FSE 261 Embalming II with Lab

• Explain the concepts of disinfection, temporary preservation and restoration of the dead human body
• Relate how the handling, treatment, and disposition of the dead human body meets sociological, psychological, ethical, and regulatory requirements 
• Differentiate between the various professional agencies and their responsibilities with respect to the dead human body
• Demonstrate and describe the use of embalming instruments, equipment, and supplies
• Describe the general principles and use of embalming chemicals and summarize their components
• Demonstrate and explain safe work practices concerning exposure to bloodborne pathogens and hazardous chemicals
• Analyze anatomical considerations for injection point selection and describe how the vascular system is used to distribute embalming chemicals to the tissues of the body
• Identify body conditions that will affect the choice of various embalming techniques and the implementation of the proper procedures
• Complete all documentation associated with the care and preparation of the dead human body
• Integrate information from the studies of Microbiology, Pathology, Anatomy, Chemistry, and Restorative Art

• use appropriate terminology to facilitate communication with members of allied professions, the public, and the funeral service industry
• differentiate among the representative chemicals in embalming fluid (arterial, cavity, and accessory) and describe their respective functions and chemical principles
• comply with OSHA’s hazard communication standard discuss and demonstrate safe environmental work practices through proper disposal of contaminated materials, and proper methods of disposal of blood and body fluids during and following the embalming process
• explain and demonstrate embalming techniques and procedures while  describing the use of embalming instruments, equipment and sundries.
• identify the pathological conditions and etiological factors which require special procedures in the removal, handling, preparation, and disposition of human remains