AAMI Principles of Embalming 1 Week 2 Questions & Answers(RATED A)

The word "Embalm" originally meant: -ANSWER "To preserve a corpse with spices" (Old French) The modern definition for the word "Embalm" -ANSWER Embalming is the process of chemically treating the dead human body to • reduce the presence and growth of microorganisms, • to retard organic decomposition, and • to restore an acceptable physical appearance The 3 Main Objectives of Embalming are: -ANSWER 1. Disinfection 2. (Temporary) Preservation 3. Restoration Disinfection -ANSWER The destruction or inhibition of pathogenic organisms (also referred to as pathogens or micro-organisms) and their products in or on the body". Why is it important for the embalmer to destroy microorganisms? -ANSWER Many of these pathogens do not die when the body dies. This makes them a danger to the embalmer