CMT CMT Anatomy & Pathology for Mortuary Science

Question 1

Which artery is most commonly used as the primary injection site in standard arterial embalming?

Accepted Answer

Common carotid artery

Answer

The common carotid artery is the most frequently used primary injection site because it is accessible and allows embalming fluid to reach the head and major trunk vessels.

Question 2

What is the name of the large vein typically used as the primary drainage point during arterial embalming?

Accepted Answer

Internal jugular vein

Answer

The internal jugular vein is the most common primary drainage site during embalming because it is located near the injection site and handles high volumes of drainage.

Question 3

Which condition describes the stiffening of the body's muscles after death due to chemical changes in muscle tissue?

Accepted Answer

Rigor mortis

Answer

Rigor mortis is post-mortem muscle stiffening caused by the depletion of ATP and cross-linking of actin and myosin proteins in muscle tissue.

Question 4

What is the function of the lymphatic system relevant to embalming distribution?

Accepted Answer

It transports interstitial fluid and plays a role in edema that can affect embalming fluid distribution

Answer

The lymphatic system drains interstitial fluid; when compromised by disease or obstruction, it contributes to edema that impairs even embalming fluid distribution.

Question 5

Which organ serves as the primary site of blood filtration and stores blood in reserve in the living body?

Accepted Answer

Spleen

Answer

The spleen filters blood, removes old red blood cells, and stores a reserve of blood that can be released into circulation when needed.

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CMT CMT Anatomy & Pathology for Mortuary Science