Embalming Theory 2: Final study Guide

Treatment of the interior walls of an autopsied cavity could include?

Autopsy Gel

A body with yellowing in the tissues and eyes should be treated with what type of fluid?

Jaundice fluid

A chemical that neutralizes formaldehyde is?

Small amount of ammonia.

This is a commonly prescribed synthetic opioid similar to morphine, yet 50-100 times more potent.

Fentanyl

Cremated remains may be shipped (domestic or international) through?

The United States Postal Service

Generalized body edema

Anasarca

These drugs as the most widely used class of drugs?

Antibiotics

These drugs are commonly used for pain relief and anesthesia.

Opioids

Which of the following is not a suggested practice when preparing a body for viewing without embalming?

Removing identification tags or bracelets

Purge coming from the mouth that looks like coffee grounds is likely from where?

Stomach

The accumulation of serous fluid in the sac-like cavity in the tunica vaginalis testis of the male scrotum is called?

Hydrocele

This organ is the main detoxification center of the body

Liver

Injection of a small amount of highly concentrated fluid in short bursts into the head is referred to as?

Instant tissue fixation

Which of the following documents should be placed in the shipping envelope attached to the shipping container or combo unit containing the deceased?

All of the Above

When shipping human remains internationally, it is best to contact which organization to receive consultation on specific shipping requirements for the country of destination?

Consulate of the receiving country

Proteolytic enzymes do not break down proteins (True or False)

False

According to the Mausoleum Demolition and Disentombment Project, less than ____% of all 650 disinterments were in a state of active decomposition.

15

Restricted Cervical Injection means that the left carotid leading toward the body should be?

Closed

These drugs can lead to dehydration, low protein levels, kidney dysfunction, and the retention of nitrogenous waste?

Tranquilizers

This complication occurs as a result of altered carbohydrate metabolism leading to a buildup of lactic acid?

Acidosis

Arteries and veins have three layers which include all of the following except?

Tunica proxima

A cautery chemical, like phenol, is good for?

drying and disinfection

An example of extravascular resistance would be?

swollen lymph nodes

This program requires all funeral homes who wish to transport human remains on a passenger aircraft to register

Known Shipper Program

What is the best practice for removing a transdermal opioid patch from a decedent?

Remove the patch with an instrument such as forceps

According to the Mausoleum Demolition and Disentombment Project, between 1900 and 1960 nearly ____% of human remains were embalmed.

99%

When positioning the ventilation system, the vent that is pulling air should be positioned where?

At the foot of the body

Airline passengers are allowed to travel with cremated remains only in a checked bag ( True or False)

False

Which of the following is not a consideration when treating a body exposed to radiation?

Height/Weight of the body

A decedent has entered your care that shows signs of dehydration and emaciation. What type of chemicals would you consider using to combat dehydration and allow the embalmed tissue to retain moisture?

Low Index Arterials

The documentation associated with shipping a decedent should be attached to which end of the shipping container

The head

Edema of the cavities does not mix with, or dilute the arterial solution? (True or False)

True

The FTC forbids statements that guarantee long-term embalming preservation. (True or False)

True

Chemotherapeutic agents may include all of the following except?

aminoglycosides