BMS Funeral Service Microbiology and Pathology 2

Question 1

Which type of hepatitis virus is transmitted primarily through fecal-oral contamination and poses a risk from deceased individuals with poor hygiene conditions?

Accepted Answer

Hepatitis A

Answer

Hepatitis A is transmitted via the fecal-oral route and can be present in remains where sanitation was compromised.

Question 2

The process by which bacteria break down proteins in decomposing tissue into simpler nitrogenous compounds is called:

Accepted Answer

Putrefaction

Answer

Putrefaction is the anaerobic bacterial decomposition of proteins, producing malodorous nitrogenous compounds.

Question 3

Which of the following best describes a prion-related disease that embalmers must be aware of as an occupational biohazard?

Accepted Answer

Creutzfeldt-Jakob Disease

Answer

Creutzfeldt-Jakob Disease (CJD) is caused by misfolded prion proteins resistant to standard disinfection, requiring special precautions during embalming.

Question 4

A funerary professional notes greenish discoloration beginning in the right iliac region of a body. This is most directly caused by:

Accepted Answer

Clostridium bacteria producing hydrogen sulfide with hemoglobin

Answer

The greenish discoloration (skin slip) in the right iliac region is caused by Clostridium bacteria reacting hydrogen sulfide with hemoglobin to form sulfhemoglobin.

Question 5

Which gram-positive, spore-forming anaerobe is responsible for gas gangrene and is a significant concern in traumatic deaths?

Accepted Answer

Clostridium perfringens

Answer

Clostridium perfringens produces alpha-toxin and gas, causing gas gangrene in soft tissues and poses embalming challenges.

BMS - Bachelor of Mortuary Science Practice Test

BMS - Bachelor of Mortuary Science Practice Test

BMS Funeral Service Microbiology and Pathology 2