BMS Restorative Art and Modeling 2 — Questions and Answers
Question 1: Which wax type is most commonly used for building up tissue on a decedent's face?
- Modeling wax (Correct answer)
- Beeswax
- Paraffin wax
- Carnauba wax
Correct answer: Modeling wax
Modeling wax (also called mortuary wax or surface restorer) is specifically formulated for use in restorative art to rebuild facial tissue.
Question 2: When restoring a laceration on the face, what is the FIRST step a restorative artist should take?
- Cleanse and dry the area (Correct answer)
- Apply wax immediately
- Apply cosmetics to cover the wound
- Suture the wound closed
Correct answer: Cleanse and dry the area
Cleansing and drying the area is the first step to ensure adhesion of restorative materials and to prevent infection.
Question 3: The Fitzpatrick scale is used in restorative art to classify what characteristic of decedents?
- Skin tone and phototype (Correct answer)
- Degree of trauma
- Hair texture
- Facial symmetry
Correct answer: Skin tone and phototype
The Fitzpatrick scale classifies skin types I–VI based on pigmentation, helping embalmers and restorative artists select appropriate cosmetic tones.
Question 4: Which suture technique is most appropriate for closing a gaping scalp laceration during restoration?
- Baseball suture (Correct answer)
- Intradermal suture
- Bridge suture
- Purse-string suture
Correct answer: Baseball suture
The baseball suture is used to bring gaping wound edges together, especially in areas with tension such as the scalp.
Question 5: Which of the following best describes the purpose of a 'feature builder' in restorative art?
- To reconstruct missing or distorted facial features (Correct answer)
- To apply color cosmetics
- To smooth embalmed skin
- To seal incisions after embalming
Correct answer: To reconstruct missing or distorted facial features
A feature builder is a rigid, fast-setting restorative compound used to reconstruct missing or severely distorted facial features.
Question 6: When restoring a decedent with extensive facial edema, which technique helps reduce swelling prior to restoration?
- Channel and drain techniques (Correct answer)
- Hypodermic injection of wax
- Application of surface packs
- Arterial injection of humectant
Correct answer: Channel and drain techniques
Channeling and draining techniques physically remove edematous fluid from tissues to reduce swelling before restorative procedures.
Question 7: Which color theory concept is most important when mixing cosmetics to match a decedent's skin tone?
- Complementary color correction (Correct answer)
- Monochromatic color harmony
- Analogous color blending
- Triadic color selection
Correct answer: Complementary color correction
Complementary color correction is used to neutralize unwanted hues—for example, using a peach or orange tone to correct a bluish discoloration.
BMS Restorative Art and Modeling 2
Which wax type is most commonly used for building up tissue on a decedent's face?