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I earned my osteopathic ______ degree from the Texas College of Osteopathic Medicine.
I earned my osteopathic ______ degree from the Texas College of Osteopathic Medicine.
medical
Pathology is a study that focuses on the cause and resulting changes brought about by ______ or injuries.
Pathology is a study that focuses on the cause and resulting changes brought about by ______ or injuries.
diseases
I completed residency training in Anatomic ______ at Ball Memorial Hospital.
I completed residency training in Anatomic ______ at Ball Memorial Hospital.
Pathology
Afterward, I did fellowship training in ______ at Indiana University School of Medicine.
Afterward, I did fellowship training in ______ at Indiana University School of Medicine.
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I became a consultant forensic pathologist with the State of Winchester’s Office of the Chief ______.
I became a consultant forensic pathologist with the State of Winchester’s Office of the Chief ______.
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The pathology field is a scientific area of study, as results are determined by examining various ______, fluid, and/or organ samples.
The pathology field is a scientific area of study, as results are determined by examining various ______, fluid, and/or organ samples.
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I have been called as a witness to testify on ______ separate occasions by the State.
I have been called as a witness to testify on ______ separate occasions by the State.
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The ______ may have several applications in preventing, diagnosing, and treating a wide variety of diseases.
The ______ may have several applications in preventing, diagnosing, and treating a wide variety of diseases.
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Asphyxiation can occur due to various causes, including choking and drowning, both of which are critical ______ in forensic investigations.
Asphyxiation can occur due to various causes, including choking and drowning, both of which are critical ______ in forensic investigations.
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Lipoid pneumonia is associated with inhalation of ______-containing substances.
Lipoid pneumonia is associated with inhalation of ______-containing substances.
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The mechanism of death was lung inflammation induced by the inhalation of ______.
The mechanism of death was lung inflammation induced by the inhalation of ______.
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Lipoid pneumonia is a rare form of pneumonia caused by inhalation or aspiration of ______.
Lipoid pneumonia is a rare form of pneumonia caused by inhalation or aspiration of ______.
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Forensic pathology focuses on the initial event that created a cascade of medical ______.
Forensic pathology focuses on the initial event that created a cascade of medical ______.
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In the investigation of a death, it is important to identify the ______ condition contributing to the event.
In the investigation of a death, it is important to identify the ______ condition contributing to the event.
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The chain of events findings aim at putting the pieces of the ______ together.
The chain of events findings aim at putting the pieces of the ______ together.
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Increased pressure in the liver vessels caused the veins of the esophagus to ______ and bleed.
Increased pressure in the liver vessels caused the veins of the esophagus to ______ and bleed.
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Asphyxiation, in many cases, can result from compromised ability to ______ oxygen.
Asphyxiation, in many cases, can result from compromised ability to ______ oxygen.
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Ms. Chapelle reported a history of asthma but could not produce an ______ because she had not renewed her prescription.
Ms. Chapelle reported a history of asthma but could not produce an ______ because she had not renewed her prescription.
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Paramedics noted Ms. Chapelle was sitting ______ in a hallway, indicating distress.
Paramedics noted Ms. Chapelle was sitting ______ in a hallway, indicating distress.
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An important aspect of the forensic inquiry is assessing ______ factors that may have contributed to death.
An important aspect of the forensic inquiry is assessing ______ factors that may have contributed to death.
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The mechanism of death is the physiological derangement due to the cause that results in the ______.
The mechanism of death is the physiological derangement due to the cause that results in the ______.
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In the case of a stab wound, the ______ would be hemorrhage.
In the case of a stab wound, the ______ would be hemorrhage.
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The ______ of death is the underlying reason why a person has passed away.
The ______ of death is the underlying reason why a person has passed away.
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Asphyxiation can occur due to various reasons, such as choking or ______.
Asphyxiation can occur due to various reasons, such as choking or ______.
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A proper understanding of the ______ of medical events can help clarify how the death occurred.
A proper understanding of the ______ of medical events can help clarify how the death occurred.
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In forensic pathology, a death certificate may be confused by terms like cardiac ______.
In forensic pathology, a death certificate may be confused by terms like cardiac ______.
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A common consequence of improperly certifying deaths is that stakeholders may conclude that the patient died of a ______.
A common consequence of improperly certifying deaths is that stakeholders may conclude that the patient died of a ______.
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The physiological derangement leading to death from liver cirrhosis might be linked to ______ C.
The physiological derangement leading to death from liver cirrhosis might be linked to ______ C.
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In forensic pathology, ______ is a sub-specialty that investigates the cause of death.
In forensic pathology, ______ is a sub-specialty that investigates the cause of death.
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The mechanism of death from ruptured esophageal varices is often ______ in nature.
The mechanism of death from ruptured esophageal varices is often ______ in nature.
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Flashcards
Lipoid Pneumonia
Lipoid Pneumonia
A rare form of pneumonia caused by inhaling or aspirating fatty substances.
Mechanism of Death
Mechanism of Death
The process that leads to death, often involving a chain of events.
Forensic Pathology
Forensic Pathology
The study of the causes and mechanisms of death through examination of the body.
Chain of Events
Chain of Events
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Esophageal Varices
Esophageal Varices
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Sepsis
Sepsis
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Vitamin E Acetate
Vitamin E Acetate
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Patient Comorbidities
Patient Comorbidities
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Vaping
Vaping
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Asthma
Asthma
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Cause of Death
Cause of Death
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Cardiac Arrest
Cardiac Arrest
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Asphyxiation
Asphyxiation
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Acute Myocardial Infarction
Acute Myocardial Infarction
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Death Certification
Death Certification
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Hemorrhage
Hemorrhage
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Ruptured Esophageal Varices
Ruptured Esophageal Varices
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Liver Cirrhosis
Liver Cirrhosis
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What is forensic pathology?
What is forensic pathology?
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What's the role of a coroner's physician?
What's the role of a coroner's physician?
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What's the difference between cause and manner of death?
What's the difference between cause and manner of death?
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What are the primary duties of a medical examiner?
What are the primary duties of a medical examiner?
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What are the different types of 'manner of death'?
What are the different types of 'manner of death'?
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What is a fellowship in Neuropathology?
What is a fellowship in Neuropathology?
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What is fellowship training?
What is fellowship training?
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What is residency training?
What is residency training?
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What is an osteopathic medical degree?
What is an osteopathic medical degree?
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What is a Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) degree?
What is a Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) degree?
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Study Notes
Personal Interests and Background
- Avid foodie, spent time at Florence Culinary School learning pasta, gelato, and jazz music.
- Enjoyed music by Trombone Shorty, Louis Armstrong, Billie Holiday, and others.
- Earned Bachelor of Arts in Biology, Master of Science in Zoology, and Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine.
- Completed residencies in anatomic pathology, neuropathology, and forensic pathology.
- Worked as a consultant forensic pathologist and coroner's physician.
- Testified as a witness 26 times in court cases.
Pathology Field
- Pathology focuses on cause and effects of diseases and injuries.
- Investigates tissue, fluid, and organ samples to diagnose conditions.
- Wide variety of applications in diverse medical fields (e.g., cancer, oncology, molecular biology, etc.).
- Includes subspecialties, like Forensic Pathology, which certifies death.
Cause and Mechanism of Death
- Cause of death defines the reason for death, for example, heart attack, stab wound.
- Mechanism of death is the physiological process leading to death, like asphyxiation from blocked airways.
- Issues with death certificate certifications and misinterpretations cause frequent confusion.
- Complications arise during determination of death, especially with medical history and circumstances surrounding the death.
Case of Ms. Chapelle
- Ms. Chapelle died while being transported to a hospital during treatment for possible vaping-related issues.
- Circumstances included reported vaping immediately before death, asthma history, and reported lack of inhaler.
- Medical examination revealed lung inflammation, or lipoid pneumonia, as the likely cause of death induced by inhaling Vitamin E Acetate.
- Examination included lung tissue evaluation, toxicology reports and assessments of other contributing causes.
- Ruling was made supported by negative results on several additional tests (viral, influenza panels etc.)
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Explore the field of forensic pathology and its applications in understanding the causes of death. This quiz covers essential topics, including the investigation of diseases and the mechanisms of death. Test your knowledge of pathology's role in the medical field and its relevance to forensic science.
