Funeral Services Embalming & Body Preparation 2

Question 1

What is the term for the discoloration caused by the settling of blood after death?

Accepted Answer

Livor mortis

Answer

Livor mortis is the purplish-red discoloration that occurs when blood pools in the lowest parts of the body after circulation stops.

Question 2

What PPE is required by OSHA when embalming?

Accepted Answer

Gloves, mask, gown, and eye protection

Answer

OSHA's Bloodborne Pathogen Standard requires funeral workers to wear gloves, mask, gown, and eye protection when embalming to prevent exposure to infectious materials.

Question 3

What is the purpose of a trocar during embalming?

Accepted Answer

Aspirating cavity contents and injecting cavity chemical

Answer

A trocar is a long hollow instrument used to aspirate the contents of body cavities and inject cavity preservative chemicals.

Question 4

What does the term 'index' refer to in embalming fluid?

Accepted Answer

The formaldehyde concentration by percentage

Answer

The index of an embalming fluid refers to its formaldehyde concentration expressed as a percentage, used to determine the strength needed for a case.

Question 5

Which disinfectant is recommended for cleaning embalming room surfaces after a procedure?

Accepted Answer

Bleach solution (1:10 dilution)

Answer

A 1:10 bleach solution is an EPA-approved disinfectant effective against bloodborne pathogens and is recommended for decontaminating embalming surfaces.

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Funeral Services Embalming & Body Preparation 2