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What are the three layers of an artery?
What are the three layers of an artery?
Which of these conditions is NOT considered a common vascular problem facing embalmers?
Which of these conditions is NOT considered a common vascular problem facing embalmers?
Arteriosclerosis and Atherosclerosis are the same condition.
Arteriosclerosis and Atherosclerosis are the same condition.
False
What is the primary concern when dealing with an aneurysm?
What is the primary concern when dealing with an aneurysm?
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What is the most common problem encountered when embalming a case with Arteriosclerosis?
What is the most common problem encountered when embalming a case with Arteriosclerosis?
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Arteriosclerosis is more common in individuals over sixty years of age.
Arteriosclerosis is more common in individuals over sixty years of age.
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Match the types of Arteriosclerosis with their descriptions:
Match the types of Arteriosclerosis with their descriptions:
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Pre-injection is recommended when a case has known or suspected difficulty in distribution.
Pre-injection is recommended when a case has known or suspected difficulty in distribution.
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What is the difference between an Arteriosclerosis case and an Atherosclerosis case?
What is the difference between an Arteriosclerosis case and an Atherosclerosis case?
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The use of arterial solution dyes is essential in embalming, especially in cases of Arteriosclerosis, to track the solution’s path.
The use of arterial solution dyes is essential in embalming, especially in cases of Arteriosclerosis, to track the solution’s path.
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What are some of the most common vascular problems experienced by embalmers?
What are some of the most common vascular problems experienced by embalmers?
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What is the primary concern for embalmers in cases involving a ruptured aneurysm?
What is the primary concern for embalmers in cases involving a ruptured aneurysm?
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The use of multiple point injection is always necessary for cases involving a ruptured aneurysm.
The use of multiple point injection is always necessary for cases involving a ruptured aneurysm.
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Study Notes
Embalming Protocols - Part Three
- This module focuses on embalming protocols specific to vascular conditions, problematic cases, and the effects of drugs (e.g., chemotherapy, antibiotics).
Learning Outcomes
- Students will be able to identify and perform arterial and cavity embalming protocols for autopsy and non-autopsy cases involving vascular conditions, other problematic cases, and the effects of drugs, chemotherapy, and antibiotics.
Resources Used
- Embalming - History, Theory, & Practice by Robert G. Mayer (Fourth Edition, pages 407-441)
- The Principles And Practice Of Embalming by Clarence G. Strub, L.E. & L.G. Frederick, L.E.-L.F.D. (Fifth Edition)
- Mosby's Medical, Nursing, & Allied Health Dictionary (1st Edition, Australia & New Zealand)
Vascular Conditions - Embalming Problems
- Vascular system is essential to embalming.
- Concerns include extravascular and intravascular conditions affecting blood vessels.
- Obstructions or disruptions in blood vessel delivery will affect embalming.
- Common vascular problems include arteriosclerosis, aneurysm, valvular heart diseases, and congestive heart failure.
- Pre-injection should be avoided if a case has vascular conditions, to prevent swelling in the affected area.
- Injection should only be used when obstruction or flow reduction is not expected.
Arteriosclerosis
- Thickening, calcification, and loss of elasticity in arterial walls.
- Can affect the Tunica Interna, Tunica Media, or both.
- May mimic atherosclerosis, but involves different characteristics.
- Different types (Type 1, Type 2, Type 3) based on lumen condition.
- Type 3 is fully occluded (blocked).
Aneurysm
- Localised, abnormal dilation or out-pocketing of a blood vessel.
- Can be a congenital defect or weakness of the vessel wall.
- Ruptured aneurysm in non-autopsied cases requires multiple injection points.
Other Problematic Cases
- This section details problematic cases, such as those related to diabetes, rigor mortis, renal failure, and cases involving drugs or chemotherapy.
General Information about Embalming Protocols
- Discuss the importance of pre-embalming analysis for proper selection of arterial solution.
- Discuss proper methods to handle and treat tissue and organ conditions in cases of specific conditions like those discussed in the foregoing sections.
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