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Embalming & Body Preparation Flashcards

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  1. What is the primary purpose of arterial embalming?

    Answer: To disinfect and temporarily preserve the body

    Arterial embalming introduces preservative chemicals through the vascular system to disinfect and temporarily preserve the body for viewing.

  2. Which artery is most commonly used as the primary injection site during embalming?

    Answer: Common carotid artery

    The common carotid artery is most frequently used as the primary injection site because it provides easy access and effective distribution of embalming fluid.

  3. What chemical is the primary preservative in most embalming fluids?

    Answer: Formaldehyde

    Formaldehyde is the primary preservative in embalming fluids because it cross-links proteins to prevent decomposition.

  4. What is cavity embalming used for?

    Answer: Aspirating and treating the thoracic and abdominal cavities

    Cavity embalming involves aspirating the contents of the thoracic and abdominal cavities and injecting cavity fluid to preserve internal organs.

  5. Rigor mortis typically begins within how many hours after death?

    Answer: 2–6 hours

    Rigor mortis typically begins within 2–6 hours after death as ATP is depleted and actin-myosin bonds form in muscle tissue.

  6. Which condition requires special care during embalming due to increased risk of fluid leakage?

    Answer: Edema

    Edema causes tissues to be saturated with excess fluid, increasing the risk of leakage and requiring modified embalming techniques.

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