Embalming II - Lesson 2.1 Study Guide
Why is it common to use solution strengths similar to an adult when embalming an
infant? - CORRECT ANSWER-Even though infants will not need as much fluid as an
adult due to size they will need similar treatment in terms of demand for disinfection,
preservation due to high moisture issues, postmortem changes and possibly similar
discoloration to that of adults. We will not preinject due to moisture.
With regard to children, what should be done to ensure good cosmetic treatment? -
CORRECT ANSWER-Ensure facial hair or laguno should be removed to facilitate good
cosmetic application.
What would an extensive incision down the inner leg indicate? - CORRECT ANSWER-
Decedent has had the greater saphenous vein taken for transplant in a coronary bypass
operation.
According to the text/notes, what is an "ideal" rate of flow (in oz./minute)? - CORRECT
ANSWER-Eight (8) to thirteen (13) ounces per minute and ten (10) to fifteen (15)
minutes per gallon for the first gallon of solution.
According to the text/notes, what range of pressure settings should be sufficient to
overcome body resistances? - CORRECT ANSWER-Five (5) to twenty (20) pounds
should be sufficient to overcome body resistance.
What are the four injection sites for an unautopsied infant? - CORRECT ANSWER-1.
Common carotid artery
2. Femoral arteries
3. Abdominal artery
4. Ascending aorta
Define the term frenulum. - CORRECT ANSWER-The vertical restraining fold of
mucous membrane on the midline of the inside of each lip connecting the lip with the
gum.
When embalming an infant, why is it a good idea to inject the distal leg first? -
CORRECT ANSWER-Allows the embalmer to observe the effects of the solution on the
skin of the leg to determine if too much or too little dye has been used.
Which vessel commonly used for injection most frequently exhibits sclerosis? -
CORRECT ANSWER-Femoral artery.
Why is it common to use solution strengths similar to an adult when embalming an
infant? - CORRECT ANSWER-Even though infants will not need as much fluid as an
adult due to size they will need similar treatment in terms of demand for disinfection,
preservation due to high moisture issues, postmortem changes and possibly similar
discoloration to that of adults. We will not preinject due to moisture.
With regard to children, what should be done to ensure good cosmetic treatment? -
CORRECT ANSWER-Ensure facial hair or laguno should be removed to facilitate good
cosmetic application.
What would an extensive incision down the inner leg indicate? - CORRECT ANSWER-
Decedent has had the greater saphenous vein taken for transplant in a coronary bypass
operation.
According to the text/notes, what is an "ideal" rate of flow (in oz./minute)? - CORRECT
ANSWER-Eight (8) to thirteen (13) ounces per minute and ten (10) to fifteen (15)
minutes per gallon for the first gallon of solution.
According to the text/notes, what range of pressure settings should be sufficient to
overcome body resistances? - CORRECT ANSWER-Five (5) to twenty (20) pounds
should be sufficient to overcome body resistance.
What are the four injection sites for an unautopsied infant? - CORRECT ANSWER-1.
Common carotid artery
2. Femoral arteries
3. Abdominal artery
4. Ascending aorta
Define the term frenulum. - CORRECT ANSWER-The vertical restraining fold of
mucous membrane on the midline of the inside of each lip connecting the lip with the
gum.
When embalming an infant, why is it a good idea to inject the distal leg first? -
CORRECT ANSWER-Allows the embalmer to observe the effects of the solution on the
skin of the leg to determine if too much or too little dye has been used.
Which vessel commonly used for injection most frequently exhibits sclerosis? -
CORRECT ANSWER-Femoral artery.
