superior iliac spine to the public symphysis is the trocar guide for the A. urinary bladder B. cecum appendix C. heart D. liver
B
266. What is the purpose of the quaternary ammonium compounds in embalming fluids A. they act vehicles B. they acts as supplementary germicides C. they acts as modifying agents D. they act as surface tension reducers
B
267. what type of anticoagulant will breakup clots by causing the mineral particles of the blood to fall out of suspension A. Sequestering agents B. precipitants C. surface active agents D. surfactants
B
272. how far above the injection site would the bottom of the gravity percolator need to be in order to achieve injection pressure A. one foot B. two feet C. three feet D. one half foot
B
273. which of the following is NOT a cause of extravascular resistance to fluid distribution A. weight of the viscera B. thickened blood C. rigor mortis of the muscle surrounding the blood vessel D. the presence of a tumor
B
274. which of the following would NOT be a condition that predisposes purge A. peritonitis B. Arthritis C. pneumonia D. peptic ulcers
B
28. The anatomical guide for the __________ artery is along the medial border of the sternocleidomastoid muscle. A. Axillary B common carotid C. Radial D. Brachial
B
292. the study of death is A. embalming B. thanatology C. anatomy D. theology
B
298. which of these is the last of the body compounds to decompose A. carbohydrates B. bone C. proteins D. fats
B
30. Through the center of the femoral triangle bordered laterally by the sartorius muscle and medically by the adductor longus muscle, is the anatomical guide for the _______ artery. A. Axillary B. Femoral C. Iliac D. Radial
B
311. if an embalmer elevated a gravity percolator ten feet above the injection site how many pounds of potential pressure would be created A. Ten B. five C. fifteen D. two
B
312. which chemical substances inactivate the saprophytic bacteria of a body and alter the tissues of the body to render them less susceptible to decomposition A. surfactants b. preservatives c. reodorants d. anticoagulants
B
321. which of these incisions is located along the superior border of the medial one third of the clavicle A. longitudinal incidsion B. supraclavicular incision C. transverse incision D. parallel incision
B
33. The ulnar artery lies long the. _______border of the flexor carpi ulnaris muscle. A.medial B. Lateral C. Posterior D. Inferior
B
346. what is hydrogen peroxide used for in the preparation of a dead body A. it can be used to stain the tissues of the body B. it can be used as a topical bleach and disinfectant of the body C. it can be used to preserve the tissues of the body D. it can be used to reduce the moisture content of the body
B
347. what muscle is injected with arterial fluid to facilitate the closure of the mouth A. corrugator B. masseter C. temporalis D. buccinator
B
348. what instrument is used as a device to facilitate the closure of the mouth A. stop cock B. needle injector C. cannulae D. groove director
B
349. which vein is considered to be the companion to the common carotid artery A. external jugular vein B. internal jugular vein C. subclavian vein D. vertebral vein
B
352. which blood vessel is the continuation of the external iliac artery A. axillary artery B. femoral artery C. internal iliac artery D. common iliac artery
B
358. which chemical agents retard the tendency of blood to become more viscous A. vehicles B. anticoagulants C. surfactants D. surface tension reducers
B
363. what type of autopsy involves the post mortem examination of the brain only A. thoracic autopsy B. cranial autopsy C. spinal autopsy D. complete autopsy
B
367. which of thsese is the most accurate classification of petechia A. ante mortem intravascular blood discoloration B. Ante mortem extravascular blood disocloration C. post mortem extravascular blood discoloration D. post mortem intravascular blood discoloration
B
368. which instrument is used in the test for death involving the use of a beam of light to check for fluid movement in the retina of the eyeball A. stethoscope B. ophthalmscope C. oscilloscope D. subdural injection test
B
374. which of the following suture patterns is used to turn under the excess margins of skin in an incision A. baseball stitch B. worm stitch C. whip stitch D. draw stitch
B
378. In which of the following cases will decomposition develop most rapidly A. emaciated cases B. edematous cases C. febrile cases D. stillborn infant cases
B
38. The femoral artery is bordered medially by the ___________ muscle A. Sartorius B. Adductor longus C. Adductor magnus D. Psoas major
B
380. which of these devices found in the preparation room uses water pressure to create a vacuum. A. trocar B. hydroaspirator C. percolator D. vacuum breaker
B
381. what is the effect of a fan blowing a current of air over a dead human body A. edema of the superficial tissue B. dehydration of the superficial tissues C. emphysema of the pulmonary system D. a bronze discoloration of the superficial tissue
B
389. which of these is the solid state of formaldehyde A. paraldehyde B. paraformaldehyde C. acetaldehyde D. ethanol
B
393. which of these is NOT an expressed purpose for the use of massage cream on the body A. it will retard dehydration B. it will help retard the coagulation of protein C. its application can help stimulate circulation D. it can be used as a base for cosmetics
B
398. how can an extravascular discoloration be dealt with during the embalming process A. it can be removed by normal venous drainage procedures B. discoloration can be lessened by adding a bleaching agent to the arterial fluid C discoloration can be eliminated by adding an anticoagulant to the arterial fluid D. discoloration can be washed out by the injection of a primary dilution fluid
B
41. The ________ artery courses along the lateral margin of the crest of the tibia, through the center of the anterior surface of the ankle joint and becomes the dorsalis pedis artery. A. Posterior tibial B. Anterior tibial C. Popliteal D. Femoral
B
47. The procedure of injection and drainage in which injectioin is accomplished at one place and drainage is taken from another is called. A. Restricted cervical B. Split C. One point D. Double injection
B
5. The purpose of embalming analysis is to determine: A. The size of the casket needed B. The proper embalming technique and chemicals to use C. If gloves should be worn while embalming. D. If the body needs to be bathed
B
52. The passage of arterial solution from the capillaries into the intercellular spaces is referred to as A. Osmosis. B. Diffusion. C. Distribution. D. Pressure filtration.
B
57. The method of drainage in relation to injection in which injection is continued and drainage is taken at intervals is the ________ method. A. Alternate B. Intermittent C. Continuous D. Interrupted
B
63. The amount of HCHO (formaldehyde) measured in grams dissolved in 100 ml of water refers to A. Volume of phenol B. Index C surfactatn content D. pH
B
68. Chemicals additives that act as moisture retainers in the tissues are termed A. Penetrants B. Humectants C. Anticoagulants D. Surfactants
B
69. There is an immediate danger to health and life if exposed to formaldehyde levels above A. 1 ppm B. 100 ppm C. 25 ppm D. 5 ppm
B
71. High index fluids generally cause A. Slight firming B. Definite firming C. Putrefaction D. Edema
B
73. One purpose for which cavity fluids would NOT be recommended is A. Surface packs B. Arterial injections C. Visceral treatment D. Bleaching agents
B
74. Co-injection fluids are used A. Before arterial solutions B. With arterial solutions C. After arterial solutions D. In conjunction with cavity fluids
B
77. The hardening agent in hardening compounds is A. Paraformaldehyde B. Plaster of Paris C. Alum D. Wood shavings
B
95. Postmortem staining is an extravascular change in the color of tissues due to A. Autolysis B. Hemolysis C. Lipolysis D. Hypostasis
B
97. An abnormal color appearing in or upon the human body is A. Dehydration B. Discoloration C. Lividity D. Saponification
B
106. an aneurysm may prove troublesome in embalming because A. it acts as a complete obstruction to fluid flow B. it has a tendency to 'short circuit' embalming fluid C. if it ruptures, fluid injected will escape from the vascular system D. it accelerates blood coagulation
C
108. in cases where death is accompanied by high fever A. drainage is usually found to be free flowing B. drainage is light in color C. drainage is usually a problem due to increased blood viscosity D. drainage is not affected
C
11. The method of mouth closure employing a suture passed through the septum of the nose and around the mandible is called the: A. Needle injector B. Musculature suture C. Mandibular suture D. Dental tie
C
112. which of these blood vessels is the origin of the brachial artery A. dorsalis pedis artery B. radial artery C. axillary artery D. ulnar artery
C
116. for which of the following cases would high index fluids be recommended A. febrile cases B. emaciated cases C. decomposition cases D. dehydration cases
C
119. any traumatic or pathological change in the structure of the skin is known as A. decomposition B. saponification C. a lesion D. a discoloration
C
122. the discoloration resulting when HCHO reacts with hemoglobin in the tissues is called A. bilirubin B. biliverdin C. formaldehyde gray D. icterus
C
126. which of the following treatment would NOT be recommended for the treatment of intravascular difficulties A. slow rate of flow under low pressure B. care in raising vessels C. High Pressure D. Drainage Aids
C
131. Odor, purge an skin slip are A. tests for death B. expert tests for death C. signs of decomposition D. none of these
C
132. the first body compounds to decompose are the A. proteins B. Fats C. carbohydrates D. bones
C
137. A condition which favors edema is A. malaria B. tuberculosis C. carbon monoxide poisoning D. typhoid fever
C
138. The self destruction of cells is known as A. Saccharolysis B. lipolysis C. Autolysis D. algor Mortis
C
14. In the normal eye closure, the eyelids should meet in the: A. Upper one-third of the orbit B. Middle of the orbit C. Lower one-third of the orbit D. upper one-forth of the orbit
C
145. The decomposition of protein by action of anaerobic bacteria is A.decay B. fermentation C. putrefaction D. lipolysis
C
153. the separation of body compounds into simpler substances is called A. desiccation B. hypostasis C. decomposition D. algor mortis
C
155. livor mortis is synonymous with A. rigor mortis B algor mortis C. Cadaveric lividity D. agonal mortis
C
156. which of the following is NOT classified as a chemical change. A. rigor mortis B. autolysis C. desiccation D. hemolysis
C
157. which of the following men established a method of embalming without evisceration A. gannal B. john Hunter C. clauderus D. Dr William Hunter
C
161. the onset of postmortem changes generally A. assists the embalming operation B. hinders the embalming operation C. has no effect on the embalming operation D. None of these
C
165. which of the following is an antemortem extravascular blood discoloration A. active capillary congestion B. passive capillary congestion C. ecchmosis D. carbon monoxide
C
172. hydrocele is A. temporary loss of function B.an acute contagious respitory disease C. edema of the scrotum D. inflammation of the lungs
C
177. damage to the valves of the heart usually occurs in cases with A. atheroma B. pneumonia C. endocarditis D. diphtheria
C
179. the focal point in regards to the cavity treatment of a case with tuberculosis is the A. heart B. intestine C. lung D. livier
C
18. The linear guide for the auxiliary artery is from the A. Center of the base of the axillary space to the center of the forearm. B. Center of the antecubital fossa to the center of the base of the index finger C. Sternoclavicular articulation to the anterior surface of the lobe of the ear. D. Center of the inguinal ligament to the center of the medial condole of the femur.
C
186. the individual who is credited with the discovery of the circulation of blood is A. Dr Frederich Ruysch B. Leonardo DA Vinci C. Dr William Harvey D. John Hunter
C
19. The linear guide for the axillary artery is from the A. Center of the base of the axillary space to the center of the forearm. B. Enter of the antecubital fossa to the center of the base of the index finger. C. Center of the axillary space parallel to the long axis of the upper extremity. D. Center of the inguinal ligament to the center of medial condyle of the femur.
C
191. The infection of arterial solution at more than one location is referred to as A. concurrent injection B. alternate injection C. Multi-point injection D. split injection
C
194. which of the following conditions creates intravascular resistence to fluid distribution A. Rigor Mortis B. tumors C. vascular disease D. weight of viscera
C
2. Which of the following is NOT a method of obtaining pressure for for injection of arterial fluid? A. Hand pump B. Gravity percolator C. Hydroaspirator D. Pressure machine
C
201. directing the trocar point toward the intersection of the fifth intercostaal space and the left midaxillary lie is the trocar guide for the A. heart B. urinary bladder C. stomach D. cecum
C
206. when preparing the infant case which of the following is recommended to be applied to the tissue of the visible parts of the body during embalming A. colloidion B. cavity fluid pack C. massage cream D. baby powder
C
207. when embalming the autopsy case, which of the following would be utilized to inject the upper left extremity A. left internal iliac B. right subclavian C. Left subclavian D. left common carotid
C
208. in an exanthematous disease which of the following would be describe the skin A. unbroken but discolored B. broken and discolored C. scaling D. skin broken and separated from the body
C
210. pin point hemorrhage refers to which of the following A. puncture wound B. hematoma C. Petechia D. Ecchymosis
C
212. A blood filled swelling is descriptive of which of the following A. ecchymosis B. anasarca C. hematoma D. hydrocele
C
214. which of the following sutures is described as a recommended hidden stitch which could be used on a cranial autopsy A. purse string B. baseball C. worm D. whip
C
215. The arterial injection of a jaundice case with normal arterial fluid will likely cause which kind of a discoloration A. bronze B. yellow C. green D. gray
C
217. which of the following treatments should be used when intravascular difficulties are manifested during the embalming process A. small injection volume, high index B. high pressure, rapid rate of flow C. low pressure, slow rate of flow D. high pressure, slow rate of flow
C
218. which of the following best describes the proper torso incision made when performing an autopsy A. half moon B. mid line C. Y shaped D. parallel
C
22. The linear guide for the femoral artery is from the A. Center of the antecubital fossa to the center of the base of the index finger. B. Center of the axillary space parallel to the long axis of the upper extremity. C. Center of the inguinal ligament to the center of the medial condyle of the femur. D. Center of the popliteal space parallel to the long axis of the lower extremity.\
C
223. the care of the deceased to recreate natural form and color is a definition which would most correctly apply to which of the following A. preservation b. embalming C. restoration D. disinfection
C
224. that procedure of disinfection which takes place during an embalming process would most correctly apply to which of the following A. terminal disinfection b. case analysis C. concurrent disinfection D. primary disinfection
C
225. that procedure of disinfection following the embalming process to protect the environment would mot appropriately apply to which of the following A. secondary disinfection B. personal hygiene C. concurrent disinfection D. terminal disinfection
C
227. a drying of the body or tissues as a result of the removal of moisture water is A. eviscreation B. tanning C. dehydration D. embalming
C
229. edema with the pleural cavity is A. ascites B. anasarca C. hydrothorax D. hydropericardium
C
235. the abnormal accumulation of fluid in the intercellular spaces or cavities is A. purge B. desiccation C. edema D. liquidification
C
238. death beginning at the brain is termed A. catalepsy B. apnea C. coma D. asphyxia
C
241. the post mortem loss of body heat is A. agonal algor B. agonal dehydration C. algor mortis D. algor fever
C
242. The mixture of embalming fluid and water which is used in arterial injection is A. cavity fluid B. arterial fluid C. arterial solution D. buffer
C
244. an embalming instrument which is a one piece scalpel used for making incisions and excision is A. barber shears B. angular scissors C. a bistoury D. an aneurysm needle
C
248. Hydrocephalus is an abnormal accumulation of fluid in the A. abdomen B. Thorax C. Cranium D. lungs
C
25. From the center of the popliteal space to a point midway between the medial malleolus and the calcaneus bone is the linear guide for the A. Anterior tibial artery B. Ulnar artery C. Posterior tibial artery D. Dorsalis pedis artery
C
251. which of the following conditions would predispose of a dead human body to rapid decomposition A. refrigeration B. dehydration C. peritonitis D. hemorrhage
C
255. a long hollow needle like tube that is used to draw out the contents of the cavities and hollow organs of the body is A. an aneursym needle B. a hypodermic needle C. a trocar D. a cavity injector
C
256. according to the nine region plan what abdominal region is superior and lateral to the umbilical region A. lumbar B. inguinal C. h ypochondriac D. epigastric
C
263. who is responsible for creating the secondary dilution of the arterial solution A. the manufacture of the arterial fluid B. the embalmer C. the body of the deceased D. the purchasing agent of the funeral home
C
264. jaundice fluid is classified as A. a cavity fluid B. a standard arterial fluid C. a special arterial fluid D. a supplemental arterial fluid
C
271. whies is NOT suited for closing an incision on aeposed are of the body A. single intradermal stitch B. subcutaneious stitch C. whip or roll stitch D. double intradermal stitch
C
276. an incision into a vessel that is parallel to the long axis of a blood vessel is the A. transverse incision B. triangular incision C. longitudinal incision D. perpendicular incision
C
277. 'Normal' aspiration does not usually involve the A. abdominal cavity B. thoracic cavity C. cranial cavity D. pelvic cavity
C
278. what procedure may be used to return the body of an emaciated case to normal contour and moisture content A. use a large volume of hardening arterial fluid B. use concurrent injection and drainage C. use restricted drainage D. use rapid rate of flow
C
279. the motorized force pump A. uses a gooseneck and fluid bottle B. works by the force of a moving liquid C. uses centrifugal force D. is the least often employed method of creating injection pressure
C
286. the type of embalming fluid used to disinfect and preserve the viscera in the cavities of the body is A. arterial fluid B. supplemental fluid C. cavity fluid D. co injection fluid
C
287. chemicals that are added to arterial fluids to meet the varying demands of embalming difficult cases are A. buffer agents B. wetting agents C. modifying agents D. sealing agents.
C
3. An instrument which is inserted into the artery for the introduction of fluid is: A. A needle injector B. An aneurysm needle C. An arterial tube D. A director
C
300. which of these instruments is inserted into an artery to facilitate the introduction of arterial fluid A. spring forceps B. aneurysm needle C. arterial tube D. needle injector
C
302. who was the first to note capillary circulation A. jean gannal B. thom as holmes C. marcello malpighi D. leonardo Da Vinci
C
303. which of the following types of decomposition yields foul odors A. decay B. carbolysis C. putrefaction D. saccharolysis
C
304. which of the following muscles is injected with a hypodermic injection of cavity fluid to facilitate mouth closure A. corrugator B. temporalis C. masseter D. sternocleidomastoid
C
305. the cooling of the body to the temperature of its surroundings is A. rigor mortis B. livor mortis C. algor mortis D. post mortem hypostasis
C
314. what is the name given to the embalming process in which the injection of one common carotid artery is accomplished while the other common carotid artery is occluded A. cross cervical injection B. double cervical injection C. restricted cervical injection D. split cervical injection
C
317. The artery which is a continuation of the anterior tibial artery is the A. posterior tibial B. popiteal C. dorsalis pedis D. femoral
C
32. The anatomical guide for the _______artery is just lateral to the tendon of the flexor Capri radialis muscle. A. Axillary B. Lateral C. Radial D. Brachial
C
326. where is the common carotid artery found A. in the cranium B. in the torso C. in the neck D. in the pelvic cavity
C
329. where are the iliac arteries and veins located A. in the lower extremeitis B. in the upper extremeitis C. in the pelvic cavity D. in the pleural cavity
C
330. which of these is an example of a perming agent A. carbolic acid B. ponceau C. benzaldehyde D. sodium lauryl sulfate
C
331. the most common method used for arterially injecting a body today is the A. hand pump B. bulb syringe C. force pump D. gravity percolator
C
332. the post mortem stiffening of the body muscles is A. algor mortis B. livor mortis C. rigor mortis D. cadaveric lividity
C
335. which of these is a commonly used moisture absorbing substance in hardening compound A. paraformaldehyde B. paradichlorobenzene C. plaster of paris D. phenol
C
337. which of these terms designates a person who is in the act of dying A. mortifying b. febrile C. moribund D. sick
C
339. what type of death is said to begin in any one of three vital organs A. cellular death B. biological death C. somatic death D. clinical death
C
34. The right ________ artery is shorter than the left one due to its origin. A. Axillary B. Brachiocephalic C. Subclavian D. Femoral
C
340. what is the mode of somatic death which begins in the brain A. syncope B. hypothermia C. coma D. hypostasis
C
341. which of the following post mortem changes is NOT a physical change A. algor mortis B. livor mortis C. rigor mortis D. hypostasis
C
342. what is the decomposition of proteins by the enzymes of anaerobic bacteria A. decay B. carbolysis C. putrefaction D. fermentation
C
343. What substance undergoes the fermentation process A. fats B. proteins C. carbohydrates D. bones
C
344. what substance undergoes the process of decay by aerobic bacterial enzymes A. carbohydrates B. lipids C. proteins D. Bone
C
350. which artery should be raised an injected to facilitate the embalming of the body between the antecubital fossa and the wrist A. axillary B. subclavian C. radial D. femoral
C
353. which blood vessel continues as the brachial artery A. radial artery B. ulnar artery C. axillary artery D. deep palmar artery
C
356. what type of chemical agents are capable of inactivating saprophytic bacteria rendering unsuitable for nutrition the media upon which such bacteria thrive and arresting the decomposition process A. vehicles B. surfactants C. preservatives D. anticoagulants
C
357. which chemical agents render microorganisms incapable of growth and reproduction A. vehicles B. surfactants C. preservatives D. buffers
C
359. what type of solution has the power to attract a solvent through a semi permeable membrane into itself A. hypotonic solution B. isotonic solution C. hypertonic solution D. moderate solution
C
360. what type of solution will have its solvent drawn through a semi permeable membrane into a more concentrated solution A. hypertonic solution B. isotonic solution C. hypotonic solution D. tincture solution
C
361. what type of solutions can be placed on opposite sides of a semi permeable membrane without either solution attracting solvent fro the other solution across the membrane A. hypotonic solutions B. hypertonic solutions C. isotonic solutions D. strong solutions
C
362. what is the name given to a type of purge which has a color and odor consistent with that of arterial fluid solution A. stomach purge B. brain purge C. false purge D. lung purge
C
365. what type of autopsy consists of the examination of the contents of the cranial and ventral cavities A. cranial B. thoracic C. complete D. abdominal pelvic
C
372. which of the following embalming fluids produces maximum disinfection and preservation without causing objectionable changes in the skin texture A. primary injection fludis B. cavity Fluids C. semi hardening arterial fluids D. co injection arterial fluids
C
385. which of the following would NOT influence the choice of the artery to be used in embalming A. the age of the deceased B. the depth of the blood vessels C. the temperature of the body D. the distance of the selected vessel from the center of circulation
C
388. which of the following actions would help normalize the moisture content of an emaciated body A. the slow injection of an astringent solution B. the rapid injection of a strong solution C. the slow injection of a mild solution B. the injection of a moderate solution at a high rate of flow
C
391. which of these is NOT a disadvantage for using a hand pump to inject embalming fluids A. it is difficult to refill B. it requires constant attention C. it may be adapted to be used for aspiration D. it has a relatively low pressure range
C
392. which of these suture patterns is best suited for exposed skin A. baseball stitch B. which stitch C. intradermal stitch D. purse string stitch
C
40. The _________artery which originates at the opening in the adductor magnus muscle, terminates at the inferior border of the popliteous muscle. A. Femoral B. Anterior tibial C. Popliteal D. Posterior tibial
C
400. what is the normal color of a nerve A. blue B. cream C. white D. red
C
44. When using the gravity method of obtainging pressure for injuecting arterial fluid , the embalmer can expect to receive approximately _______ pounds of pressure per foot of elevation above the joint of injection. A. 1/2 B. 1 C. 1/4 D. 2
C
46. The injection and drainage procedure in which the injection and drainage are accomplished though the same incision is called. A. Restricted cervical B. Split C. One point D. Multipoint
C
50. The secondary dilution of embalming fluid occurs when A. The embalmer mixes additioinal amounts of concentrate into the primary dilution. B. The injected cavity fluid mixes with the fluids in the cavity C. The injected arterial solution mixes with the body fluids. D. The embalmer mixes more water into the primary dilution.
C
58. The method of drainage in relation to injection in. Which both injection and drainage arre allowed to flow freely thourghout the operation is the __________method. A. Alternate B. Intermittent C. Continuous D. Interrupted
C
67. A component of arterial fluids which imparts color to a solvent is a A. Buffer B. Surfactant C. Dye D. Preservative
C
7. Which of the following in NOT a purpose of massage cream? A. Clean tissue pores B. Retard dehydration C. Secure the jaws in position D. Prevent friction during massage
C
82. The dilution of arterial solutions by the fluids of the body is called the A. Primary solution B. Primary dilutioin C. Secondary dilution D. Isotonic dilution
C
84. The discoloration which is considered to be most permanent is A. Postmortem intravascular discoloration B. Antemortem intravascular discoloration C. Postmortem extravascular discoloration D. Livor mortis
C
85. Carbon monoxide poisoning results in a ___________ discoloration. A. Bluish black B. Grey C. Cherry red D. Bronze
C
88. Which of the following is an example of an intravascular resistance to fluid distribution A. Tumors B. Pregnancy C. Embolism D. Weight of viscera
C
89. The settling of the blood to the dependent part of the body is known as A. Algor mortis B. Rigor mortis C. Hypostasis D. Postmortem stain
C
98. The amount of arterial fluid necessary to make one gallon of solution at 2% strength using a 20 index fluid is A. 8oz B. 6.4 oz C. 12.8 oz D. 18oz
C
10. That method of mouth closure which employs wires attached to small tack which are inserted into the upper and lower jaw is called the: A. Dental tie B. Wire through bone C. Mandibular suture D. Needle injector
D
101. Cosmetic fluids are so called because they contain A. Formaldehyde B. Phenol C. Humectants D. Active dyes
D
103. pH is a measure of the A. amount of buffer used B. amount of preservative C. surface tension D. degree of acidity or alkalinity
D
110. one example of an intrinsic factor in case analysis is a. religion b. refrigeration c. altitude d. cause of death
D
114. dyes used in arterial fluid which color the fluid in the bottle, but impart no color to the body tissues are A. active B. straining C. surfactant D. inactive
D
12. If the lips will not stay closed during the embalming operation, they may be held in position by means of: A. Wet cotton strips B. Petroleum jelly C. Sutures D. All of these
D
121. the initial color change of decomposing tissue is A. black B. blue-black C. blue D. yellow green
D
123. when treating blisters which of the following is correct a. puncture and drain blisters before embalming b. remove loose skin after embalming c. apply section embalming D. remove loose integument before embalming
D
125.when treating pustular or ulcerative lesions which of the following should be done A.aspirate pus from the pustule B. swab pocket of aspirated lesion with disinfectant C. apply surface compresses D. all of these
D
13. In cases of dental prognathism, you may, after obtaining written permission from the family: A. Extract the teeth B. Realign the teeth C. Let the teeth show D. All of these
D
130. the most positive sign of death is A. cessation of respiration B. cessarion of cirulation C. algor mortis D. generalization decomposition
D
134. In the normal case the first organ to decompose is the A. non pregnant uterus B. stomach C. blood vessels D. lining of the trachea and larynx
D
135. which of the following is NOT a complication of edematous body A. distension of tissues B. secondary fluid dilution C. Possible skin slip D. Low moisture content
D
146. the action of formaldehyde on protein is A. dialysis B. saponification C. autolysis D. .coagulation
D
148. special cranial cavity treatment is indicated in cases of A. septicemia B. anasarca C. ascites D. meningitis
D
149. the normal pH of the living body is A. 6.0 B. 6.7 C. 7.0 D. 7.4
D
15. Which of the following in NOT a consideration in the selection of the artery and vein for injection and drainage in each case to be embalmed? A. Accessibility B. Size C. Effect on posing the body D. race of the individual
D
150. The point of entry for the trocar when aspirating the cavities is A. 2 inches below and 2 inches to the left of the umbilicus B. 2 inches above and 4 inches to the left of the umbilicus C. 2 inches below and 2 inches to the right of the umbilicus D. 2 inches above and 2 inches to the left of the umbilicus
D
151. the first muscle tissue to be affected by rigor mortis is A. neck B. face C. upper extremeities D. eyes
D
154. which of the following should be used for embalming a case which predisposes to dehydration A. cold water for the dilution B. primary injection C. large volume D. all of these
D
158. which of the following organs is NOT involved in the tripod of life A. heart B. brain C. lung D. kidney
D
163. changes occuring in the eyes after death include A. flattening of the eyeball B. clouds of the cornea C. loss of luster of the conjunctiva D. all of the above
D
167. which of the following is a prescribed method for securing the calvarium in pace A. cements B. calvarium clamps C. needle injector D. all of the above
D
17. The common carotid arteries terminate at the level of the: A. Second costal cartilage B. Sternoclavicular articulation C. Arch of aorta D. Superior border of the thyroid cartilage
D
171. which of the following is classified as a malformation or deformity A. tumors B. paralytic condition C. mutilations D. all of the above
D
173. the whip stitch is also known as A. hidden stitch B. blanket suture C. sail stitch D. roll stitich
D
174. the decomposition of fats occurs by A. decay B. putrefaction C. fermentation D. lipolysis
D
184. if the solute is 28 index and you wish the solution to be 3 gallons of 3% how many ounces of solute will you need A. 20.2 ounces B. 35.7 ounces C. 35.4 ounces D 41.1 ounces
D
187. The "Father of embalming in the US" was A. John Hunter B. Dr Frederich Ruysch C. William Hunter D. Dr Thomas Holmes
D
199. The speed at which the embalming solution enters the body is called. A. differential pressure B. potential pressure C. actual pressure D. rate of flow
D
205. when embalming the autopsy case, which of the following would be utilized to inject the lower right extremity A. Right subclavian B. right common carotid C. right axillary D. right common iliac
D
209. when embalming the autopsy case which of the following blood vessels would you utilize to inject the head of the deceased. A. right and left subclavian B. right and left axillary C. right and left common iliac D. right and left common carotid
D
219. when the pathologist makes an incision for a cranial autopsy which of the following best describes the proper location for the incision to begin A. anterior to the tragus B. inferior to the front of the ear lobe C. superior and anterior to the top of the ear D. posterior to the ear
D
220. if injecting an infant case by way of the heart, which chamber of the heart is considered most appropriate to insert the arterial tube for the best results A. right atrium B. left atrium C. right ventricle D. left ventricle
D
226. an embalming chemical which affects the stabilization of the acid base balance within embalming solutions and in the embalmed tissues A. bleach B. anticoagulant C. dye D. buffer
D
23. The linear guide for the popliteal artery is from the: A. Center of the antecubital fossa to the center of the base of the index finger. B. Center of the axillary space parrallel to the long axis of the upper extremity. C. Center of the inguinal ligament to the center of the medial condyle of the femur. D. Center of the popliteal space parallel to the long axis of the lower extremity.
D
230. a soapy waxy by product of saponification is A. fat B. muscle C. protein cell D. adipocere
D
231.an embalming instrument that is sued in raising vessels and for blunt dissection is A. a scalpel B. a bistoury C. A bone separator D. an aneursym hook
D
233. the irreversible total cessation of metabolic activity is known as A. coma B. asphyxia C. heart attack D. death
D
237. an embalming instrument used to hypodermically inject areas of the body with embalming chemicals is a A. arterial tube B. angular forceps C. aneurysm needle D. hypo valve trocar
D
243. an surface prominence or structure which is used in establishing the location of an adjacent structure of prominence is a A. Anatomical limit B. place of incision C. linear guide D. anatomical guide
D
247. an influential person in medical embalming who was the first to make embalming available to the public is A. John Hunter B. Gabriel Clauderus C. Dr Thomas Holmes D. Jean Gannal
D
250. an abnormal accumulation of fluid in the heart sac is A. hydrocele B. hydrocephalus C. hydrothorax D. hydropericardium
D
26. Form the center of the anterior surface of the ankle joint to a point between the first and second toe is the linear guide for the A. Anterior tibial artery B. Ulnar artery C. Posterior tibial artery D. Dorsalis pedis artery
D
284. what method of mouth closure would be used to secure the mouth of a body that has dentures but also serious gum disease A. dental tie B. needle injector C. wire through bone D. mandibular suture
D
285. what should the relative temperature of the primary dilution water be to embalm a severely dehydrated case A hot B. boiling C. room temperature D. cold.
D
288. which of the following are liquids or gets that help treat skin, slip , gangrene and surface ulcerations A. mold preservatives B. embalming powders C. hardening compounds D. pack applications
D
289. what instrument can be used to hold a cotton ball used to disinfect the eyes A. separator B. Groove director C. aneurysm hook D. spring forceps
D
29. The anatomical guide for the _______ artery is posterior to the medial border of the belly of the biceps brachial muscle. A. Axillary B. Common carotid C. Radial D. Brachial
D
291. which of the following would be the most likely to cause intravascular resistance to fluid distribution A. edema B. rigor mortis C. pregnancy D. thrombi
D
295. which of these is NOT a recommended method of stimulating blood drainage A. increased pressure B. massage C. pulsator D. application of a cavity fluid compress
D
296. which of the following would NOT affect the rate of flow A. partially closing the stopcock B. using a smaller arterial tube C. adjusting the rate of flow knob D. adjusting the pressure knob
D
299. which of these is NOT a purpose for blood drainage A. to remove intravascular discolorations B. to prevent distention C. to reatard post embalming decomposition D. to create dehydration
D
306. the anatomical guide for the axillary artery is at the medical border of the A. teres major muscle B. brachialis muscle D. coracobrachialis muscle
D
307. which of the following suture patterns involves the use of two needles A. lock stitch b. baseball stitch C. worm stitch D. double intradermal stitch
D
309. which of the following factors is NOT encountered in every dead human body A. extrinsic factors B. intrinsic factors C. intravascular factors D. extravascular factors
D
310. which of these would be the last to decompose A. stomach B. liver C. pancreas D. non pregnant uterus
D
318. which of the following accessory chemicals is designed to preserve tissue either by direct contact or through gaseous vapors A. mold preventive agents B. sealing agents C. humectant agents D. preservative powders
D
320. which of these conditions is associated with edema A. refrigeration B. radiation C. arthritis D. alcoholism
D
325. which of the following is a reliable sign of fluid distribution A. tissue fixation B. tissue distention C. loss of elasticity of the vessels D. distension of the superficial vessels
D
327. which of these is an example of a pre embalming chemical change in a body A. imbibition B. dehydration C. algor mortis D. postmortem caloricity
D
328. which of these is an example of an air pressure apparatus use to embalm a body A. gravity percolator B. force pump C. cavity injector D. compressed air
D
334. which of these is the most commonly used disinfectant and preservative chemical agent in hardening compounds A. plaster of paris B. clay C. benzaldehyde D. paraformaldehyde
D
35. The _______ artery changes its name to femoral and is used in the embalming of an autopsied body. A. Brachiocephalic B. Common iliac C. Descending aorta D. External iliac
D
355. what muscle acts as the anatomical guide for the external iliac artery A. adductor longus B. gastrocnemius C. soleus D. psoas major
D
36. The inferior vena cava is the vein which accompanies the A. Ascending aorta B. Arch of aorta C. Thoracic aorta D. Descending aorta
D
364. which type of autopsy consists of the examine of the gastrointestinal tract below the diaphragm A. cranial B. complete C. thoracic D. abdominal
D
369. which test for death involves the discoloration of the distal part of a finger or toes A. formaldehye test B. fluoroscein test C. ammonia test D. ligature test
D
373. which of the following is NOT characterisitic of an artery. A. they have three tunics B. they are cream colored C. they are deep seated in body parts D. they collapse when cut
D
375. which of the following blood vessels is NOT suitable for the injection of arterial fluids into a small infant A. arch of the aorta B. abdominal aorta C. ascending aorta D. superior vena cava
D
379. which of these temperatures is considered to be optimum for the growth and reproduction of bacteria A. 98.6 degrees of the celsius scale B. 32.0 degrees on the fahrenheit scale C. 120.0 degrees on the fahrenheit scale D. 37.0 degrees on the celsius scale
D
382. which of these embalming instruments is used to make an incision A. groove director B. bone separator C. cannula D. scalpel
D
395. if a body has been mutilated which of the following embalming procedures is recommended A. one high point injection B. high pressure C rapid rate of flow D. sectional embalming
D
397. which of these provides extravascular resistence to fluid distribution A. clots B. emboli C. thrombi D. tumors
D
401. which of these is NOT a stated objective of drainage procedures A. to make room for the arterial fluids B. to decrease the secondary dilution of the arterial fluid C. to remove livor mortis D. to increase the secondary dilution of the arterial fluid
D
42. Distentiion of the body tissues is a complication of A. Tuberculosis B. Poliomyelitis C. Scarlet fever D. Anasarca
D
43. One of the factors to be considered in selecting the artery to be injected is A. Age B. Weight C. Disease D. All of these
D
51. The movement of embalming solutions from the point of injection thorugh the arteries, arteriales, capillaries, venules and veins is called: A. Osmosis B. Diffusion C. Dialysis D. Distribution
D
54. The passing of arterial solution through teh capillary wall, caused by positive intravasular pressure is A. Osmosis B. Diffusion C. Dialysis D. Pressure filtration
D
55. The embalmer shold remove as much blood from the body as possible to A. Diminish secondary dilution B. Remove intravascular discolorations. C. Prevent distention. D. All of these.
D
60. Thos pre-embalming considerations given to the case at hand are called A. Pre-injection procedures. B. Terminal analysis. C. Concurrent analysis. D. Case analysis
D
62. During embalming, the head should be A. Tilted to the left approx. 15 degrees B. Tilted ot the right approx. 25 degrees C. Tilted to the left approx 25 degrees D. Tilited to the right appox. 15 degrees
D
64. Chemicals which in activate saprophytic bacteria and alter tissues so as to render them less susceptible to decomposition are A. Surfactants B. Germicides C. Humectants D. Preservatives
D
65. Chemicals which retard the increase in viscosity of the blood are. A. Germicides B. Buffers C. Surfactants D. Anitcoagulants
D
66. The component of arterial fluid which is designed to decrease the molecular cohesion at the surface of a liquid is a A. Buffer B. Humectant C. Vehicle D. Surfactant
D
70. Chemical additives employed to offset the effects of water with an excessive mineral concern are called A. Humectants B. Surfactants C. Vehicles D. Water conditioners
D
72. The action of CH2O (formaldehyde) on protein is termed A. Proteolysis B. Coagulation C. Putrefaction D. Saponification
D
75. Which of the following is NOT characteristic of a jaundice fluid? A. Contains reducing agents B. Contains bleaching agents C. Contains dye D. High formaldehyde content
D
76. Index is a measure of fluid strength which considers the percentage of A. Phenol B. Lanolin C. Acid D. Formaldehyde
D
79. The maximum average level of exposure to formaldehyde over an 8 hour time period is A. 5. PPM B. 2. PPM C. 0.5 PPM D. .75 PPM
D
8. Which of the following is an extrinsic factor to be considered in embalming a dead body? A. Pathological conditions B. Body moisture' C. Fever D. Atmospheric conditions
D
81. Skipped question!
D
83. A bronze discoloration develops on the body as a result of A. Postmortem stain B. Carbon monoxide poisoning C. Jaundice D. Addison's disease
D
86. Arteriosclerosis is a condition caused by the presence of __________ in the arterial tunics. A. Hemoglobin B. Amino acids C. Sodium deposits D. Calcium deposits
D
90. Hemolysis complicates the embalming process because it A. Helps distribute fluid throughout the remains. B. Retards fluid distribution. C. Coagulates the blood D. Causes a stain
D
93. Improper positioning of the head on the headrest may interfere with drainage from the A. Carotid artery B. Subclavian vein C. Brachial vein D. Jugular vein
D
94. An important factor to considered in case analysis is A. moisture content of tissues. B. Age C. Cause of death D. All of these
D
96. A postmortem discoloration brought about by the rupture of the red blood cells and release of their contents into the tissues is A. Livor mortis B. Algor mortis C. Autolysis D. Postmortem stain
D
The science of treating the boy chemically so to temporarily inhibit decomposition would most appropriately apply to which of the following terms A. restoration b. Disinfection C. embalming D. preservation
D
109. clear embalming fluid is usually purged from the nose and mouth during preparation of cases dead of pulmonary tuberculosis because A. lung capillaries are weakened by disease. B. pulmonary artery usually ruptures C. arterial supply to the trachea usually ruptures D. there is increased surface tension in lungs
a
192. The embalming pressure achieved in gravity embalming is A. .43 lb/ft B. 4.3 lb/ft C. 1.0 lb/ft D. 2.0 lb/ft
a
265. what is the purpose of formaldehyde in embalming fluids. A. it acts as a preservative B. It acts as a humectant C. It acts as a surfactant D. it acts as a vehicle
a
124. a blister is also known as A. boil B. vescile C. tumor D. furuncle
b
127. which of the following methods of injection and drainage is recommended for us in embalming cases which exhibit vascular disorders A. concurrent method b. continuous method C. Intermittent method D. terminal method
c
111. which of the following is not an intrinsic factor in case analysis. A. age B. sex C. weight of body d. refrigeration
d
1. A method of obtaining pressure for the injunction of arterial fluid is: A. A hydroaspiratror B. A hand pump C. An electric spatula D. Needle injector
B
100. Vascular embalming fluids are injected into the A. Lymph system B. Arterial system C. Pulmonary system D. Cavities
B
