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May 13, 2024
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Catalog 2018-2019 [ARCHIVED CATALOG]
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FSE 261 Embalming II with Lab4 credits
A study of the process of chemically treating the dead human body to reduce the presence and growth of microorganisms to temporarily inhibit organic decomposition, and to restore an acceptable physical appearance. The student examines procedures and treatments for handling and embalming difficulties encountered due to disease and pathological changes, autopsied and procurement cases, organ and tissue donation cases, and various conditions encountered in the dead human body. This course will have a lecture and hands-on laboratory component.
Prerequisites: FSE 251 and FSE 255
Quarters Offered: Fall
Student Outcomes/Competencies:
Upon successful completion of the course the student will be able to:
- 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
Total Hours: 50 Lecture Hours: 30 Lab or Clinical Hours: 20
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