CMT Mortuary Science & Procedures 3

Question 1

Which law primarily governs the transportation of human remains across state lines?

Accepted Answer

Interstate Commerce Clause regulations and state reciprocity laws

Answer

Interstate transportation of human remains is governed by state laws and reciprocity agreements, often requiring a burial transit permit from the state of death.

Question 2

What is the recommended disinfectant category for surfaces contaminated with human remains fluids under OSHA standards?

Accepted Answer

Hospital-grade tuberculocidal disinfectant

Answer

OSHA requires hospital-grade tuberculocidal disinfectants for surfaces contaminated with blood or other potentially infectious materials in mortuary settings.

Question 3

When embalming a body with severe edema, which technique adjustment is most appropriate?

Accepted Answer

Use co-injection fluid with a dehydrating agent and lower index fluid

Answer

Edematous cases benefit from co-injection fluids containing dehydrating agents to help reduce tissue moisture while using appropriately diluted arterial solutions.

Question 4

What is 'sectional embalming' used for?

Accepted Answer

Injecting each body region separately when normal distribution is not possible

Answer

Sectional (multipoint) embalming involves injecting each body region through separate arterial points when a single injection cannot adequately distribute fluid throughout.

Question 5

Which muscle group is LAST to experience rigor mortis in the typical progression?

Accepted Answer

Lower extremity muscles

Answer

Rigor mortis generally begins in the face and neck and progresses downward (cephalocaudal), so the lower extremities are typically the last to become rigid.

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CMT Mortuary Science & Procedures 3