FREE BMS Bachelor of Mortuary Science Funeral Directing and Rites Questions and Answers Flashcards

Which legal document grants a funeral director the authority to take custody of a deceased person's remains?

Answer: Custody release form

A custody release form, signed by the legal next of kin, authorizes the funeral director to take possession of the remains.

During a traditional funeral service, what is the primary purpose of the committal ceremony?

Answer: To finalize the disposition of the remains at the burial site

The committal ceremony is the final phase of the funeral rite conducted at the place of disposition, such as a graveside service.

What does the FTC Funeral Rule require regarding casket sales for cremation?

Answer: An alternative container must be offered if no casket is desired

The FTC Funeral Rule mandates that funeral providers offer an alternative container option when cremation is chosen without a casket.

In funeral directing, what is the term for arranging the features of the deceased to create a natural and peaceful appearance?

Answer: Setting the features

Setting the features involves positioning the mouth, eyes, and facial expression of the deceased to achieve a lifelike, restful appearance.

Which type of funeral rite is conducted without the body of the deceased present?

Answer: Memorial service

A memorial service is a ceremony honoring the deceased that takes place without the body or cremated remains present.

What is the funeral director's primary ethical obligation when meeting with a bereaved family for an arrangement conference?

Answer: Providing full disclosure of prices and service options

Ethical funeral directing requires transparent disclosure of all available options and their prices so families can make informed decisions.