NBE Science- D.E.A.D. Quesions

Males of this religious denomination may be expected to be dressed in dark trousers, a white shirt, and dark blue vest. A. Amish B. Eastern Orthodox C. Jehovah's Witness D. Latter Day Saints

A. Amish

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. osmosis.

A method which can prevent oral purge when shipping by air is to___. A. pack orophayrnx with absorbent powder and cotton B. pack nasopharynx with cotton and absorbent powder C. ligate the trachea D. keep a sealer casket sealed during the flight

A. pack orophayrnx with absorbent powder and cotton

The facility at a cemetery where bodies may be stored during the winter pending burial once the ground thaws is called ___. A. receiving vault B. mausoleum C. morgue D. columbarium

A. receiving vault

A properly completed death certificate has the signatures of Certifier, funeral director, and ___. A. registrar B. next of kin C. public administrator D. executor or executrix

A. registrar

The prefix "myelo" means A. spinal cord B. muscle C. cranium D. serum

A. spinal cord

After a burial is completed, the burial/transit permit is permanently filed with ___. A. the registrar of the district where burial occurred B. the cemetery C. the registrar of the district where death occurred D. the registrar where the person last resided

A. the registrar of the district where burial occurred

An embalmed and casketed body shows signs of swelling, some discoloration, odor, and crepitation. This condition is likely ___. A. tissue gas B. dry gangrene C. decubitus ulcer D. necrosis

A. tissue gas

What is the implication of sterilization? A. to render an object free of all living organisms B. to prevent the reproduction of all living organisms on an object C. to render an object free of all living pathogens D. to render an object free of all vegetative forms of living organisms

A. to render an object free of all living organisms

Varicose veins is a condition otherwise known as A. varices. B. phlebitis. C. endocarditis. D. asphyxiation.

A. varices.

Poliomyelitis is caused by a A. virus B. diplococcus C. coccus D. bacillus

A. virus

Members of the Masonic Lodge will generally be laid out in the casket wearing a __________ apron. A. white B. green C. purple D. red

A. white

Minor invasive techniques used to make a body presentable for identification before cremation, like aspiration without injection and use of injector needles, do not require authorization from the family because they are known to be a standard practice. A. True B. False

B. False

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. Internal jugular vein

Elevates and extends the upper lip. A.Levator palpebrae superioris B. Levator labii superioris C. Orbicularis oris D. Levator labii superioris alaeque nasi

B. Levator labii superioris

Which organism is acid fast positive? A. Neisseria B. Mycobacterium C. Corynebacterium D. Salmonella

B. Mycobacterium

A slightly oversize casket for a larger person is 32 inches wide and 84 inches long. Will it fit in a standard vault? A. YES B. NO

B. No

This bone of the head articulates with the parietal bone at the lambdoidal suture and the temporal bone at the squamosal suture. A. Frontal Bone B. Occipital Bone C. Parietal Bone D. Temporal Bone

B. Occipital Bone

Located inferior to the parietal bones and anterior to the occipital bone. A. Nasal Bone B. Temporal Bone C. Frontal Bone D. Maxilla

B. Temporal Bone

For a male who has completed the Temple Ordinance of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints, the clothing of the deceased will include ___. A. a green apron. B. a white sash from left shoulder to left ankle C. a scapular D. a green cap placed on the head just before the casket is closed

B. a white sash from left shoulder to left ankle

Directing the point of the trocar toward a point one-fourth of the distance from the right anterior superior iliac spine to the pubic symphysis is the trocar guide for the A. urinary bladder. B. cecum/appendix. C. heart. D. liver.

B. cecum/appendix.

The destruction of all pathogens except bacterial spores is termed: A. sterilization B. disinfection C, bacteriostasis D. antisepsis

B. disinfection "The destruction of all life forms, including bacterial spores, is sterilization. The destruction of all pathogens except spores is disinfection."

A communicable disease which is constantly present to a greater or lesser degree within a community is termed A. sporadic B. endemic C. pandemic D. epidemic

B. endemic

Normal flora bacteria will cause which of the following types of infection? A. acute B. endogenous C. exogenous D. chronic

B. endogenous

Which of the following would most likely transmit typhoid fever as a mechanical vector? A. louse B. housefly C. tick D. mosquito

B. housefly

When an area of the face is __________ it appears to be brought forward and emphasized. When an area of the face is ___________ it appears to recede. A. shadowed . . . highlighted B. lightened . . . darkened C. larger . . . smaller D. cosmetized with cool color . . . cosmetized with warm color

B. lightened . . . darkened

A disorder believed to develop as an after effect of a severe streptococcal infection is A.atelectasis B. rheumatic heart disease C. addison's disease D. leukemia

B. rheumatic heart disease

What infection occurs as a late complication of another disease and is itself the actual cause of death? A. sporadic B. terminal C. primary D. endogenous

B. terminal

What furrow is found at the lower border of the lower eyelid? A. the oblique palpebral sulcus B. the inferior palpebral sulcus C. the angulus oris sulcus D. the nasolabial sulcus

B. the inferior palpebral sulcus

The lightness or darkness of a hue is referred to as its: A. opacity B. value C. hue D. intensity

B. value

Another name for methyl alcohol is A. rubber alcohol B. wood alcohol C. grain alcohol D. isopropyl alcohol

B. wood alcohol

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. Embolism

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. Dilute solution

C. Hypertonic solution

A sprig of Acacia placed in the casket would be appropriate for members of which of the following fraternal organizations? A. Knights of the Golden Circle B. Knights of Columbus C. Masonic Lodge D. Circle K

C. Masonic Lodge

What is the decomposition of proteins by the enzymes of anaerobic bacteria? A. Decay B. Carbolysis C. Putrefaction D. Fermentation

C. Putrefaction

Which of the following is 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. Secure the jaws in position

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. The temperature of the body

The cooling of the body to the temperature of its surrounding is A. rigor mortis. B. livor mortis. C. algor mortis. D. post mortem hypostasis.

C. algor mortis.

The self-destruction of cells is known as A. saccharolysis. B. lipolysis. C. autolysis. D. algor mortis.

C. autolysis.

Livor mortis is synonymous with A. rigor mortis. B. algor mortis. C. cadaveric lividity. D. agonal mortis.

C. cadaveric lividity.

Which is the following structures interfere most with phagocytosis? A. granules B. vacuoles C. capsules D. flagella

C. capsules

When measured from the normal hairline to the base of the chin, what is the location of the superior border of the chin? A. two-thirds B. one-third C. eight-ninths D. one-half

C. eight-ninths

Damage to the valves of the heart usually occurs in cases with A. atheroma. B. pneumonia. C. endocarditis. D. diphtheria.

C. endocarditis. Endocarditis is a life-threatening inflammation of the inner lining of your heart's chambers and valves (endocardium).

A virus is a A. strict saprophyte B. strict parasite C. facultative parasite D. toxin

C. facultative parasite

What type of infection spreads from one spot of infection to cause other spots of infection in the body? A. local B. epidemic C. focal D. acute

C. focal

Members of the LDS Church who have Temple Endowment are dressed with a __________ apron for viewing in the casket. A. purple B. red C. green D. white

C. green

Inflammation of the liver is called A. colitis B. cholecystitis C. hepatitis D. livor mortis

C. hepatitis

The shroud in which Muslims are buried is called a ___. A. qiblah B. janazah C. kafan D. al Ghusl

C. kafan

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-fourth of the orbit.

C. lower one-third of the orbit.

A chronic condition of the lungs caused by the inhalation of dust particles is known as A. pleuritis B. emphysema C. pneumoconiosis D. tuberculosis

C. pneumoconiosis

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. popliteal

The replacement of destroyed tissue with connective tissue is called A. ulcer B. suppuration C. repair D. hyperplasia

C. repair

The two points which define the linear guide for the right common carotid artery are A. center of the base of the axillary space and the center of the forearm. B. center of the antecubital fossa and the center of the base of the index finger. C. sternoclavicular articulation and the lobe of the ear. D. center of the inguinal ligament and the center of the medial condyle of the femur.

C. sternoclavicular articulation and the lobe of the ear.

Which bony structure divides the length of the ear into halves? A. the condyle B. the mandibular fossa C. the zygomatic arch D. the squama

C. the zygomatic arch

During embalming, the head should be A. tilted to the left approximately 15 degrees. B. tilted to the right approximately 25 degrees. C. tilted to the right approximately 15 degrees. D. tilted to the left approximately 25 degrees.

C. tilted to the right approximately 15 degrees.

Which of the following is NOT a fungal infection? A. Aspergillosis B. Coccidioidomycosis C. Candida D. Giardiasis

D. Giardiasis

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. Superior vena cava

Which of the following organisms is the causative agent for a venereal disease? A. Klebsiella pneumoniae B. Leptospira interrogans C. Yersinia pestis D. Treponema pallidum

D. Treponema pallidum

One example of an intrinsic factor in case analysis is A. religion. B. refrigeration. C. altitude. D. cause of death.

D. cause of death.

Three of these signs exhibited by an embalmed and casketed body can be reduced or eliminated by reaspiration. The one that will only respond to a different treatment is ___. A. odor from gas production B. purge c. expanding abdominal region D. desquamation

D. desquamation

Which of the following is a mode of direct disease transmission? A. mechanical vectors B. biological vectors C. contaminated formites D. droplet spray

D. droplet spray

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. external iliac

Which of these compounds is described as a water soluble gas with an irritating pungent odor? A. sodium chlorine B. acetone C. benzene D. formaldehyde

D. formaldehyde

Which of the following can be used to sear deep tissues? A. arterial fluid B. an anticoagulant C. a humectant D. phenol

D. phenol

The passing of arterial solution through the capillary wall, caused by positive intravascular pressure is A. osmosis. B. diffusion. C. dialysis. D. pressure filtration.

D. pressure filtration.

Malaria and amoebiasis are caused by A. yeast B. virus C. bacteria D. protozoa

D. protozoa

A sunken supraorbital area can be restored to natural form and projection by the injection of tissue builder through which of the following points of entry? A. the marginal hairline of the temple B. the inner canthus of the eye C. the lateral end of the line of mouth D. several punctures in the eyebrow

D. several punctures in the eyebrow

A broad head shape noted for its lack of curvature is recognized as A. infantine B. diamond C. egg- shaped D. strong

D. strong

The common carotid arteries bifurcate into the internal carotid and external carotid at the level of the ___. A. second costal cartilage. B. sternoclavicular articulation. C. arch of the aorta. D. superior border of the thyroid cartilage.

D. superior border of the thyroid cartilage.

A substance that is capable of bringing about a reduction in the surface tension of a fluid: A. none of these B. preservative C. buffer D. surfactant

D. surfactant

Select the correct statement about cremation and pacemakers. A. the certifying physician is responsible for removal B. the fee for pacemaker removal is included in the direct cremation package C. pacemakers no longer need to be removed D. the funeral home may legally charge an extra fee for pacemaker removal

D. the funeral home may legally charge an extra fee for pacemaker removal

Which of the following is named for its characteristics chewing action? A. the zygomatic minor muscle B. the orbicularis oris muscle C. the platysma muscle D. the masseter muscle

D. the masseter muscle

The causative agent of a disease modified in such a manner that it will no longer cause the disease but will still promote the production of antibodies is a(n) A. antibiotic B. antitoxin C. antiserum D. vaccine

D. vaccine

Diffusion

Movement of molecules from an area of higher concentration to an area of lower concentration. "Diffusion applies to any passage of molecules through space. A specific type of diffusion is osmosis which only applies when there is movement of solvent through a semipermeable membrane. No membrane means no osmosis, but in this question there is a membrane, the capillary so it is osmosis."

Dimethyl ketone A. Acetone B. Adhesive C. Bleach D. Rubbing Alcohol

A. Acetone

A 79 years old Caucasian woman first presented to a medical visit complaining of vertigo (dizziness) which started a month and a half prior. She first went to an ear, nose and throat specialist who found nothing. Her symptoms became progressively worse along with bilateral visual impairment, child-like behavior and walking issues. She had a history of hypertension, arrhythmia and a L knee replacement. Her physician performed an EEG which was strikingly abnormal. She was discharged without a clear diagnosis. 12 days later she was re-admitted with significant worsening of symptoms that included not being able to walk, a worsening dementia and an inability to speak or swallow appropriately. Cerebrospinal fluid was normal. As her hospital stay evolves she lapsed into coma and tonic clonic seizures. She had several pulmonary and urinary infections and died after 45 days of respiratory insufficiency. A rare, yet deadly neu

A. Creutzfeldt-Jacob Disease

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.

A. Dr. William Harvey.

Which of the following is not an infectious disease? A. Hydrocephalus B. Hepatitis C. Rabies D. Pneumonia

A. Hydrocephalus

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 D. It can act as a buffer

A. It can act as a perfuming agent

Which of these is a disadvantage of using the gravity percolator for embalming? A. It has a limited pressure range B. It requires no electricity C. It provides constant flow D. It may be adopted for aspiration

A. It has a limited pressure range

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. It is the primary injection solution

Which of the following treatments would be used for the embalming of 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. Large volume of a dilute solution

Elevates and protrudes the lower lip. It also wrinkles the skin over the chin. A. Mentalis B. Buccinator C. Masseter D. Orbicularis oris

A. Mentalis

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. Radial artery

Which of the following is a quaternary ammonium compound? A. Zephiran chloride B. Tincture of iodine C. Carbolic acid D. Mercuric chloride

A. Zephiran chloride

The item which the funeral home must supply for a funeral in a Roman Catholic church is ___. A. a church truck B. a casket rack C. a pall D. rosary beads

A. a church truck

When using a rental casket for a funeral service followed by cremation, the inner unit is removed from the shell ___. A. after the funeral and before cremation B. after visitation and before the funeral C. prior to visitation D. after cremation

A. after the funeral and before cremation

A transfer container with a wooden base or tray with a cardboard cover to protect a casket when shipped by common carrier is the description of ___. A. air tray B. combination case C. alternative container D. transfer pack

A. air tray

Select the item which is included in Direct Burial package as required by FTC funeral rule. A. arranging for final disposition B. a grave liner C. placing an obituary notice D. embalming

A. arranging for final disposition

Just behind the medial border of the coracobrachialis muscle is the anatomical guide for the ____________ artery. A. axillary B. common carotid C. radial D. brachial

A. axillary

The buccal depression is found in the A. cheek B. upper neck C. forehead D. temporal area

A. cheek

Which of the following is NOT a recommended method of attachment and support for a restored ear? A. cotton and liquid sealer B. the intradermal stitch C. the basket weave suture D. a bent wire armature

A. cotton and liquid sealer

The decomposition of protein by the action of aerobic bacteria is A. decay. B. fermentation. C. putrefaction. D. lipolysis.

A. decay.

Variable factors encountered with every dead body are classified as A. intrinsic or extrinsic. B. hypertonic or hypotonic. C. chronic or acute. D. firm and dry.

A. intrinsic or extrinsic.

Which of the following is a large, rounded protuberance found posterior and inferior to the mass of the ear? A. mastoid process B. mandibular fossa C. parietal eminence D. zygomatic arch

A. mastoid process

A body which is unembalmed for visitation but was kept in refrigeration for the full post mortem interval will appear ____ if the environment is warm and humid during open casket visitation. A. moist or sweaty B. shrunken and dry C, to have desquamation D. jaundiced

A. moist or sweaty

The time to remove the identification tags applied by the funeral home is ___. A. never B. once the body is dressed C. before the funeral starts D. after the funeral but before final disposition

A. never

In the United States most Muslims are buried in caskets. In this case, how is the body positioned? A. on the right side B. on the back, hands to the side C. face down D. on the left side

A. on the right side

The lips meet each other A. one- half the distance from the base of the nose to the superior border of the chin B. five- sixths the distance from the base of the chin to the base of the nose C. one- half the distance from the base of the chin to the base of the nose D. one- half the distance from the base of the chin to the superior border of the chin

A. one- half the distance from the base of the nose to the superior border of the chin

The passage of water from the capillaries into the intercellular spaces, or from intercellular space into capillaries is referred to as ___. A. osmosis. B. diffusion. C. distribution. D. pressure filtration.

A. osmosis